EXCLUSIVE: Shelved producer Counterfeit Pictures has hired Canadian networks veteran Christian Kelley. Effective May 21, the long-time Bell Media exec will join as Director of Scripted Television, overseeing both development and production.

Over the past two decades, Kelley has worked on numerous Canadian shows. In his role as Production Executive at broadcaster Bell, he worked on shows such as Children Ruin Everything, Letterkenny, Shoresy and Late Bloomer, along with Counterfeit shows The Office Movers, Roast Battle Canada and Shelved.

He also overseen comedy specials from the likes of Aisha Brown, Kyle Brownrigg, Sophie Buddle, DJ Demers, Mark Forward, Tom Henry, Robby Hoffman, Graham Kay, Chris Locke, Dave Merheje, Paul Rabliauskas, Chris Robinson, and DeAnne Smith. “Chris is hugely respected in the Canadian production community for his deep experience in scripted television, his unwavering support for creators, and his passion for funny-forward storytelling,” said Counterfeit partner Dan Bennett. “Taking on the role of Director of Scripted Television, Chris is a vital addition to our company as we continue to build upon our mission to develop screen-based projects with innovative Canadian talent.” “I’m so excited to start this new chapter of my career with Counterfeit,” added Kelley. “I have so much to learn from them and I hope I can contribute to their continuing success of hiring the only likable people in Canadian comedy.” Counterfeit is currently in production on The Office Movers, a six-part comedy series for Crave from content creators Jae and Trey Richards.

In further news, Counterfeit has promoted Zoe Rabnett to Director of Talent, Television and Audio. The change reflects Counterfeit’s push into

Christian Kelley Joins ‘Shelved’ Producer Counterfeit Pictures

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