Ower will focus on expanding the reach of Nippon TV’s premium unscripted formats and Gyokuro Studio’s original development, identifying new opportunities with U.S. and international partners, and accelerating sales and co-development across key territories. His experience spanning creative development and commercial execution positions him to play a central role in bringing Japanese formats to a global audience.
The appointment further strengthens Nippon TV LA’s presence as it continues to grow as a hub for “Creating Global Entertainment.” “We are delighted to welcome Nick to Nippon TV LA as we expand and build on our footprint in the Americas. He brings a proven track record and a wealth of experience in unscripted development, alongside a strong understanding of the North American market and excellent creative instincts, making him a valuable addition to our growing international strategies. Nick will play a key role in strengthening our development pipeline and deepening our partnerships across the region, as we continue to broaden our presence in the global market,” commented Miyauchi.
Added Ower, "Joining Nippon TV LA at such a pivotal stage of its international expansion is an incredible opportunity. I’ve long admired the company’s reputation for bold, inventive storytelling, and there is an undeniable global appetite for the kind of fresh, high-concept entertainment that Nippon TV and Gyokuro Studio excel at. By combining Nippon TV’s distinct creative spirit with a sharp focus on international scalability, I look forward to working with partners across the Americas to create high-impact content designed to resonate with audiences worldwide."
Prior to joining Nippon TV LA, Ower worked at ITV America, where he built his career in unscripted development over the past decade, rising to Director of Development. He was part of the ITV Entertainment label, one of ITV America’s flagship production labels behind major unscripted series including Queer Eye, Love Island, Hell’s Kitchen, and The Chase.
