Merman is a production and entertainment company working across the US and UK. As well as scripting award-winning TV and film, Merman is globally renowned for creating and executing the next generation of branded entertainment, advertising and premium short form content. Merman was founded in 2014 by award-winning duo Sharon Horgan and Clelia Mountford, and under their leadership Merman Television has won multiple accolades including five BAFTAs and multiple Emmy and RTS nominations.

Merman’s recent TV projects include: Dreamland for Sky, Catastrophe for Channel 4/Amazon, Frank of Ireland for Channel 4/Amazon, Divorce for HBO, This Way Up for Hulu/Channel 4, There She Goes for BBC4, Women on the Verge for UKTV, Motherland for BBC2, Bad Sisters for Apple, plus many more.

Merman’s first feature film Herself, a co-production with Element Pictures, written by Claire Dunne and Malcolm Campbell and starring Dunne, premiered at 2020 Sundance Film Festival.

Merman’s advertising and branded division has offices in London, New York and Los Angeles, and is led by Managing Partners Kira Carstensen, Ellen Clarke, and Annique DeCaestecker. The London office is under the directorship of joint Managing Directors Siobhan Murphy and Spencer Dodd. In addition to commercial content helmed by an award-winning roster of directors, Merman’s focus is to bring writers and creators from their TV and film family into scripting entertainment for brands in collaboration with agency partners.

In 2018 Merman launched Mermade, its brand new digitally focused digital sister, specializing in the creation of content of all shapes and sizes, funded by and for social and streaming platforms, brands and publishers, with a particular focus on short-form episodic.

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Merman's headquarters in London, United Kingdom

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The Production Team at Merman is responsible for overseeing and executing the development, coordination, and completion of the company's diverse array of scripted TV, film, branded entertainment, advertising, and premium short-form content. This team orchestrates the entire production process from initial concept through to final delivery, ensuring projects meet creative and quality standards while adhering to budget and timeline constraints. Key roles include directing, production management, coordination, financial oversight, and on-set tasks such as makeup and field production to bring each vision to life.

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The Creative and Production team at Merman is responsible for spearheading the development, scripting, and execution of premium entertainment content, including TV shows, films, branded entertainment, and advertising campaigns. Comprising roles such as Creative Executive, Head Of Scripted TV, Executive Producer, and Brand Entertainment Consultant, the team collaborates across various projects to maintain Merman's high standards and innovative approach, ensuring the seamless integration of creative concepts with production execution. Additionally, they work closely with writers and creators to bring scripted content to life for multiple platforms, including social media and streaming services.

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The Leadership Team at Merman is responsible for steering the strategic direction and overall vision of the company. Comprised of top executives including the Managing Director, CEO, Managing Partner, and Managing Director/Executive Producer, this team oversees operations, business development, and the execution of high-level projects across the company’s television, film, and branded content divisions. They ensure alignment with Merman's creative and commercial objectives, fostering innovation and growth within the industry.

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The Development Team at Merman is responsible for discovering, nurturing, and advancing creative ideas from initial concept to final script. Comprising a Development Script Editor, Development Producer, and Development Director, USA, the team collaborates closely with writers and creators to develop compelling content for TV, film, and branded entertainment. They play a critical role in shaping stories, refining scripts, and ensuring projects align with Merman's high standards and creative vision.

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