
Talpa Studios, the entertainment powerhouse founded by John de Mol, has made a significant move in bolstering its creative leadership by appointing Jasper Hoogendoorn as Chief Creative Officer.
At a Glance
- Jasper Hoogendoorn, co-creator of ‘The Traitors’, joins Talpa Studios as Chief Creative Officer
- Hoogendoorn previously served as Creative Director at IDTV for nine years
- ‘The Traitors’ has been adapted in 30 countries and won Emmy and Rose d’Or awards
- Talpa Studios, founded by John de Mol, is known for creating innovative entertainment formats
- Hoogendoorn will focus on developing new formats and expanding global collaborations
A Strategic Move for Talpa Studios
In a move that signals its commitment to innovative entertainment, Talpa Studios has brought on board Jasper Hoogendoorn as its new Chief Creative Officer. Hoogendoorn, best known for co-creating the internationally successful format ‘The Traitors’, brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record in developing compelling content.
“I am very excited to welcome Jasper to our team in this important role. We’ve recently collaborated on several projects, and I am impressed by his creativity, pitching skills, and unwavering commitment to delivering top-tier quality in format development and production,” John de Mol, founder of Talpa Studios, said.
Hoogendoorn’s appointment comes at a crucial time for Talpa Studios, which has been making waves in the industry with formats like ‘The Floor’, ‘The Quiz with Balls’, and ‘Million Dollar Island’. The studio, rebranded in 2023, is part of de Mol’s larger Talpa Network and is led by former ITV Studios executive Maarten Meijs.
A Track Record of Success
Hoogendoorn’s credentials are impressive. During his nine-year tenure at IDTV, he rose from format developer to overseeing all creative aspects of the company. His crowning achievement, ‘The Traitors’, originated as ‘De Verraders’ on RTL4 in the Netherlands in 2021 and has since been adapted in 30 countries, winning both Emmy and Rose d’Or awards.
“The past nine years at IDTV and All3Media have been an intense and rewarding journey for which I am deeply grateful,” Jasper Hoogendoorn said.
In addition to ‘The Traitors’, Hoogendoorn worked on shows like ‘The Unknown’ and local versions of ‘Race Across the World’, ‘Lingo’, and ‘Sort Your Life Out’. His ability to create and adapt formats that resonate with audiences across different markets aligns perfectly with Talpa Studios’ global ambitions.
Looking Ahead
At Talpa Studios, Hoogendoorn will report directly to John de Mol and CEO Maarten Meijs. His role will involve creating innovative formats, expanding collaborations, and overseeing creative and production tasks. This strategic appointment is expected to further strengthen Talpa’s position in the competitive world of global entertainment formats.
“His arrival marks a significant step in strengthening our portfolio of original formats and advancing our open-network strategy, which brings together the best talent in the industry. Together with Jasper, we aim to further shape the future of Talpa Studios and realise our global ambitions,” de Mol said.