President-elect Trump announced Saturday that he has tapped “The Apprentice” creator for a diplomatic role in the United Kingdom.

In a Truth Social post, Trump named Mark Burnett, a London-born British-American television producer, as the next U.S. special envoy to the United Kingdom.

“It is a great honor to appoint Mark Burnett as Special Envoy to the United Kingdom,” said the President-elect. “With a distinguished career in television production and business, Mark brings a unique blend of diplomatic acumen and international recognition to this important role.”

In addition to producing Trump’s previous show “The Apprentice,” Burnett also created “Shark Tank” and oversaw production of other programs such as “Survivor” and “The Martha Stewart Show.” In his Truth Social post, Trump said the producer had produced some of the “greatest shows in the history of television” and touted his successes.

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President-elect Trump has tapped television producer Mark Burnett for a new role in his administration. (AP Photo/Getty Images)

“He is the former chairman of MGM and has won 13 Emmy Awards!” wrote the Republican. “Mark will work to improve diplomatic relations, focusing on areas of mutual interest, including trade, investment opportunities and cultural exchanges. Congratulations, Mark!”

There is currently no one serving as US special envoy to the UK. Special envoy roles are typically temporary in nature and intended to accomplish a specific mission, although Trump did not elaborate on the purpose of the role in his announcement.

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Donald Trump and Mark Burnett arriving for The Apprentice finale at the California Mart in Los Angeles. (Jon Kopaloff/FilmMagic)

In early December, Trump appointed Warren A. Stephens as U.S. Ambassador to the Court of St. James, also known as U.S. Ambassador to the United Kingdom.

“Over the past 38 years, while serving as president, chairman and CEO of his company, Stephens Inc., Warren has built a wonderful financial services company while selflessly giving back to his community as a philanthropist,” Trump said in a post on Truth Social.

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Television producer Mark Burnett introduces President Trump at the National Prayer Breakfast in Washington, DC, February 2, 2017. (Win McNamee/Getty Images)

“Warren has always dreamed of serving the United States full-time. I am pleased that he will now have this opportunity as a top diplomat, representing the United States to one of America’s most valued and beloved allies.”

Burnett did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital’s request for comment.

Fox News Digital’s Greg Wehner contributed to this report.