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Posted: Thurs., Dec. 18, 2008, 6:06pm PT

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Nonfiction programming shop 44 Blue Prods. has announced the addition of former "The Bachelor" producer Lisa Knapp as head of development while also announcing several key promotions.

Reporting to company co-owner Stephanie Drachkovitch, Knapp will handle series development and format acquisition, as well as oversee the strategic aspects of program development.

Meanwhile, 44 Blue announced four promotions: Stuart Zwagil has been upped to senior VP, overseeing production management and operations; David Hale has been promoted to head of current programming; Juanita Mitchell moves from accounting manager to controller; and Monica Logan moves from exec assistant to development coordinator.