Appointment of New CFO

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Zinc Media Group PLC announced the appointment of Laura McGaughey as Chief Financial Officer and Executive Director, effective November 3, 2025. McGaughey brings over 25 years of senior leadership experience in the television and film production sector, joining from Anton Film and Television where she was Chief Financial and Operating Officer. Previously, she was Global CFO at Sony Pictures TV International Production, overseeing an international portfolio spanning 15 countries. McGaughey's expertise includes scripted and unscripted television, IP exploitation, rights management, and distribution. She does not currently hold any directorships, and holds no shares in the Group.

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Zinc Media Group plc (AIM: ZIN), the award-winning television, brand and audio production group, is pleased to announce the appointment of Laura McGaughey as Chief Financial Officer and Executive Director, effective 3 November 2025.

Laura brings over 25 years of senior leadership experience across the television and film production sector, having held roles including Chief Financial and Operating Officer and Global CFO at some of the UK's largest and most respected production companies.

Laura joins Zinc from Anton Film and Television where she was Chief Financial and Operating Officer. Anton is a independent European studio specialising in producing, financing and selling high-end film and television. Previously, she was Global CFO at Sony Pictures TV International Production, with an international portfolio spanning 15 countries and including the global sales of hugely successful franchises such as The Crown, Sex Education, Who Wants to be a Millionaire, and Dragon's Den.

Across her career, Laura has built deep expertise in scripted and unscripted television, IP exploitation, rights management and distribution. She has led large M&A projects, refinanced companies, and built high-performing teams, combining financial discipline with operational excellence to drive growth, efficiency, and long-term value.

Laura's appointment reinforces Zinc's commitment to strong governance and sustainable growth, positioning the Group to continue delivering high-quality, commercially successful content to audiences worldwide.

Mark Browning, CEO Zinc Media Group said, "I am delighted Laura has agreed to join Zinc. She brings a rare combination of strategic, operational, and financial expertise across all genres of television. Her appointment comes at a critical point in our growth journey, as we expand our genres, geographical reach and strategic ambitions. Laura's proven track record in building high-performing teams and driving sustainable value will be instrumental in strengthening our foundations and supporting our long-term vision".

Additional Disclosures Required under the AIM Rules for Companies

In accordance with AIM Rule 17 and Schedule 2(g) of the AIM Rules, Laura Elisabeth McGaughey (aged 49) does not currently hold any directorships.

Previous directorships or partnerships of which the director has been a director or partner over the last five years:

Beiboot Representation Ltd
Whisper Films Ltd
Sony Pictures Television Productions UK
Stellify Media Ltd
Human Media Ltd
Electric Ray Ltd
Knowledge Schools Trust
McGaughey holds no shares in the Group.

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