Overview

• Silverman will join on October 6, 2025 and report to company president Jeff Shell.
• His remit covers consumer products, live experiences, publishing, partnerships and ecommerce across brands including Paramount Pictures and Nickelodeon.
• He most recently served as Mattel’s executive vice president and chief franchise officer, leading more than 165 Barbie movie partnerships and location-based initiatives.
• The appointment follows Pam Kaufman’s departure, with Kevin MacLellan now overseeing international operations.
• The hire extends the leadership rebuild after Skydance’s August acquisition, following recent additions Dane Glasgow as chief product officer and Makan Delrahim as chief legal officer.