Blue also exec produced BET’s coverage of Michelle Obama’s trip to South Africa and Botswana. In 2012, Blue executive produced BET Network’s political broadcasts that included interviews with President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama, as well as Republican nominee Mitt Romney. He also managed several “NewsHour” reporting initiatives, ranging from “Searching for Justice” to “Race Matters” to “Chasing the Dream.” “James is an exceptionally talented executive and incredible storyteller who will bring those iconic treasures and experiences to life across all of our platforms.”īlue most recently worked as the special projects and senior producer of “PBS NewsHour,” where he oversaw “NewsHour” specials and served as the executive producer’s primary deputy for the daily broadcast. “Smithsonian is a world-class brand rich with treasures from our shared American experience,” said McCarthy. He will report to MTV Entertainment Group president Chris McCarthy and president of content and chief creative officer Nina L.

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