New York – Saban Brands has announced that its new animated preschool series inspired by the Paul Frank family of characters, Julius Jr., will air on Nick Jr. in the U.S., Australia and New Zealand this year. Following the adventures of a young version of Julius the Monkey, Julius Jr. will mark the first television vehicle for Paul Frank. Since its founding in 1997, in a Huntington Beach garage, the lifestyle fashion brand has become globally recognised for its fresh and … [Read more...] about Saban Brands’ Julius Jr. to air on Nick Jr.
Archives for February 2013
Melissa Madden appointed Director of Brands and Marketing for BBC Worldwide Australasia
Sydney – The former Director of Marketing for the Seven Network, Melissa Madden, has been appointed to the role of Director of Brands and Marketing at BBC Worldwide Australasia. She will start at BBC Worldwide Australasia in March. In her new role, Madden will be responsible for the effective management of BBC Worldwide Australasia’s marketing department, delivering marketing and brand management services across all business areas, from channels, global brands and consumer … [Read more...] about Melissa Madden appointed Director of Brands and Marketing for BBC Worldwide Australasia
KidsCo and Syfy come together to launch new block
London – KidsCo has announced a partnership with NBCUniversal’s channel, Syfy, to launch a dedicated programming block: Syfy Kids. This unique genre-based kids’ programming block is a first from Syfy and aims to deliver stimulating and imaginative entertainment to children aged six to ten. The fully dubbed Syfy Kids block will launch in the second quarter of 2013. The programming line-up will include imagination-based content from both NBCUniversal and Corus … [Read more...] about KidsCo and Syfy come together to launch new block
Wizards vs Aliens announces sales to over 50 territories
Wizards vs Aliens New York – FremantleMedia Kids & Family Entertainment’s action-adventure drama series Wizards vs Aliens has been sold to a number of territories including North America, Australia, New Zealand, Thailand and Malaysia. Wizards vs Aliens will make its American debut on U.S. kids’ and family network The Hub in 2013. In addition to The Hub, Wizards vs Aliens has also been sold to upwards of 50 territories including Australia and New Zealand (ABC, UKTV), Canada … [Read more...] about Wizards vs Aliens announces sales to over 50 territories
ALL3MEDIA’S Stephen Lambert to keynote at MIPFormats 2013
Paris – The Chairman of ALL3MEDIA America, Stephen Lambert, creator of hit formats such as Wife Swap, Secret Millionaire, and Undercover Boss, will be sharing his vision of this rapidly-evolving sector in a keynote address at MIPFormats held in Cannes from April 6-7, ahead of MIPTV (April 8-11). The two-day event will feature a full programme of conferences and screenings, as well as a digital library for the 250 international buyers in attendance. Lambert is one of Britain’s … [Read more...] about ALL3MEDIA’S Stephen Lambert to keynote at MIPFormats 2013
Carrington leaves Turner EMEA amidst major restructuring
Michael Carrington Michael Carrington is leaving his current position as Chief Content Officer of Turner Broadcasting System (TBS) EMEA to join children’s producer and distributor, HIT Entertainment. Carrington will assume the newly created position of Head of Content and Production at HIT Global Brands. Carrington, who joined Turner in 2010 from CBeebies, will be based in HIT’s London office, where he will be responsible for enhancing HIT’s centre of excellence for content and … [Read more...] about Carrington leaves Turner EMEA amidst major restructuring