A+E Networks said it has named Patrick Vien and Edward Sabin executive managing directors of its international division.

Vien, who joins A+E from Pulse Films, will oversee A+Es businesses throughout Europe, Middle East and Africa. He will also be the lead on programming strategy, acquisitions and production for the company’s channels outside the U.S.

Sabin, who has been managing director for the Americas and head of commercial operations, will be co-head of international with Vien. Sabin adds responsibilities for Asia, Australia and New Zealand.

Both Vien, who will be based in New York, and Sabin, based in Los Angeles, report to Sean Cohan, president, international and digital media for A+E Networks.

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