Leftfield Entertainment has named Adam Sher Chief Creative Officer, a first ever position for the production company.
Sher previously served as CEO of Ryan Seacrest Productions until 2013. While there, he acted as an executive producer on scripted and unscripted series including Bravo’s “Shahs of Sunset” and ABC’s “Jamie Oliver’s Food Revolution,” which earned Sher an Emmy award.
In his new position, Sher will work from the Los Angeles offices and work across the Leftfield group which includes Sirens Media, Loud TV and Outpost Entertainment while providing input for the company’s business development, casting and talent relations groups.
“In Adam Sher, we’re fortunate to have found the combination of all of these qualities, including a rich background and point of view that is a great complement to the Leftfield vision. Our entire Leftfield family is thrilled to be working with Adam as we move into our next chapter,” Leftfield CEO, Brent Montgomery, said in a statement.
Sher’s background also includes a 16-year tenure at William Morris Agency where he served as senior vice president for the alternative television department. More recently, Sher set up the biblical drama “Promised Land” for Amazon Studios.
“At a time when some might think he could rest on those laurels, Brent is still pushing to build and create. I’m truly honored to be working with such a passionate entrepreneur, and the team of Leftfield companies that shares his philosophy,” Sher said. “I’m excited for the big swings we will take as we push further into new areas, including scripted programming and broadcast, and expand our ability to service the industry from Los Angeles.”
Acquired by ITV Studios in 2014, Leftfield oversees multiple production companies behind “The Real Housewives of New Jersey,” “Tiny House Nation,” and “Pawn Stars.”
10 of Bravo's Biggest Hits and Misses (Photos)
Hit: Showbiz Moms & Dads (2004)
Though it only aired for one season, it spawned two spinoffs for the network and inspired copycats like "Toddlers and Tiaras."
Hit and Miss: Project Runway (2004-2008)
Its best years were arguably on Bravo, but how could they have let this gem get away from them?
Miss: Queer Eye for the Straight Girl (2005)
Unlike its predecessor, this spinoff didn't present anything new for viewers. What gal doesn't already have a gay bestie to advise her?
Miss: "Hey Paula" (2007)
No one watched Paula Abdul's reality series. But, it's trashtastic reality legend nonetheless. The former Laker Girl was fired from the "Bratz" movie on-screen and later accused Bravo of "creative editing."
Miss: "Chef Academy" (2009)
"Top Chef" had done well for the network. So why not create a show for amateur chefs? Fine idea, but did it have to be so contrived and over the top? One and done.
Hit and Miss: NYC Prep (2009)
This stab at bringing in a younger demo only aired for one season. But it was a well-made show that took its cue from the CW's "Gossip Girl" and continues to be a cult favorite.
Miss: Miami Social (2009)
Succeeded in making Miami a yawn. But in an attempt to salvage it for another season, "The Real Housewives of Miami" was born.
Miss: Kell on Earth (2010)
Actually well done, but Bravo overestimated the interest in sharp-tongued fashion PR maven Kelly Cutrone, who appeared on MTV's "The City" and "The Hills."
Miss: The Real Housewives of D.C. (2010)
The show is best known for White House party crashers Michaele and Tareq Salahai, but the bigger problem was that the women of D.C. society lacked the ability to let their hair down in true "Real Housewives" fashion.
Miss: 'Love Broker' (2012)
Is there room on the network for more than one matchmaker? The viewers voted no. After poor ratings, Bravo pulled "Love Broker" off its spring schedule and then burned off the episodes during the summer.
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It's virtually impossible to speak of the reality television world without including Bravo in the discussion, but with successful hit shows like "The Real Housewives" and "Queer Eye for the Straight Guy," there's also some misses.
Hit: Showbiz Moms & Dads (2004)
Though it only aired for one season, it spawned two spinoffs for the network and inspired copycats like "Toddlers and Tiaras."
