It is understood that Mahon, Katz, and Allan also declined a pay rise earlier this year.
Sources said Channel 4 staff have also raised concerns about the pay packets during tense internal discussions.
All spoke on the condition of anonymity for fear of losing business.
Channel 4 CEO Alex Mahon and Ian Katz, Chief Content OfficerGetty/Channel 4
Several indie bosses said they are not currently prioritizing Channel 4 developments.
None of us can work out why Channel 4 wasnt more prepared, one said.
After some discussion, they were handed a two-week compensation package.
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Ive never known this in 25 years of working in TV, said a highly-regarded unscripted producer.
Producers said it was the timing of Channel 4s requests that had caused alarm.
There is a long-established UK principle of production companies cash-flowing shows, but it requires preparation and planning.
John McVay, CEO of producer trade body Pact, said: Its unreasonable.
This last-minute kick-bollocks-scramble is not good for anyone, including them, their reputation, and their relationships.
A Channel 4 insider said the facility was not needed because the ad downturn is a short-term issue.
The broadcasters revenuescrossed the 1B markfor the first time in 2021.
Rise And Fall Takes The Fall?
Sources close toRise and Fallsaid mistakes were made in production, including filming it on a fast-turnaround basis.
Some predict that her swansong could be chairing Septembers prestigious Royal Television Society Cambridge Convention.
Many producers are yearning for a period of stability.
Channel 4 is simply too important not to be managed properly, said one.
They are the beating heart of our business.
