Dan Rose Paris – MIPCOM has announced that Facebook’s Vice President, Partnerships, Dan Rose will give a keynote address on October 7, 2013 as part of MIPCOM’s Media Mastermind Keynote Series. Each night in the U.S., between 88 and 100 million people visit Facebook and many of them are talking about TV. As more and more people turn to social media to discuss what they are watching on TV – including more than one billion monthly active users on Facebook – … [Read more...] about MIPCOM: Facebook’s Dan Rose to keynote
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“Orange Is The New Black” launches on Youku
Orange is the New Black Hong Kong - Following the content licensing deal between Celestial Tiger Entertainment (CTE), Lionsgate’s partner in Asia, and Youku Tudou Inc., one of the leading internet television companies in China, Lionsgate TV series Orange is the New Black has generated nearly nine million views in its first six weeks in China and has already become one of Youku’s most-watched Western dramas.In addition to Orange Is The New Black, Youku's … [Read more...] about “Orange Is The New Black” launches on Youku
NBCUniversal creates awards for Asian women
High Heeled Warriors Singapore - Following NBCUniversal’s High Heeled Warriors research roadshow to advertisers and media buyers, the network plans to roll out the inaugural High Heeled Warrior Awards in the next few months. The High Heeled Warrior Awards will recognise and celebrate the achievements of women in Asia who have contributed to society in their industry and community. Nominations for the first three categories will be shortlisted by a panel of judges. The public will be … [Read more...] about NBCUniversal creates awards for Asian women
Henson to distribute “Annoying Orange” and “Driftwood Bay”
Driftwood Bay Los Angeles, California - HIP has signed new international broadcast agreements for the long-form series based on internet phenomenon Annoying Orange and the new preschool series Driftwood Bay. “HIP is committed to serving the needs of our clients, both the producers whose content we represent and the broadcasters whose programming needs are a top priority,” said Richard Goldsmith, EVP, Global Distribution for The Jim Henson … [Read more...] about Henson to distribute “Annoying Orange” and “Driftwood Bay”
Tricon sells over 160 hours of lifestyle series
Restaurant Takeover Toronto, Canada – Tricon Films & Television announces sales of over 160 hours of lifestyle content globally, including Restaurant Takeover, A Bryk at a Time, Decked Out, Disaster Decks and Donut Showdown. Season 1 of A Bryk at a Time (28x30’) has been sold to Foxtel Australia. Seasons 1, 3 and 4 of Marriage Under Construction (52x30’), a docu-soap following a couple through the … [Read more...] about Tricon sells over 160 hours of lifestyle series
James Franco to front arts TV series
James Franco Presents Santa Monica, California - Ovation, America's only arts network, has announced a partnership with renowned actor, filmmaker, author and artist James Franco to launch James Franco Presents. "James Franco is the ultimate artist, so partnering with James is a dream come true for Ovation," said Robert Weiss, Ovation's Chief Creative Officer. "And, since Ovation's mantra is 'art is everywhere,' James is the perfect person through whom to introduce viewers to a … [Read more...] about James Franco to front arts TV series
