Emma John is the Scripted Commissioner at TVNZ, where she oversees the development and delivery of original New Zealand drama and comedy.
A lifelong television enthusiast with a particular love of comedy, Emma began her career on Shortland Street before moving to London, where she spent over a decade working across UK television. She worked as Script Supervisor on celebrated BBC comedies including The Office, The Mighty Boosh and Nighty Night, as well as drama productions for Channel 4 and ITV.
Since returning to New Zealand, she has held senior programming roles as a GM of a Sky TV channel and associate produced 7 Days and produced Would I Lie to You?. Across commissioning, production and programming, Emma is known for her sharp editorial instincts, collaborative approach, and enduring passion for making smart, memorable local television.