Renowned Ghanaian media personality and MC, Anita Erskine, has been selected to serve as a distinguished juror for the 2025 International Emmy Awards.
This marks a significant return to the prestigious panel for Erskine, a global recognition of excellence in television programming.
Expressing her profound gratitude, Erskine took to social media on July 28, 2025, to acknowledge the International Academy of Television Arts & Sciences for the honor. Her post detailed an inspiring career trajectory, evolving from an on-screen talent to encompass diverse roles including editor, producer, executive producer, and storyteller.
“I’m filled with deep gratitude to the International Academy of Television Arts & Sciences for bringing me back as a Juror for the 2025 Emmys,” Erskine shared. She emphasized the importance of intentional career growth, stating, “From starting as an on-screen talent to becoming a Storyteller, Producer, Executive Producer, and Editor, I’ve learned that you don’t grow by accident — you grow by intention.”
Erskine described her role as an International Emmy juror as a “labour of love” and a “moment that was both powerful and deeply humbling.” She underscored her unwavering commitment to contributing to and shaping the global television landscape. “To help shape what the world sees as the very best in global television? I’ll never take it for granted,” she affirmed.
Beyond her personal achievement, Anita Erskine’s announcement carried an empowering message for her audience. She encouraged individuals to recognize the value of their unique perspectives, experiences, and personal evolution, highlighting that everyone’s growth and contributions are significant, and boldness is essential in pursuing one’s passions.
About the International Emmy Awards
The International Emmy Awards, presented annually in New York City by the International Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (IATAS), celebrate the finest television programs initially produced and aired outside the United States. The ceremony is a beacon of excellence, honoring outstanding international television content from around the globe.
Anita Erskine’s extensive experience as a moderator and host of high-profile international events further solidifies her credentials for this esteemed position. Her notable engagements include:
- The Mjadala Afrika Leadership Debate 2024 at the African Union Headquarters
- The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Business Forum in Kigali
- The Qatar Africa Business Forum in Marrakech
- The ECOWAS Bank for Investment and Development Business Forum in Lomé
- The Global Financing Facility at UNGA 79 in New York
- The Afreximbank Group Annual Meetings
- The AfriCaribbean Trade and Investment Forum in Nassau
The 2025 International Emmy Awards ceremony is scheduled to take place on November 24, 2025, in New York City, promising another spectacular celebration of international television excellence.