John Whittle has been appointed as the new Managing Director of Lime Pictures, succeeding Kate Little and Claire Poyser.
- Whittle, formerly the finance director at Lime, boasts extensive experience from his previous roles at Universal Pictures.
- He will work closely with the creative leaders, including those responsible for upcoming shows like Netflix’s Wolf King.
- Jane Turton, CEO of All3Media, expresses her enthusiasm for continued growth under Whittle’s leadership.
- Whittle is thrilled to lead Lime Pictures into a new era, focusing on innovation and the company’s deep-rooted connection to Liverpool.
John Whittle has been promoted to the position of Managing Director at Lime Pictures, taking over from the outgoing joint Managing Directors, Kate Little and Claire Poyser. A seasoned professional with substantial experience in the industry, Whittle’s ascent to this role marks a significant change in the company’s leadership.
Having served as finance director at Lime Pictures since 2016, Whittle has accumulated considerable expertise. His career includes pivotal positions at Universal Pictures, where he rose to Vice President of Finance, and spent time working in Australia and Scandinavia before taking up his position in London.
In his new role, Whittle is set to collaborate closely with the company’s creative leaders, notably Hannah Cheers, the Executive Producer of Hollyoaks, and the heads of the children and family divisions, Angelo Abela and Tim Compton. These collaborations are particularly significant given the forthcoming release of the animated series Wolf King on Netflix, highlighting Lime Pictures’ aspirations in digital-first content.
Jane Turton, CEO of All3Media, expressed her positive outlook on Whittle’s appointment, noting her anticipation to build on the successes in both the Hollyoaks series and the broader drama segment.
Whittle himself voiced his excitement about leading Lime Pictures into its next chapter. He emphasised the innovative nature of Hollyoaks, calling it the UK’s youngest digital-first national soap, and expressed gratitude for the opportunity to work in Liverpool, a city he described as integral to Lime Pictures’ identity.
John Whittle’s appointment heralds a new era for Lime Pictures, poised for continued innovation and success under his leadership.
