Lydia Mossahebi

Lydia Mossahebi is a seasoned digital media professional with extensive experience in children’s media and strategic leadership. Currently serving as the Head of Digital Media, Platforms and Planning for BBC Children’s and Education since September 2021, Lydia oversees a diverse team and a portfolio that includes popular brands such as iPlayer and CBeebies. Previous roles include editorial leadership at KidsKnowBest and Beano Studios, where Lydia contributed to digital content strategies and initiatives for major family brands. With a foundational career at Channel 4, Lydia developed interactive digital content and social media strategies aimed at engaging young audiences. Lydia holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Magazine Journalism from City, University of London, and a BA in English Literature and Philosophy from the University of East Anglia.