New head of comedy at Objective Fiction

Gameface producer Charlotte Lewis has been named head of comedy at top independent production house Objective Fiction.

Lewis also produced all three series of BBC Three’s comedy-thriller Witless, which is currently being developed as a possible US remake.

She previously worked for  at Trick, Talkback and Roughcut, Charlotte has most recently been an in-house executive for Objective Fiction.

Lewis said: ‘I'm beyond delighted to be helming the comedy department. It's a joy to work alongside such an incredibly talented team and I'm looking forward to building on Objective Fiction's track record of brilliant shows.’

The company specialises in original scripted content, with hits including Channel 4’s Year of the Rabbit, Toast Of London and Mae Martin’s Feel Good.

Its chief, Ben Farrell saidd: ‘I’m delighted Charlie has agreed to take on this role. She’s an outstanding producer, and I can’t think of anyone more qualified to take Objective Fiction forward in the comedy genre.’

Published: 4 Dec 2020