Rapid Blue appoints Refiloe Montso and Grant Flynn as joint leaders
Rapid Blue, part of BBC Studios and one of Africa’s leading production companies, today announced new leadership structure that positions Refiloe Montso as Chief Operating Officer and Grant Flynn as Chief Creative Officer. Together, they will serve as joint leaders of the company, driving innovation and creativity across all projects.
Founded in 1993, Rapid Blue is one of Africa’s most respected production companies, known for delivering high-quality formats and original programming. As part of BBC Studios, Rapid Blue combines local expertise with global values to produce award-winning content across genres, including reality, scripted, and entertainment. Rapid Blue continues to deliver premium productions with a diverse slate of shows, including upcoming local adaptation of the global hit The Office for Showmax and kykNET, and the much-anticipated eleventh series of Come Dine With Me South Africa for BBC Lifestyle on DStv.
Refiloe Montso joined Rapid Blue as Business & Legal Affairs Manager in 2024 and has been instrumental in strengthening the company’s operational framework and ensuring compliance across productions. Her experience spans legal strategy, business operations and production management, making her a key driver of Rapid Blue’s growth.
Grant Flynn, who joined Rapid Blue in 2021, is known for his creative vision and leadership in developing groundbreaking formats. Grant’s previous positions include Head of Sales and Development, Head of Creative Development and Head of Business Development & Commercial Affairs, giving him extensive experience in unscripted ideation, format localisation, and structuring deals with broadcasters, distributors, and commercial brands.
Jacob De Boer, Executive Vice President, Global Production at BBC Studios said:
“Refiloe and Grant bring great complementary skillsets and a dynamic partnership that will strengthen Rapid Blue’s position as a leader in African television. Their combined expertise ensures the company continues to thrive in an evolving media landscape and I’m confident in the future success of our South African production business.”
Refiloe Montso, Chief Operating Officer at Rapid Blue said:
“I’m thrilled to take on this responsibility and continue building on Rapid Blue’s legacy of delivering world-class content. Our focus remains on creating stories that resonate deeply with audiences across Africa and beyond.”
Grant Flynn, Chief Creative Officer at Rapid Blue said:
“This is an exciting chapter for Rapid Blue. With Refiloe and the incredible team, we are committed to pushing creative boundaries and producing shows that entertain, inspire, and connect people. Our team is passionate about storytelling and we can’t wait to share what’s next.”
Refiloe and Grant will begin their new roles from the 1st December 2025.
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BBC Studios is the main commercial arm of BBC Commercial Ltd and generated revenues of £1.8 billion in the last year and profits of over £200 million for a third consecutive year. Able to take an idea seamlessly from thought to screen and beyond, the business is built on two operating areas: the Content Studio, which produces, invests and distributes TV and audio globally and Media & Streaming, with BBC branded channels, services including UKTV, bbc.com and BritBox International and joint ventures in the UK and internationally. The business made more than 2,800 hours of award-winning British programmes last year for a wide range of UK and global broadcasters and platforms. Its content is internationally recognised across a broad range of genres and specialisms and includes world-famous brands like Strictly Come Dancing/Dancing with the Stars, the Planet series, Bluey and Doctor Who.
