Media Headquarters

Robert Cohen is the co-founder and CEO of Media Headquarters, a Toronto-based production company known for premium television created for leading platforms and studios worldwide.

For over two decades, he has led the company through multiple phases of growth and strategic evolution, establishing Media Headquarters as one of the industry’s most respected independent production companies.

Robert has created and produced a wide range of acclaimed and successful programming spanning documentary, reality and competition, factual entertainment, and scripted drama. He is the creator of some of Canada’s most successful original formats, including Canada’s Smartest Person, the country’s most widely exported factual format.

Known for a hands-on, collaborative approach, Robert has built a reputation as both a creative leader and trusted production partner, helping develop and deliver ambitious productions across North America and internationally.

His work has received major industry recognition, including multiple Canadian Screen Awards, Banff Rocky Awards, and an Emmy Award nomination.

Melanie Brobyn is Executive Vice President at Media Headquarters, where she oversees the company’s slate across development and production. She works closely with partners, platforms, and internal teams to help guide projects from inception through delivery.

Over the past two decades, Melanie has developed and executive produced a wide range of successful programming spanning documentary, factual entertainment, and reality competition. She brings deep experience across development, financing, and production.

Working closely with Robert Cohen, Melanie plays a central role in the company’s partnerships and international collaborations. She is known for a calm, collaborative leadership style and deep production experience across projects of many scales, scopes, and genres.