David Hill Joins Formula One

Formula One has appointed David Hill to advise on an overhaul of its on-screen package, with the former Fox Sports president tasked with revamping the sport’s sound, graphics and performance. 

The Australian will also assist with introducing virtual adverts of local brands in the countries and regions where the races are held.

Starting his career at Australia’s Nine Network, the 71-year-old also helped to launch Rupert Murdoch’s Sky Television in the UK. Following that he became president of Fox Sports network from 1993 to 2000, before leaving to form his own production company in 2015. 

Speaking of the appointment, Chase Carey, Formula One’s chief executive, commented: “David Hill, who really built Fox Sports, is an adviser to help, as we go into the next year, launch some innovations and enhancements to the programming package to really bring something fresh to the marketplace.

“We do a professional job today but I think too much of what we do is probably not that different than it was ten years ago, whether that’s graphics, sound or camera angles. We need to make sure we continue to make sure our product has an innovation and an energy that excites and engages fans.”

Hill, who was also named co-producer of the 2016 Academy Awards, previously worked with Formula One to develop an exhaust microphone, which owners Liberty Media believe will help its broadcast offering.

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