Nickelodeon/MTVN Kids and Family Group has named Gary Bonilla to the Nickelodeon/MTVN Kids and Family Group. Bonilla’s primary responsibilities include managing the creative development for Nickelodeon’s consumer products business, developing strategies around consumer experiences and ensuring the network’s branded consumer product offerings exemplify the Nickelodeon brand.  

Shawn Lawson Cummings has joined United Media as senior vice president of international licensing, overseeing all aspects of the company’s international licensing business including Japan, Asia, Europe, and Latin America.

Daniel Wineman has been appointed to the newly created position of director of original series and co-productions at Jetix Europe.

New business development consultancy Brand Sense Partners has hired Sid Kaufman as senior vice president of licensing. As a member of BSP’s executive team, Kaufman will be responsible for the ongoing development and growth of BSP’s licensing business with a focus on entertainment properties and direct-to-retail opportunities.

Marvel Entertainment has promoted Eric Rollman to president, Marvel Animation. In his new role, Rollman will oversee Marvel’s animation slate, as well as partnerships with key broadcasters and home entertainment studios.