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Peter Traugott Named President of Television at Fifth Season

2/18/2026

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Peter Traugott has joined Fifth Season as President of Television, succeeding Joe Hipps who left in September 2024.
He was previously at Keshet Studios and will oversee Noah Greenshner as EVP and Head of TV Creative.
Maggie Burkhead will serve as Senior Vice President of TV Development and Production.
Upcoming projects include East of Eden for Netflix and The Good Daughter for Peacock, with Severance continuing as executive producer.

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Story summary

Peter Traugott has joined Fifth Season as President of Television, succeeding Joe Hipps who left in September 2024.
He was previously at Keshet Studios and will oversee Noah Greenshner as EVP and Head of TV Creative.
Maggie Burkhead will serve as Senior Vice President of TV Development and Production.
Upcoming projects include East of Eden for Netflix and The Good Daughter for Peacock, with Severance continuing as executive producer.