California, U.S. – DreamWorks Animation SKG, Inc. announced it has agreed to acquire AwesomenessTV, one of the most subscribed-to teen networks on YouTube. This deal recognises the growing value of digital content creation and consumption. With this deal, DreamWorks Animation will acquire a next-generation media company, which though its Multi-Channel Network on YouTube has already signed up over 55,000 channels, aggregating over 14 million subscribers and 800 million video … [Read more...] about DreamWorks Animations acquires AwesomenessTV
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Monica Tata named Managing Director of HBO India
Singapore - Monica Tata has been appointed the Managing Director of HBO India. Tata joins the network with immediate effect and will be based in Mumbai, reporting to Jonathan Spink, CEO, HBO Asia. Tata will be responsible for introducing and developing various initiatives to enhance the company’s offerings in India and its subcontinent, including providing strategic direction and managing partner relationships. Tata has over 23 years of media experience and was most recently the … [Read more...] about Monica Tata named Managing Director of HBO India
Asia Ireton appointed General Manager of History Japan
New York/Tokyo - Asia Ireton has been appointed General Manager for The History Channel Japan Corp., a joint venture between A+E Networks and Super-Network, Inc. The announcement was made by Alan Hodges, Managing Director, Asia Pacific for A+E Networks and Shoji Iwamoto, President, Super Network/Representative Director, The History Channel Japan Corp. Based in Tokyo, Ireton is responsible for all channel operations including programming, production, marketing, affiliate … [Read more...] about Asia Ireton appointed General Manager of History Japan
CNBC premieres “Entrepreneur Asia” Special
Singapore - CNBC premiered the eight-part interview series Entrepreneur Asia on April 22. The special segment, sponsored by Bank of Singapore, airs on CNBC’s Squawk Box Asia and Cash Flow programmes every Monday. Over eight weeks, CNBC will profile eight successful entrepreneurs who have contributed to and shaped Asia’s economy. Interviewees will discuss their winning idea, their strategy, lessons learnt, and the challenges they faced as they built and grew their businesses. It's … [Read more...] about CNBC premieres “Entrepreneur Asia” Special
Universal Channel unveils brand refresh
Singapore – The channels division of NBCUniversal International Television today announced the refresh of its flagship brand, Universal Channel. The evolution focuses on character-driven entertainment as the channel unveils its brand new positioning, logo, on-air packaging and tagline – “100% Characters” – beginning in Asia on April 28. The worldwide roll-out of the refreshed channel will then follow throughout 2013. As part of the brand refresh, on May 29, … [Read more...] about Universal Channel unveils brand refresh
Abbe Raven and Nancy Dubuc appointed to new positions at A+E Networks
Nancy Dubuc (left) and Abbe Raven (right) New York – Nancy Dubuc has been appointed president and chief executive officer of A+E Networks, becoming the third CEO in the company’s nearly 30-year history. Dubuc will oversee the day-to-day operations of the company, with the brand groups and business divisions reporting to her. It was also announced that Abbe Raven will be elevated to the newly created position of chairman, A+E Networks. Raven will spearhead A+E Networks’ … [Read more...] about Abbe Raven and Nancy Dubuc appointed to new positions at A+E Networks
