Former Amazon diversity head to join in September

Miranda Wayland has been appointed new chief executive of Creative Diversity Network (CDN), the cross-industry body that aims to increase representation on and off-screen in UK television.

Wayland’s high-profile career in diversity and inclusion has encompassed roles at Amazon MGM Studios, where she was recently head of international content strategy for DEIA (diversity, equality, inclusion and accessibility); the BBC, where she was head of workforce and creative diversity and inclusion, and ITV, where Wayland was social partnership executive.

Wayland’s remit will include overseeing Diamond annual reports as well as the implementation of a new, enhanced iteration of the diversity monitoring and reporting tool. She will also deliver cross-industry initiatives, working with creative industry bodies to improve inclusivity and career opportunities for members of under-represented groups..

Paul Moore, chair of the CDN board said: “CDN received a lot of interest in this role, reflecting the importance the organisation plays within the UK television landscape, and Miranda’s passion and energy made her the standout candidate in a very strong field.

“She has a wealth of experience and knowledge at a senior level at broadcasters and streaming platforms, building partnerships across the private, public and governmental sector to successfully remove barriers and create opportunities to improve representation in the TV industry. On behalf of the board, I am delighted to welcome her to the organisation.”

Wayland added: “This is a tremendous opportunity and I’m excited by the prospect of taking on the leadership of CDN as CEO. CDN plays an important role in addressing the inequities within the creative industry whilst bringing the sector together to achieve long term sustainable change. I have a deep respect for CDN’s vision and all the hard work that has taken place to drive real impact. I look forward to working with the team, the Board and industry partners to continue its success.”