Bert Salke
- Producer
- Additional Crew
- Writer
Bert Salke is a high-level television executive and producer who has shaped some of the most critically acclaimed shows of the last two decades. He is best known for his ten-year tenure as the President of Fox 21 Television Studios, where he earned a reputation for developing "edgy" and sophisticated cable hits that often won major awards.
Under his leadership, the studio produced massive cultural phenomena like the spy thriller Homeland, the Cold War drama The Americans, and the anthology series American Crime Story (including The People v. O.J. Simpson). He is credited with pivoting the studio toward high-end storytelling, helping it become a powerhouse in the era of "Peak TV."
Before moving into executive roles, Salke began his career on the creative side as a writer and producer. He worked on several well-known series, including Boomtown and the sci-fi show First Wave. This background gave him a unique "talent-friendly" reputation, making him a preferred partner for top showrunners and creators in Hollywood.
Salke operates his own production company, Co-Lab21, under a multi-year deal with Disney Television Studios. In this role, he continues to executive produce major projects, such as the hit Disney+ series Percy Jackson and the Olympians. He remains a central figure in the industry, often cited alongside his wife, Jennifer Salke, as part of one of Hollywood’s most influential power couples.
Under his leadership, the studio produced massive cultural phenomena like the spy thriller Homeland, the Cold War drama The Americans, and the anthology series American Crime Story (including The People v. O.J. Simpson). He is credited with pivoting the studio toward high-end storytelling, helping it become a powerhouse in the era of "Peak TV."
Before moving into executive roles, Salke began his career on the creative side as a writer and producer. He worked on several well-known series, including Boomtown and the sci-fi show First Wave. This background gave him a unique "talent-friendly" reputation, making him a preferred partner for top showrunners and creators in Hollywood.
Salke operates his own production company, Co-Lab21, under a multi-year deal with Disney Television Studios. In this role, he continues to executive produce major projects, such as the hit Disney+ series Percy Jackson and the Olympians. He remains a central figure in the industry, often cited alongside his wife, Jennifer Salke, as part of one of Hollywood’s most influential power couples.
