Paramount ANZ has added two senior figures to its content leadership team, with Tamara Simoneau and Yeesum Lo both stepping into newly created vice president roles.
Effective immediately, Simoneau has been appointed Vice President, Content, while Lo becomes Vice President, Content Business Affairs and Strategy.
The move follows Daniel Monaghan’s resignation from Paramount ANZ, where he had been in the role of Senior Vice President of Content and Programming since 2021.
He’s heading over to Foxtel Group, where he’ll work as their new Executive Director – Entertainment Content, taking on responsibility for entertainment content, strategy and channels across Binge and Foxtel.
Monaghan’s role will start in February 2026, after it was vacated by Wendy Moore.
Simoneau takes on content leadership
Simoneau joined Network 10 in 2020 and has since been closely involved with some of the network’s biggest programs. Her credits span I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here!, Gogglebox Australia, Australian Survivor, The Masked Singer, The Living Room, The Project and Studio 10.
Her new role will see her leading content strategy across the Paramount ANZ portfolio at a time when local programming remains central to the company’s broader audience offering.
Lo steps into business affairs and strategy
Lo moves into her role from Head of Development, where she has been integral to commissioning and developing local productions across multiple platforms.
She also brings a wealth of international and commercial expertise from her earlier work at Endemol Shine.
As Vice President, Content Business Affairs and Strategy, Lo will focus on shaping the commercial and strategic direction of Paramount ANZ’s programming pipeline.
Leadership endorsement
Beverley McGarvey, President of Network 10 and Head of Streaming, Paramount ANZ, said the appointments reflect the strength and depth of the team. “I am delighted to welcome Tamara and Yeesum to these new leadership positions on our content team. They both have impressive track records and will play an important role in driving our programming slate across our platforms.”
In an email to staff sighted by Mediaweek, McGarvey also wrote: “Both Tamara and Yeesum have impressive track records and will play a vital role in driving our programming slate across our platforms.”
She went on to thank Monaghan for his work with the company: “Throughout his tenure, Daniel has helped deliver some of Australia’s most popular programs. He has not only overseen an ever-evolving content landscape but has also played a pivotal role in redefining the way audiences across Australia connect with our content.
“Daniel’s legacy includes a talented team now led by Tamara and Yeesum who are well-placed to drive the network’s continued success.”