Karoline Meichsner-Sertl, 45, has been named the new Head of the Legal and Contract Department at ZDF Enterprises, with immediate effect. This department was previously managed by Tobias Könemann, who remains active for the company as Head of Personnel.

Karoline Meichsner-Sertl's previous position was with Deutsche Welle, where she was an in-house lawyer responsible for the broadcaster's sales and Telemedia activities. Her previous posts include Deputy Head of the Legal Department at EM.TV& Merchandising in Munich and Head of the Acquisition and Legal Department with DEGETO Film in Frankfurt.

Stephan Adrian, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of ZDF Enterprises, comments: "We are delighted to have secured for our company the services of Karoline Meichsner-Sertl, who has demonstrated fully her experience and expertise in the areas of media law and media economics. She will be able to provide crucial support for ZDF Enterprises as we navigate a path through the increasingly complex landscape of commercial rights activities".