Content Executive & Creative Leader recognised for keeping established formats feeling fresh, culturally connected and creatively ambitious across premium, character-driven and multi-platform unscripted environments. Twice awarded the AACTA for Best Reality Program as Executive Producer of MasterChef Australia, leading the franchise through major judge transitions, tone evolution and sustained digital growth. Co-Creator and EP of the global spin-off Dessert Masters, now in international production. Known for blending big-picture creative instinct with practical production judgement, strong casting and talent sensitivity, and the ability to evolve formats with clarity and confidence while never compromising the emotional heart of the show. I blend big-picture creative instinct with practical production judgment, strong casting and talent sensitivity, and a clear-eye for how to land ideas on screen with impact. I design content as ecosystems, protecting the show’s voice while collaborating with partners, brands and digital teams to extend reach across broadcast, streaming and social platforms. I’m at my best when guiding teams with calm, emotionally intelligent leadership that empowers presenters and crew to perform at their best.

Simon Child

Content Executive & Creative Leader recognised for keeping established formats feeling fresh, culturally connected and creatively ambitious across premium, character-driven and multi-platform unscripted environments. Twice awarded the AACTA for Best Reality Program as Executive Producer of MasterChef Australia, leading the franchise through major judge transitions, tone evolution and sustained digital growth. Co-Creator and EP of the global spin-off Dessert Masters, now in international production. Known for blending big-picture creative instinct with practical production judgement, strong casting and talent sensitivity, and the ability to evolve formats with clarity and confidence while never compromising the emotional heart of the show. I blend big-picture creative instinct with practical production judgment, strong casting and talent sensitivity, and a clear-eye for how to land ideas on screen with impact. I design content as ecosystems, protecting the show’s voice while collaborating with partners, brands and digital teams to extend reach across broadcast, streaming and social platforms. I’m at my best when guiding teams with calm, emotionally intelligent leadership that empowers presenters and crew to perform at their best.

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Content Executive & Creative Leader recognised for keeping established formats feeling fresh, culturally connected and creatively ambitious across premium, character-driven and multi-platform unscripted environments. Twice awarded the AACTA for Best Reality Program as Executive Producer of MasterChef Australia, leading the franchise through major judge transitions, tone evolution and sustained digital growth. Co-Creator and EP of the global spin-off Dessert Masters, now in international production. Known for blending big-picture creative instinct with practical production judgement, strong casting and talent sensitivity, and the ability to evolve formats with clarity and confidence while never compromising the emotional heart of the show.
I blend big-picture creative instinct with practical production judgment, strong casting and talent sensitivity, and a clear-eye for how to land ideas on screen with impact. I design content as ecosystems, protecting the show’s voice while collaborating with partners, brands and digital teams to extend reach across broadcast, streaming and social platforms. I’m at my best when guiding teams with calm, emotionally intelligent leadership that empowers presenters and crew to perform at their best.

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English
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Executive Producer – MasterChef Australia & Dessert Masters at Endemol Shine Australia
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2025
Full creative and production leadership across two flagship formats, including global format creation (Dessert Masters). Managed narrative, challenge design, casting, and judge transitions across multiple seasons; Led major creative resets while upholding franchise identity; Partnered with brand, digital and social teams to deliver integrated content and year-on-year digital growth; Oversaw large cast and crew teams across intense production timelines; Drove strong editorial tone, story beats and audience resonance.
Co-Executive Producer – Gordon Ramsay’s Food Stars at Endemol Shine Australia
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
Localised global format into an Australian voice while protecting brand tone; Directed challenge, casting and story elements for season launch.
Series Producer – MasterChef Australia, Celebrity MasterChef, MasterChef Junior at Endemol Shine Australia
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2023
Designed season arcs, casting tone and challenge storylines; Managed complex cast dynamics and multi-thread story engines; Oversaw field, studio and post story alignment.
Senior Producer / Story Producer – MasterChef Australia & Other Titles at Endemol Shine Australia
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2020
Managed story teams, casting and real-time content shaping; Directed story beats in high-paced, evolving production environments.
Senior Producer – The Block, Renovation Rumble at Channel 9 & Cavalier Productions
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2016
Directed field segments and challenge storytelling; Led teams across shoot and post in fast-turnaround cycles.
Story Producer – The Block, Domestic Blitz at Channel 9 & Cavalier Productions
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2014
Crafted contestant arcs and managed real-time story shaping.
Associate Producer – The Block at Channel 9 & Cavalier Productions
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2012
Supported challenge production and early narrative development.
UK Early Career at Various UK Credits
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2010
Began in the UK across comedy, talk and lifestyle formats; notable credits include Trinny & Susannah: What They Did Next (2010), Olivia Lee: Dirty Sexy Funny (2010), Alan Carr’s Chatty Man (2009), 9 x Design (2008), Friday Night Project (2007), Saturday Kitchen Live (2007).

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