A former drama executive at 20th Century Fox Television has joined ABC Studios, reports Nellie Andreeva at Deadline.com.

Patrick Moran, the former senior vice president of drama at 20th Century Fox Television, is joining ABC Studios as its new head of drama following the departure of Josh Barry, according to thearticle.

Barry is leaving his post after a year at the job, although he may stay within the company in a different role, the story says.

Moran left his job at 20th TV in early May, when the studio hired Michael Thorne for the role. Moran oversaw the development of "Glee" and other series such as "Lie to Me" and "Bones," the article adds.