Fifth Season Welcomes Peter Traugott as President of Television: A New Era of Creative Vision and Success
Fifth Season has appointed Peter Traugott from Keshet as its new president of television, with Noah Greenshner as the executive vice president and head of TV creative, and Maggie Burkhead as the senior vice president of TV development & production. The studio is known for producing successful shows like His & Hers and Severance, with the recent sale of Severance's IP rights to Apple TV for $70 million. CEO Graham Taylor expressed excitement about the new additions, highlighting Traugott's experience and creative vision, as well as the contributions of Greenshner and Burkhead in shaping Fifth Season's success.
Traugott, who previously led Keshet Studios, praised Fifth Season's reputation for backing bold and distinctive series with global appeal. He looks forward to collaborating with the team to continue producing culturally and commercially impactful stories. Fifth Season's upcoming projects include East of Eden for Netflix, American Classic for MGM+, and The Good Daughter for Peacock, showcasing the studio's commitment to diverse and compelling content.
With a background in producing acclaimed shows like Our Boys, La Brea, and A Small Light, Traugott brings a wealth of experience from his time at Keshet and TBD Entertainment. His tenure at Brillstein Grey Entertainment during iconic series like The Sopranos and NewsRadio further solidifies his expertise in the industry. Traugott's appointment signals a new chapter for Fifth Season, poised to expand its portfolio and deliver more successful series under his leadership.