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{{Short description|American media executive}}
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'''Eric Berger''' is an American media executive. He co-founded and is the CEO of Common Sense Networks, the for-profit arm of [[Common Sense Media]].
'''Eric Berger''' is an American media executive.<ref name=":1">{{Cite web |last=Petski |first=Denise |date=2017-11-14 |title=Crackle GM Eric Berger Named Chief Digital Officer For Sony Pictures TV Networks |url=https://deadline.com/2017/11/sony-pictures-television-eric-berger-evp-chief-digital-officer-1202207802/ |access-date=2023-02-24 |website=Deadline}}</ref> He co-founded and is currently the Chief executive officer of [[Common Sense Media]].<ref>{{Cite web |last=Spangler |first=Todd |date=2020-08-24 |title=Common Sense Media Hires Sony Alum Eric Berger as CEO of New For-Profit Entertainment Arm (EXCLUSIVE) |url=https://variety.com/2020/digital/news/common-sense-media-eric-berger-ceo-1234745518/ |access-date=2023-02-24 |website=Variety}}</ref>


== Career ==
== Career ==
Berger joined [[WarnerMedia|Time Warner]] as a corporate vice president of strategic planning where he was responsible for wireless initiatives and the creation of business growth.<ref>{{Cite news |date=2012-01-09 |title=Eric Berger, executive vice president, digital networks, Sony Pictures Television |work=The Guardian |url=https://www.theguardian.com/changingmediasummit/eric-berger |access-date=2023-02-24 |issn=0261-3077}}</ref> In 2006, Berger joined Sony Pictures as a vice president of mobile entertainment and digital networks, running the mobile publishing and distribution business.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |last=Jarvey |first=Natalie |date=2017-11-14 |title=Sony Pictures TV Ups Crackle’s Eric Berger to Chief Digital Officer |url=https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/sony-pictures-tv-ups-crackles-eric-berger-chief-digital-officer-1058039/ |access-date=2023-02-24 |website=The Hollywood Reporter}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Eric Berger Named Executive Vice President, Digital Networks, Sony Pictures Television {{!}} Sony Pictures Entertainment |url=https://www.sonypictures.com/corp/press_releases/2011/04_11/0402611_berger.html |access-date=2023-02-24 |website=www.sonypictures.com}}</ref> In May 2008, he became the general manager of [[Crackle (service)|Crackle]] (formerly known as Grouper), Sony's ad-supported video streaming service.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Spangler |first=Todd |date=2017-11-14 |title=Crackle GM Eric Berger Tapped for Expanded Digital Role at Sony Pictures Television Networks |url=https://variety.com/2017/digital/news/eric-berger-crackle-sony-pictures-television-networks-chief-digital-officer-1202614486/ |access-date=2023-02-24 |website=Variety}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Kenneally |first=Tim |date=2011-04-26 |title=Eric Berger Named Exec VP of Digital Networks for Sony Pictures TV |url=https://www.thewrap.com/sony-tv-taps-eric-berger-evp-digital-networks-26808/ |access-date=2023-02-24}}</ref><ref>{{Cite news |date=2008-10-29 |title=Sony restructuring Crackle online video hub |work=Reuters |url=https://www.reuters.com/article/us-media-crackle-idUSTRE49S2QX20081029 |access-date=2023-02-24}}</ref> He led the development, production, and distribution of original programming, among which the Emmy-nominated show, [[Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee]], is included.<ref name=":0" />
Berger joined [[WarnerMedia|Time Warner]] as a corporate vice president of strategic planning where he was responsible for wireless initiatives and the creation of business growth.<ref>{{Cite news |date=2012-01-09 |title=Eric Berger, executive vice president, digital networks, Sony Pictures Television |work=The Guardian |url=https://www.theguardian.com/changingmediasummit/eric-berger |access-date=2023-02-24 |issn=0261-3077}}</ref> In 2006, Berger joined Sony Pictures as a vice president of mobile entertainment and digital networks, running the mobile publishing and distribution business.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |last=Jarvey |first=Natalie |date=2017-11-14 |title=Sony Pictures TV Ups Crackle's Eric Berger to Chief Digital Officer |url=https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/sony-pictures-tv-ups-crackles-eric-berger-chief-digital-officer-1058039/ |access-date=2023-02-24 |website=The Hollywood Reporter}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Eric Berger Named Executive Vice President, Digital Networks, Sony Pictures Television {{!}} Sony Pictures Entertainment |url=https://www.sonypictures.com/corp/press_releases/2011/04_11/0402611_berger.html |access-date=2023-02-24 |website=www.sonypictures.com}}</ref> In May 2008, he became the general manager of [[Crackle (service)|Crackle]] (formerly known as Grouper), Sony's ad-supported video streaming service.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Spangler |first=Todd |date=2017-11-14 |title=Crackle GM Eric Berger Tapped for Expanded Digital Role at Sony Pictures Television Networks |url=https://variety.com/2017/digital/news/eric-berger-crackle-sony-pictures-television-networks-chief-digital-officer-1202614486/ |access-date=2023-02-24 |website=Variety}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Kenneally |first=Tim |date=2011-04-26 |title=Eric Berger Named Exec VP of Digital Networks for Sony Pictures TV |url=https://www.thewrap.com/sony-tv-taps-eric-berger-evp-digital-networks-26808/ |access-date=2023-02-24}}</ref><ref>{{Cite news |date=2008-10-29 |title=Sony restructuring Crackle online video hub |work=Reuters |url=https://www.reuters.com/article/us-media-crackle-idUSTRE49S2QX20081029 |access-date=2023-02-24}}</ref>


