# Amazon MGM Studios hires HBO Max's Pia Barlow as head of original series marketing

Amazon MGM Studios has appointed Pia Barlow, formerly of HBO Max, as its new head of original series marketing. The move underscores Amazon's push to strengthen its streaming content marketing by bringing in experienced talent from a rival platform.

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### Entertainment
- [Variety](https://variety.com/2026/tv/news/amazon-mgm-hbo-max-pia-barlow-tv-series-marketing-1236820413/) — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 16:36:32 +0000