Maria Ishak, a longtime international television executive who recently worked at Asacha Media Group, has launched Mishief International, a company specializing in IP development, talent curation and fundraising.
With offices in Paris and London, the banner also handles strategic packaging, international joint funding and marketing.
Mischief’s first slate includes a feature documentary directed by the released square film
David France is the producer of Oscar-nominated “How to Survive the Plague.” A Finnish drama written by Camila Earlgren, acclaimed screenwriter of “The Millennium.” A feature documentary from All3Media’s award-winning StoryFilms. and French and English dramas co-produced with Fremantle Mint and an indefinite UK-based film.
“The prank focuses on supporting bold ideas on a clear path to the market. Through tradition.
Ishak, who worked in the US, UK and Europe, said: “Mischief combines story-first vision with hands-on expertise in content development, funding and production that resonates with international audiences,” she continued.
Before establishing the prank, Ishak was the head of Asacha’s international content and co-production.
Media Group is Oaktree’s capital support project, which was acquired by Fremantle in 2023. While there, she played a key role in packaging titles such as “Cicatries” and “Pau.” She also helped as she navigate Asacha’s Fremantle deal.