In 2017, Berger was named Chief Digital Officer for [[Sony Pictures Television|Sony Pictures Television Networks]],<ref name=":1" /> and in 2018, he became the head of Sony's Direct-To-Consumer Unit, which included oversight of [[Funimation]], Crackle, Film1 OTT and [[Animax]].<ref>{{Cite web |last=Andreeva |first=Nellie |date=2018-06-20 |title=SPT Reorganization: Distribution & Global Nets Merge, Direct-to-Consumer Unit Set |url=https://deadline.com/2018/06/sony-pictures-tv-reorganization-distribution-global-nets-merged-direct-to-consumer-unit-first-run-syndication-1202414008/ |access-date=2023-02-24 |website=Deadline}}</ref>
In 2017, Berger was named Chief Digital Officer for [[Sony Pictures Television|Sony Pictures Television Networks]],<ref name=":1">{{Cite web |last=Petski |first=Denise |date=2017-11-14 |title=Crackle GM Eric Berger Named Chief Digital Officer For Sony Pictures TV Networks |url=https://deadline.com/2017/11/sony-pictures-television-eric-berger-evp-chief-digital-officer-1202207802/ |access-date=2023-02-24 |website=Deadline}}</ref><ref>{{Cite news|url=https://variety.com/2017/digital/news/eric-berger-crackle-sony-pictures-television-networks-chief-digital-officer-1202614486/|title=Crackle GM Eric Berger Tapped for Expanded Digital Role at Sony Pictures Television Networks|last=Spangler|first=Todd|date=2017-11-14|work=Variety|access-date=2023-05-01}}</ref> and in 2018, he became the head of Sony's Direct-To-Consumer Unit, which included oversight of [[Funimation]], Crackle, Film1 OTT and [[Animax]].<ref>{{Cite web |last=Andreeva |first=Nellie |date=2018-06-20 |title=SPT Reorganization: Distribution & Global Nets Merge, Direct-to-Consumer Unit Set |url=https://deadline.com/2018/06/sony-pictures-tv-reorganization-distribution-global-nets-merged-direct-to-consumer-unit-first-run-syndication-1202414008/ |access-date=2023-02-24 |website=Deadline}}</ref>


