Mediagazer: United Talent Agency CEO Jeremy Zimmer argues the creative talent behind shows on Netflix's ad-supported tier should earn more money if their shows are popular (Christopher Grimes/Financial Times)

1:10 PM ET, January 3, 2023

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Christopher Grimes / Financial Times:

United Talent Agency CEO Jeremy Zimmer argues the creative talent behind shows on Netflix's ad-supported tier should earn more money if their shows are popular — United Talent Agency chief Jeremy Zimmer says ad-supported service ‘changes the game’ for creators

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