Hinzman, who had been VP, content distribution, leads a team that sells products from A&E, History and Lifetime to distributors in the U.S. and Canada including AT&T, Comcast, Hulu and NCTC.

She continues to report to Jane Rice, executive VP, content distribution and marketing, A+E Networks.

“Sara’s insight and keen acumen are exemplary, and her experience has proven instrumental in securing strategic deals and bringing success to our group and our business overall,” said Rice.

Before joining A+E, Hinzman spent 16 years at Showtime Networks.