Alcon Media Group Launched International Division
The newly formed Alcon International Studios has appointed Diego Piasek as president to lead global content production.
Updated on Oct. 7, 2026 in Film — General
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Alcon Media Group has expanded its operations with the launch of Alcon International Studios, a new division focused on developing and financing television content for worldwide audiences. The division is headed by industry veteran Diego Piasek, who brings 20 years of professional experience to the role.
Why it matters
The new studio intends to bridge gaps between local talent and global markets by structuring co-financing deals with international broadcasters and production partners. This strategic move allows Alcon to broaden its reach beyond its traditional Television Group mandate.
Alcon International Studios is producing the six-episode thriller First Woman. The project is being co-financed alongside ITV Studios, Mammoth Screen, and ZDF.
The players
Diego Piasek
Diego Piasek is the president of Alcon International Studios and a co-founder of the production company Offline Sports.
Scott Parish
Scott Parish serves as the chief operating officer at Alcon Media Group and collaborated on the two-year development of the new division.
Andrea Riseborough
Andrea Riseborough is a lead actor starring in the Alcon International Studios thriller series First Woman.
Ashley Walters
Ashley Walters is a lead actor starring in the Alcon International Studios thriller series First Woman.
Philip Martin
Philip Martin is the director attached to the upcoming thriller series First Woman.
The details
Alcon International Studios will operate with an international mandate alongside the existing Alcon Television Group. The company plans to establish permanent offices across the UK and Europe while partnering with local producers and financiers.
Timeline
Next week: Alcon International Studios makes its debut at the Mipcom event in Cannes.
Industry Dynamics
The launch of Alcon International Studios mirrors the industry trend of production houses seeking global co-financing to mitigate rising costs. It builds upon the studio's previous experience with the international co-financing for the television series Point Break.
Viewers can expect to see the division's first thriller series, First Woman, on the UK broadcaster ITV. This collaboration signifies that international audiences will gain access to more co-produced content through traditional broadcast and streaming partnerships.
The takeaway
The creation of this division indicates a broader move by independent studios to secure global partnerships earlier in the development process. Future projects from the studio will likely continue this trend of multinational financing and cross-border production.
What happens next
Alcon International Studios will formally debut at the Mipcom event in Cannes next week.
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Source note: This article includes information reported by C21Media.
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