Ash Atalla
Ash Atalla is the CEO of Roughcut Television. He is one of Britain’s most prolific and award-winning producers. With a Primetime Emmy, a Golden Globe, six BAFTAs, four RTS awards and three British Comedy awards to his name, Ash is best known for the multi award-winning series The Office, The IT Crowd, Stath Lets Flats, Cuckoo and People Just Do Nothing. As he continues his hugely successful career in television, Ash recently turned his attention to the movie industry and drama. His first feature film, People Just Do Nothing: Big In Japan, launched to critical acclaim in 2021. Ash also has a number of high-end drama projects including Little Disasters which is currently shooting for Paramount, and COMA, Roughcut’s latest well received drama which landed to huge ratings earlier this year. Ash is a pioneering producer in the comedy genre with over 60 executive producer credits to his name. He recently championed Jack Rooke, creator, and writer of the Roughcut/Channel4 comedy Big Boys. The first series aired to critical acclaim and multiple BAFTA nominations. The second series has just launched to a 5-star response and the third series is currently in production. Ash is a regular commentator on race, politics, disability & diversity in television and film both on & off screen plus the comedy & drama landscape. He writes a regular column for Broadcast magazine, appears on multiple industry panels and as a frequent contributor to Today, BBC Radio 4’s flagship news programme.
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Business in Culture and the Arts
Steve and Katie chat with Ash Atalla, CEO of Rough Cut TV and award-winning television producer who had success with shows like The Office and The IT Crowd. Ash shares...
