Lower budgets, less experienced talent and crew, as well as managing the expectations of an audience already loyal to the US version are just some of the challenges faced when producing local versions of well-known international properties. As the call for hosts begins for E! News Asia, Comcast International Media Group managing director Asia Pacific Christine Fellowes says that having produced local versions of E! News in Korea, Thailand, France and Italy, they have learned that it’s … [Read more...] about Hosts with the most
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Satellites’ leading lights
“We entered 2009 against the backdrop of the fiercest economic downturn in living memory from which the satellite industry, in general, and SES WORLD SKIES in particular, have so far only been marginally affected,” says Elias Zaccack, vice president for Asia Pacific sales, SES WORLD Skies. “We can look back on some notable successes and highlights in 2009. In terms of achievements, we commenced of the year with Ciel-2 going operational, a satellite serving North America.” … [Read more...] about Satellites’ leading lights
Media Fiesta 2010 to take festivities across Singapore
Singapore - Media Fiesta, a month-long festival offering interactive media activities, experiential games and showcasing local talent, will return for its second edition in March 2010. Themed 'Celebrate and Discover Media', this year's programme line-up will bring Singaporeans on an exploratory journey into the world of media. Continuing their partnership from 2009, Media Fiesta 2010 is hosted by the Media Development Authority (MDA) and organised by Pico Art International. The focus for this … [Read more...] about Media Fiesta 2010 to take festivities across Singapore
Cartoon Network continues to grow on TV and beyond
Hong Kong - Cartoon Network reached a monthly average of 97 million fans in 2009 with content including Ben 10 and Ben 10 Alien Force, Chowder and The Marvelous Misadventures of Flapjack, according to a written statement. Cartoon Network was the number one channel for total individuals, kids and mothers among all regional broadcasters enjoying a 7% lead from the next regional channel for individuals, a 44% difference among kids and 56% with mothers. 2010 will carry on the trend of upping the fun … [Read more...] about Cartoon Network continues to grow on TV and beyond
Third Digital Future Symposium, Beijing
The Digital Future Symposium will be held on March 24 at the Novotel Peace Beijing. Major themes include internet distribution and new media business in China, as well as technology, standards and content protection. Objectives of the event are: To provide a platform for content owners, studios, broadcasters, law firms, venture capitalists, online distributors, government and vendors to interact; To encourage new business models, partnerships, and solutions; To build relationships between China … [Read more...] about Third Digital Future Symposium, Beijing
Comcast International Media Group ups Duccio Donati to Executive Vice President
Los Angeles - Duccio Donati has been promoted to executive vice president, Comcast International Media Group (CIMG), the announcement was made by Kevin MacLellan, president CIMG and Comcast Entertainment Productions (CEP). In his new role Donati takes over CIMG's day-to-day responsibilities, including direct reports and oversight of the international division's properties E! Entertainment Television, The Style Network, Versus, Golf Channel and G4. Donati's role expands beyond being responsible … [Read more...] about Comcast International Media Group ups Duccio Donati to Executive Vice President