Beverly Hills, California – Endemol USA, a global leader in television and digital entertainment, announced that John P. Roberts has joined the company as SVP, Digital Media and Commercial Affairs, effective immediately. Roberts will report to David Goldberg, Chairman and CEO, Endemol North America, based in Beverly Hills, CA. In this newly created position, Roberts is responsible for developing new commercial and digital business opportunities in North America for Endemol USA, and its … [Read more...] about Endemol USA hires John P. Roberts as SVP, Digital Media and Commercial Affairs
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Conde Nast’s Dawn Ostroff and Hulu’s Jason Kilar to keynote at MIPCOM 2012
Paris – Dawn Ostroff, President, Condé Nast Entertainment, and Jason Kilar, CEO, Hulu, will deliver Media Mastermind keynote addresses at MIPCOM 2012 in Cannes, 8-11 October. In her keynote “It's Not Just Platform, It's Storyline: Compelling Entertainment for the Digital Age," Ostroff will share the exciting opportunities she sees to bring quality content to screens of all sizes, and describe how a publishing powerhouse like Condé Nast is leveraging its ability to tell … [Read more...] about Conde Nast’s Dawn Ostroff and Hulu’s Jason Kilar to keynote at MIPCOM 2012
TV ASIA Plus WEB-EXCLUSIVE: One-on-one with AMC/Sundance Channel Global President, Bruce Tuchman (Audio inside)
Part 1: Tuchman talks about his time with the company thus far and his thoughts on the new slate of programming that will launch on Sundance Channel across Asia Pacific. Part 2: Tuchman reveals the broadcaster’s future plans for the Asia Pacific market and the challenges involved in bringing US lifestyle content into Asia. Part 3: Tuchman talks expansion plans for the Sundance and WE tv brands in Asia and shares how the Sundance Festival is … [Read more...] about TV ASIA Plus WEB-EXCLUSIVE: One-on-one with AMC/Sundance Channel Global President, Bruce Tuchman (Audio inside)
MTV World Stage Live In Malaysia 2012 reports record-breaking attendance
Bandar Sunway, Malaysia – More than 16,000 people attended the MTV World Stage Live In Malaysia 2012 at Surf Beach @ Sunway Lagoon to see global superstar Justin Bieber, K-pop sensations Jay Park and Kara, and Malaysian singer-songwriter Mizz Nina perform LIVE for fans, celebrities, dignitaries and VIPs. Demand for passes to the free event was at its highest level ever as pop music took center stage in a night of spectacular performances, breath-taking choreography and social media … [Read more...] about MTV World Stage Live In Malaysia 2012 reports record-breaking attendance
CNN to focus on Singapore with Outlook Singapore coverage
Next week, CNN will provide its international viewers with a look at some of the innovative business ideas coming out of Singapore, with a series of special reports for the network’s week-long ‘Outlook Singapore’ coverage, airing to more than 280 million households around the world. Host Richard Quest will report from the Southeast Asian city-state, providing insight into the new innovations finding favour not just in Singapore but overseas, and highlighting why Singapore … [Read more...] about CNN to focus on Singapore with Outlook Singapore coverage
BREAKING: Alex Mahon Announced As CEO of Shine Group
Alex Mahon will assume full responsibility for day to day management of the 28 operating companies within Shine Group. Murdoch will continue as Group Chairman leading Shine’s creative talent, culture and strategy. The changes are effective from September. Elisabeth Murdoch said: “As Shine further diversifies across genres, geographies and platforms, I believe that the continued growth of the company requires the Chairman and CEO roles to be distinct and separate. Alex has earned this … [Read more...] about BREAKING: Alex Mahon Announced As CEO of Shine Group