Forward-thinking programming executive with extensive experience in the acquisition and positioning of scripted and non-fiction content in a rapidly evolving, globally-oriented multiplatform media landscape.

Director, Content Acquisition @ Develop and execute domestic and international content licensing strategy focused on independent feature films and documentaries, driving subscriber delight and engagement. Manage key vendor relationships and assess new business opportunities. Secure key global properties ensuring constant flow of fresh, high-impact programming across multiple territories. From October 2011 to Present (4 years 3 months) VP, Programming Acquisitions & Strategy @ Negotiated 700+ feature and documentary acquisitions annually across four linear channels and attendant digital and VOD platforms in support of aggressive multiplatform growth strategy while working within budgetary constraints to deliver dynamic programming with affiliate, viewer, and press appeal. Managed key partner and third party studio, distributor, and sales agent relationships. Developed brand-defining programming strategy and content-driven ancillary revenue streams. From October 2010 to September 2011 (1 year) Senior Director, Acquisitions @ Developed and executed off-net and premiere series acquisitions and co-production strategy in support of IFC tv’s shift to ad-supported model, doubling average primetime delivery to target demo with high-profile acquisitions. Licensed key studio and independent film packages, securing digital rights in support of affiliate carriage negotiations. Sourced feature, documentary, and series content for launch and ongoing global rollout of Sundance Channel International. From July 2008 to October 2010 (2 years 4 months) Director, Acquisitions & Programming @ Led documentary acquisitions for The Green, the first environmentally-themed prime-time programming block on US television and one of the network’s tentpole sponsorship platforms. Launched sponsor-driven programming strands and stunts, helping the network consistently exceed annual sponsorship revenue targets. Programmed monthly free video-on-demand package, a key network and affiliate priority, to record numbers. From July 2006 to July 2008 (2 years 1 month) Manager, Acquisitions & Programming @ From May 2003 to July 2006 (3 years 3 months) Executive Assistant @ From October 2000 to May 2003 (2 years 8 months) Development Consultant @ From September 2000 to August 2001 (1 year) Office Manager @ From October 1999 to May 2000 (8 months) Market Assistant @ From November 1998 to October 1999 (1 year) Press Coordinator @ From May 1998 to October 1998 (6 months)

Master of Business Administration (MBA), Strategy and Entertainment, Media and Technology @ New York University From 2008 to 2011 Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English Literature @ Swarthmore College From 1994 to 1998 Ian Bricke is skilled in: Global Content Licensing, Content Acquisitions, Global Business Development, Business Strategy, International Television, Independent Film, Documentaries