Idea Maze Entertainment provides strategic guidance to networks, streamers, studios, and global brands looking to build, fix, or scale their unscripted content strategy.

With 25+ years navigating every corner of the unscripted landscape — from format development and talent packaging to international distribution and franchise management — Barry Poznick brings a rare combination of creative instinct and operational expertise.

Areas of Expertise

How We Can Help

01

Format Development & IP Strategy

Evaluating, developing, and positioning original unscripted formats for domestic and international markets.

02

Content Strategy & Portfolio Review

Assessing and optimizing unscripted content slates for networks, streamers, and production companies looking to reposition.

03

Talent Packaging & Franchise Building

Identifying talent, structuring deals, and building multi-season, multi-platform franchise architectures from the ground up.

Past Clients

Select Advisory Engagements

Content Strategy & Franchise Architecture

Amazon / MGM Alternative

Led the complete overhaul of MGM's unscripted division into a streaming-first content powerhouse. Built and managed a global slate including The Voice, Survivor, Shark Tank, and the Real Housewives franchise. Developed new worldwide formats including Are You Smarter Than a Celebrity? with Travis Kelce and 007: Road to a Million with Brian Cox.

35+
Series Managed
18
#1 Rated Series
240+
Territories
Unscripted Content Advisory

Vice Media

Provided strategic counsel on unscripted content development, format positioning, and audience growth strategy. Advised on slate architecture, talent packaging, and multi-platform distribution to expand Vice's entertainment footprint in the unscripted space.

5+
Original Formats
3
Platforms
10+
Series Developed

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