Universal Cable exec joins Disney networks
Nikki Reed named vp original series at Disney Channel, XD

Former Universal Cable Prods. executive Nikki Reed has been tapped for the job and will oversee development of live-action series for Disney Channel, Disney XD and other digital platforms.
She reports to Disney Channel senior vp original programming Adam Bonnett.
Reed most recently served as vp current and development at UCP, where she shepherded the creation of scripted programming for non-NBC Uni cable networks.
Reed previously was vp development for director Jon Turteltaub as well as head of development at Barry Kemp's Bungalow 78 Prods.
She executive produced the 2005 feature film "Invincible," starring Mark Wahlberg.