Bastiaan van Dalen

Driving Growth @ Talpa Network | Former Fox & Banijay | Multiplatform Branding & Marketing Expert

Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands

About

Driving media innovation and audience growth through strategic content leadership across platforms. With over 20 years of experience in international content strategy and marketing, I lead the media distribution and performance for three major Dutch networks: Veronica TV, Net5, and Viaplay TV. Passionate about creating engaging, diverse content, I strive to connect audiences with value-driven entertainment and campaigns that resonates globally. Always open to connect and discuss transforming media experiences and audience engagement.

Experience

  • Talpa Network (12 yrs 7 mos)
    • Head of Veronica Television, Net5 & SBS9 at Talpa Network
      Jul 2021 - Present · 5 yrs 1 mo

      • Led strategic direction and daily operations of three major Dutch television networks, focusing on content innovation and audience growth. • Managed creative and commercial activities across social media, linear TV, and digital platforms to maximize reach and engagement. • Built and maintained strong relationships with content creators, producers, advertisers, and streaming partners to ensure high-quality content delivery.

    • Head of Veronica Television
      Jan 2014 - Present · 12 yrs 7 mos

      • Oversaw the performance of all content distribution channels at Talpa Network, including linear television, digital channels, and social media. • Managed daily operations and implemented creative strategies for social, content, marketing, and brand management.

  • Head of Commercial Affairs at Centraal Museum in Utrecht
    Jun 2013 - Jan 2014 · 8 mos

    Oversaw the setup of a new commercial division and developed a long term B2B marketing strategy.

  • Head of Programming (24Kitchen, Foxlife, NGC, FOX) at Fox International Channels
    Jun 2012 - Nov 2013 · 1 yr 6 mos

    Responsible for the creative direction and content strategy of all FIC Benelux channels (FOXlife, FOX, NGC, NGC Wild and 24Kitchen) and its operational day to day business. Heading the programming department team.

  • Endemol (3 yrs 7 mos)
    • Director Benelux
      Feb 2011 - Jun 2012 · 1 yr 5 mos

      Responsible for television and home entertainment sales and b2b marketing of all Endemol content within the Benelux.

    • Manager Format Distribution
      Dec 2008 - Feb 2011 · 2 yrs 3 mos

      Responsible for sales and production of Endemol television formats within the Eastern European markets to all possible platforms. Building a comprehensive network of clients and delivering a financial and business strategy for each individual country. Extending Endemol’s client database with non traditional partners

  • Sales Manager at Entertainment One
    Dec 2007 - Dec 2008 · 1 yr 1 mo

    Licensing films from the Entertainment One catalogue to TV broadcasters and VOD platforms in the Benelux through packaging or volume deal constructions. Maintaining and developing eOne’s client network in the Benelux.