STAR TV has clinched pan-regional rights for the Asia Pacific to America’s Got Talent, including exclusive rights in India. Singapore’s MediaCorp TV, Korea’s O*n Media, TVB Hong Kong, UBC TV Thailand and Solar in the Philippines have also acquired the show from FremantleMedia. Paul Ridley, FME Senior Vice President, Sales, Asia Pacific, who secured the Star and Korean deals, notes there are no separate windows for pay and free-to-air for reality shows where there is a winner, … [Read more...] about America’s Got Talent catches a Star
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Zonemedia taps Monica Chard as Global Advertising Sales Director
London– Monica Chard has joined Chellomedia’s global thematic channel operator Zonemedia as Global Advertising Sales Director. She is responsible for identifying and developing new advertising opportunities for the Zonemedia portfolio of channels. Chard will work with Zonemedia programmers and overseas representatives to formulate packages for international advertisers and fit with the brand strategy of channels including Zone Reality, Zone Club, Zone Horror, Zone Romantica and … [Read more...] about Zonemedia taps Monica Chard as Global Advertising Sales Director
Toby Hayward appointed SVP, Advertising Sales, CNBC Asia Pacific
Singapore- CNBC Asia Pacific has appointed Toby Hayward as Senior Vice President, Advertising Sales, responsible for all advertising sales for CNBC-owned networks in Asia Pacific, as well as meeting revenue goals of CNBC (US) and CNBC Europe from regional advertisers. Based in Singapore from August 27, Hayward will report to Jeremy Pink, President and Managing Director of CNBC Asia Pacific. In his new role, Hayward will oversee CNBC’s regional advertising sales and sales support teams, … [Read more...] about Toby Hayward appointed SVP, Advertising Sales, CNBC Asia Pacific
New AXN-produced reality show Ultimate Escape to debut
Singapore/Hong Kong– New reality TV show Ultimate Escape will make its debut on AXN. The show features four couples with the “most compelling couple-histories” being selected to go on a 3-day trip to face various challenges in destinations including Spain, Oman, Africa, Doha, Monaco, Sicily and Brazil. The couples will be provided with US$2000 for shopping, a limousine ride to the airport, luxury accommodation, and embark on dune-buggy driving, white water rafting, deep-sea … [Read more...] about New AXN-produced reality show Ultimate Escape to debut
Bennett Media Worldwide exports Bikini Destinations and other exotica
Los Angeles– Bennett Media Worldwide (BMW), the in-house distribution unit for the Bennett Group, closed licensing deals with 140 countries in July, including several with Asia Pacific broadcasters. Thailand's Shin Broadband Internet acquired satellite, HD and VOD rights for Bennett’s entire library of programming. Korea's TU Media secured DMB rights for Bikini Destinations, Beyond the List and Bikini Life Adventures. Foxtel Australia nabbed satellite rights to Bikini Destinations, … [Read more...] about Bennett Media Worldwide exports Bikini Destinations and other exotica
Liza Newnham promoted to SVP / GM of English Language Channels
Hong Kong- Star has promoted Liza Newnham to Senior Vice President / General Manager of English Language Channels. In this newly created position, Newnham will manage the business operations of Star Movies and Star World and will work to strengthen the channel brands. Based in Hong Kong, Newnham reports to Chief Operating Officer Laureen Ong, who said the company is working “aggressively” to bolster the channels’ foothold in the English language entertainment landscape. Newnham … [Read more...] about Liza Newnham promoted to SVP / GM of English Language Channels