Lance Klein

Lance Klein is a prominent figure in the entertainment industry, serving as a Partner and Head of the Non-Fiction & Broadcast Division at William Morris Endeavor (WME), based in Beverly Hills, California. His role involves overseeing the agency's Non-Scripted Television Department, where he focuses on various aspects of television production including streaming, network reality, digital content, cable, syndication, and the international TV marketplace.13

Professional Background

• Current Position: Partner and Division Head at WME since 2002.
• Previous Experience:
  • Vice President of New Media at ICM (2000-2001).
  • Vice President at Microcast (1999-2000).
  • Agent at ICM (1996-1999) .14

Klein has been instrumental in packaging numerous influential series and specials, representing both high-profile personalities and production companies within the non-scripted television sector. His leadership has seen the department grow to include 19 partners under his guidance.2

Education

Lance Klein holds a Bachelor of Science in Mass Communication/Media Studies from Emerson College, which he completed between 1988 and 1992.1

Industry Impact

Klein's expertise is particularly relevant in the current landscape of television, where there has been a significant increase in demand for non-scripted programming due to changing viewer habits accelerated by the pandemic. This shift has led to a flourishing market for unscripted content across various platforms.2