In 2020, Berger joined Common Sense Media, and after a year of joining, he launched the parent company Sensical TV. Sensical provides a free streaming service for kids ages 2 to 10.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Goldsmith |first=Jill |date=2021-06-29 |title=Common Sense Networks Unveils Sensical, New Free Streaming Platform For Kids 2-10 |url=https://deadline.com/2021/06/common-sense-networks-sensical-kids-streaming-platform-1234782781/ |access-date=2023-02-24 |website=Deadline}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Lynch |first=Jason |date=December 15, 2020 |title=Former Crackle Chief Preps Free, Ad-Supported Kids Streamer |url=https://www.adweek.com/convergent-tv/former-crackle-chief-preps-new-free-ad-supported-streamer-for-kids/ |access-date=2023-02-24 |website=www.adweek.com}}</ref>
In 2020, Berger left Sony for Common Sense Media, where he co-founded Common Sense Networks and became its CEO.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Spangler |first=Todd |date=2020-08-24 |title=Common Sense Media Hires Sony Alum Eric Berger as CEO of New For-Profit Entertainment Arm (EXCLUSIVE) |url=https://variety.com/2020/digital/news/common-sense-media-eric-berger-ceo-1234745518/ |access-date=2023-02-24 |website=Variety}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |first=Dade |last=Hayes |url=https://deadline.com/2023/03/common-sense-networks-forms-board-of-directors-geraldine-laybourne-gary-knell-1235275702/ |title=Common Sense Networks Forms Board Of Directors, With Former Nickelodeon President Geraldine Laybourne And Ex-Sesame Workshop Boss Gary Knell Among Elected Members |website=Deadline |date=March 1, 2023 |access-date=May 1, 2023 }}</ref> In December 2020, he launched Sensical TV, a free streaming service for children aged 2 to 10.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Goldsmith |first=Jill |date=2021-06-29 |title=Common Sense Networks Unveils Sensical, New Free Streaming Platform For Kids 2-10 |url=https://deadline.com/2021/06/common-sense-networks-sensical-kids-streaming-platform-1234782781/ |access-date=2023-02-24 |website=Deadline}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Lynch |first=Jason |date=December 15, 2020 |title=Former Crackle Chief Preps Free, Ad-Supported Kids Streamer |url=https://www.adweek.com/convergent-tv/former-crackle-chief-preps-new-free-ad-supported-streamer-for-kids/ |access-date=2023-02-24 |website=AdWeek}}</ref>


== Recognition ==
== Recognition ==
In 2015, Berger was named one of ''[[Variety (magazine)|Variety’s]]'' 30 Digital Entertainment Execs to Watch.<ref>{{Cite web |author=Variety Staff |date=2015-01-05 |title=Variety’s Digital Entertainment Execs to Watch |url=https://variety.com/gallery/30-tech-execs-to-watch/ |access-date=2023-02-24 |website=Variety}}</ref> In 2016, Berger was named in the ''[[The Hollywood Reporter|Hollywood Reporter's]]'' Silicon Beach 25: LA's Most Powerful Digital Players list.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2016-07-13 |title=Silicon Beach 25: L.A.’s Most Powerful Digital Players |url=https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/lists/silicon-beach-25-las-powerful-910360/ |access-date=2023-02-24 |website=The Hollywood Reporter}}</ref>
In 2015, Berger was named one of ''[[Variety (magazine)|Variety]]''{{'}}s 30 Digital Entertainment Execs to Watch.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2015-01-05 |title=Variety's Digital Entertainment Execs to Watch |url=https://variety.com/gallery/30-tech-execs-to-watch/ |access-date=2023-02-24 |website=[[Variety (magazine)|Variety]]}}</ref> In 2016, he was included in the ''[[The Hollywood Reporter]]''{{'}}s Silicon Beach 25 list of Los Angeles digital players.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2016-07-13 |title=Silicon Beach 25: L.A.'s Most Powerful Digital Players |url=https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/lists/silicon-beach-25-las-powerful-910360/ |access-date=2023-02-24 |website=[[The Hollywood Reporter]]}}</ref>


== References ==
== References ==

Latest revision as of 03:10, 24 May 2023

Eric Berger
OccupationChief executive officer of Common Sense Networks

Eric Berger is an American media executive. He co-founded and is the CEO of Common Sense Networks, the for-profit arm of Common Sense Media.

