Sally Riley.
Sally Riley, formerly ABC TV’s Head of Indigenous, has been apppointed to the newly created role of Head of Scripted Production, responsible for running the Fiction, Comedy, Indigenous and Children's production teams.
Since joining ABC TV in 2010, Riley has worked on Black Comedy, Gods of Wheat Street, 8MMM Aboriginal Radio, Redfern Now and Cleverman.
“Sally is an incredibly accomplished television executive, and over many years she has nurtured and developed the Indigenous production sector", Richard Finlayson said, "so that today it stands as one of the most innovative and vibrant parts of the industry in Australia."
“There has never been a more exciting or competitive time to be in scripted production and the ABC is well placed to take advantage of increasing demand for quality content. For that reason, it's very satisfying to be able to recognise outstanding talent within our own ranks at the ABC.”
Riley herself called it "an absolute privilege to have the opportunity to lead the scripted team at the ABC, which has such a rich and enduring legacy of bringing the most compelling Australian stories to audiences."
“In this increasingly global screen industry, it's risky and bold storytelling, that is not only uniquely Australian but speaks to the rest of the world, that will resonate. I look forward to working with the independent production sector to continue to bring their bold, creative visions to life.”