Joanna Balin

Joanna Balin is a seasoned professional in unscripted and documentary programming, currently serving as the Director of Unscripted and Documentary Programming at 101 Studios since September 2022. Previously, Joanna held the position of Director of Development at NowThis, where Joanna was instrumental in launching the Originals department and exceeding slate and sales goals. Joanna's extensive background includes roles as Director of Development at Magilla Entertainment, overseeing comprehensive video content production, and Senior Production Associate for Nightline at ABC News, where Joanna excelled in creative storytelling. Joanna's early experience includes diverse positions across notable television networks, contributing to various production tasks, research, and media relations. Joanna holds a B.A. from the University of Rochester and several professional certificates in Digital Analytics, SEO, and business from prestigious institutions.