September 11, 2024 -- The Seven Network today announced the appointment of Peter Charles to the new role of Managing Director, Victoria, effective immediately.
In his new role, Mr Charles will work closely with the Seven Melbourne senior leadership team. He retains his position as Victorian Sales Director and Head of National Independent Agencies and Direct.
One of Melbourne’s most successful and experienced media executives, Mr Charles joined Seven in 1999. He celebrated his 25 years with the network in February this year. In addition to his Seven roles, he is also a Board member of Fight MND, one of the world’s biggest funders of motor neurone disease research.
Seven West Media Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Jeff Howard, said: “With more than 30 years’ experience in the media industry, Pete is one of the best in the business and a proven builder and leader of teams.
“His deep passion for Melbourne, Seven and the Team makes him the perfect person to take on this role in one of our most important markets. His drive, enthusiasm, talent and ability to go above and beyond for our partners and our people are unmatched. Congratulations Pete.”
Mr Charles said: “As a proud Melburnian and a true believer in the power of our content and our brand, I’m honoured to take on this new position and the opportunity to represent Seven Melbourne. I love Seven and the role it plays in communities across Australia and Victoria.
At a glance
- Company
- Seven Network
- Announcement
- Executive
- Location
- Victoria, Australia
Key figures
- Charles's tenure with Seven
- 25 years
- Charles's media industry experience, as cited by Jeff Howard
- more than 30 years
- Seven Network monthly audience reach
- about 17 million people a month
People
- Peter CharlesManaging Director, Victoria; Victorian Sales Director; Head of National Independent Agencies and Direct
- Jeff HowardSeven West Media Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer
“Seven Melbourne is home to so many talented people, and part of a national Team that is delivering amazing content and outstanding results for our Partners. I’m especially proud to continue my Seven story where I can share my passion for the media industry and help lead the transformation of Seven into the future. We are so lucky to be the home of AFL, Cricket, the Good Friday Appeal, The Big Freeze, 7NEWS and many marque entertainment brands.
“The evolution of our business continues, and I’m pumped to be part of it,” he said.
For more information, please contact:
Neil Shoebridge
M: 0417 511 012
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Andrew Knowles
M: 0449 510 357
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About the Seven Network
The Seven Network is part of Seven West Media (ASX: SWM), one of Australia’s most prominent media companies, with a market-leading presence in content production across broadcast television, publishing and digital. The Seven Network alone reaches about 17 million people a month.
The company owns some of Australia’s most renowned media businesses, including the Seven Network and its affiliate channels 7two, 7mate, 7flix and 7Bravo; the digital platform 7plus; 7NEWS.com.au; The West Australian; The Sunday Times; PerthNow; The Nightly; and Streamer. The Seven Network is home to Australia’s most loved news, sport and entertainment programming, including 7NEWS, 7NEWS Spotlight, Sunrise, The Morning Show, The Voice, Home and Away, Australian Idol, My Kitchen Rules, SAS Australia, Farmer Wants A Wife, The Chase Australia, Better Homes and Gardens, RFDS, The 1% Club and the TV WEEK Logie Awards. Seven Network is also the broadcast partner of the AFL, Cricket Australia and Supercars.
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In brief
Seven Network has appointed Peter Charles to the newly created role of Managing Director, Victoria, effective immediately. Charles will work with the senior leadership team in Melbourne while continuing as Victorian Sales Director and Head of National Independent Agencies and Direct. He joined Seven in 1999 and also serves on the board of Fight MND. Seven West Media Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Jeff Howard described Charles as an experienced media executive and team leader. Charles said he was proud to represent Seven Melbourne and would help lead the business as it evolves. Seven Network is part of Seven West Media, which is listed on the ASX under the ticker SWM. The release says the network reaches about 17 million people monthly.
Key takeaways
- Peter Charles was appointed Managing Director, Victoria, in a newly created role.
- He retains his positions as Victorian Sales Director and Head of National Independent Agencies and Direct.
- Charles joined Seven in 1999 and is also a board member of Fight MND.
