The Royal Television Society (RTS) is launching a unique online course that will help to plug the TV skills gap and fast track careers. Launching later this month (September), the RTS Mini MBA, a first in the industry, is aimed at media professionals who are focused on broadening their skillset and progressing their careers, as well as those in adjacent sectors who are seeking a thorough grounding in television and streaming media. The new initiative, that is CPD accredited, follows a DCMS … [Read more...] about RTS launches pioneering Mini MBA to supercharge understanding of TV and Streaming
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All3Media International uncloaks new versions of global format phenomenon The Traitors
Leading independent distributor All3Media International has announced a new round of adaptations for IDTV’s global format phenomenon The Traitors. The Traitors will travel to Africa for the first time with Primedia Studios, media giant Primedia’s television content and distribution hub. Primedia Studios has acquired the rights to create a local version of the show for African audiences. Additionally, All3Media International has revealed a Romanian version has been commissioned by Pro … [Read more...] about All3Media International uncloaks new versions of global format phenomenon The Traitors
Broadcast Solutions appoints Maximilian Breder as COO
Broadcast Solutions, one of Europe’s largest media systems integration groups, has appointed Maximilian Breder as COO of its German HQ operations. Breder brings a fresh perspective and a track record of innovative thinking and extensive experience to the role. “Thanks to my uncle, as a boy I went to a Broadcast Solutions open house event and got the chance to stand inside an outside broadcast truck,” Breder recalled. “I knew then that this was where I wanted to be.” While at school he … [Read more...] about Broadcast Solutions appoints Maximilian Breder as COO
Keshet International launches MIPCOM 2024 slates with three addtional acquisitions
Keshet International (KI) has secured the international distribution rights to a further raft of content for its MIPCOM 2024 slate, including Keshet 12’s romcom Save the Date (Bekarov Etzli); TV JOJ’s sophisticated thriller Too Much Love; Netflix’s crime drama Rough Diamonds; Apple TV’s Echo 3; and BBC One’s crimefighting docuseries SAS: Catching the Criminals with Billy Billingham. Kelly Wright, KI’s MD of Distribution, says, “We’re thrilled to be supplementing our buzziest drama slate yet … [Read more...] about Keshet International launches MIPCOM 2024 slates with three addtional acquisitions
Snowed-In Productions’ JOAN shines around the world as All3Media International secures presales across six continents
Leading independent distributor All3Media International has announced presales for upcoming drama JOAN, which stars Sophie Turner (Game of Thrones, X-Men: Dark Phoenix, The Staircase) as notorious jewel thief Joan Hannington. The deals will see the premium six-part drama from Snowed-In Productions travel across Europe, Asia, Africa, Australia and Canada and Latin America joining previously announced commissioning broadcaster ITV in the UK and co-producer CW in the US. JOAN is a powerful story … [Read more...] about Snowed-In Productions’ JOAN shines around the world as All3Media International secures presales across six continents
ESPN Films’ Latest 30 for 30 Documentary “Stolen Gold” Premieres September 17 on ESPN and ESPN+
ESPN Films today announces the upcoming premiere of its latest 30 for 30 documentary, “Stolen Gold”, airing Tuesday, September 17 at 9pm ET on ESPN. Following its premiere, the film will be available to stream on ESPN+. Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Suemay Oram, this powerful and riveting film delves into the incredible true story of Ramón Torres and the Spanish intellectually disabled basketball team’s dramatic journey to the gold medal at the Sydney Paralympics in 2000. The documentary … [Read more...] about ESPN Films’ Latest 30 for 30 Documentary “Stolen Gold” Premieres September 17 on ESPN and ESPN+