Career[edit]

Berger joined Time Warner as a corporate vice president of strategic planning where he was responsible for wireless initiatives and the creation of business growth.[1] In 2006, Berger joined Sony Pictures as a vice president of mobile entertainment and digital networks, running the mobile publishing and distribution business.[2][3] In May 2008, he became the general manager of Crackle (formerly known as Grouper), Sony's ad-supported video streaming service.[4][5][6]

In 2017, Berger was named Chief Digital Officer for Sony Pictures Television Networks,[7][8] and in 2018, he became the head of Sony's Direct-To-Consumer Unit, which included oversight of Funimation, Crackle, Film1 OTT and Animax.[9]

In 2020, Berger left Sony for Common Sense Media, where he co-founded Common Sense Networks and became its CEO.[10][11] In December 2020, he launched Sensical TV, a free streaming service for children aged 2 to 10.[12][13]

Recognition[edit]

In 2015, Berger was named one of Variety's 30 Digital Entertainment Execs to Watch.[14] In 2016, he was included in the The Hollywood Reporter's Silicon Beach 25 list of Los Angeles digital players.[15]

References[edit]

  1. ^ "Eric Berger, executive vice president, digital networks, Sony Pictures Television". The Guardian. January 9, 2012. ISSN 0261-3077. Retrieved February 24, 2023.
  2. ^ Jarvey, Natalie (November 14, 2017). "Sony Pictures TV Ups Crackle's Eric Berger to Chief Digital Officer". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved February 24, 2023.
  3. ^ "Eric Berger Named Executive Vice President, Digital Networks, Sony Pictures Television | Sony Pictures Entertainment". www.sonypictures.com. Retrieved February 24, 2023.
  4. ^ Spangler, Todd (November 14, 2017). "Crackle GM Eric Berger Tapped for Expanded Digital Role at Sony Pictures Television Networks". Variety. Retrieved February 24, 2023.
  5. ^ Kenneally, Tim (April 26, 2011). "Eric Berger Named Exec VP of Digital Networks for Sony Pictures TV". Retrieved February 24, 2023.
  6. ^ "Sony restructuring Crackle online video hub". Reuters. October 29, 2008. Retrieved February 24, 2023.
  7. ^ Petski, Denise (November 14, 2017). "Crackle GM Eric Berger Named Chief Digital Officer For Sony Pictures TV Networks". Deadline. Retrieved February 24, 2023.
  8. ^ Spangler, Todd (November 14, 2017). "Crackle GM Eric Berger Tapped for Expanded Digital Role at Sony Pictures Television Networks". Variety. Retrieved May 1, 2023.
  9. ^ Andreeva, Nellie (June 20, 2018). "SPT Reorganization: Distribution & Global Nets Merge, Direct-to-Consumer Unit Set". Deadline. Retrieved February 24, 2023.
  10. ^ Spangler, Todd (August 24, 2020). "Common Sense Media Hires Sony Alum Eric Berger as CEO of New For-Profit Entertainment Arm (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety. Retrieved February 24, 2023.
  11. ^ Hayes, Dade (March 1, 2023). "Common Sense Networks Forms Board Of Directors, With Former Nickelodeon President Geraldine Laybourne And Ex-Sesame Workshop Boss Gary Knell Among Elected Members". Deadline. Retrieved May 1, 2023.
  12. ^ Goldsmith, Jill (June 29, 2021). "Common Sense Networks Unveils Sensical, New Free Streaming Platform For Kids 2-10". Deadline. Retrieved February 24, 2023.
  13. ^ Lynch, Jason (December 15, 2020). "Former Crackle Chief Preps Free, Ad-Supported Kids Streamer". AdWeek. Retrieved February 24, 2023.
  14. ^ "Variety's Digital Entertainment Execs to Watch". Variety. January 5, 2015. Retrieved February 24, 2023.
  15. ^ "Silicon Beach 25: L.A.'s Most Powerful Digital Players". The Hollywood Reporter. July 13, 2016. Retrieved February 24, 2023.
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