Global film and TV studio FIFTH SEASON has named Jennifer Ebell as the new head of its International Television Distribution business. She will step up to the position of EVP Television Distribution to lead the division from March 31st, 2025, at the same time as the departure of Prentiss Fraser, current President of Television Distribution. Currently EVP of EMEA Sales and Acquisitions, Ebell will take responsibility for managing FIFTH SEASON’s Television Distribution team, strategy, operations, … [Read more...] about FIFTH SEASON names Jennifer Ebell as next Distribution Head
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Reducing Costs in Large-Scale Live Streaming
by John Wastcoat, SVP, Business Development and Marketing, Zixi The adoption of IP technologies is enabling significant operational flexibility, agility, and reliable broadcast-quality distribution of live video content over the internet. Yet, how do media organizations efficiently manage the vast amounts of data required for video streaming while keeping costs under control? This is a common challenge among industry professionals. Many media companies focus solely on upfront expenses, often … [Read more...] about Reducing Costs in Large-Scale Live Streaming
Fremantle has acquired the global distribution rights for Atlantic Productions’ Earth: A Year In Orbit
Leading global creator, producer and distributor Fremantle has acquired the global distribution rights for Atlantic Productions’ innovative new documentary Earth: A Year in Orbit, narrated by English actor, Robert Lindsay. Using stunning satellite imagery and expert insights, this documentary uncovers the hidden truths behind 2024’s biggest headlines. This is the story of our year on earth. The UK title, 2024: The Year From Space will air on Channel 4 toward the end of the year. Through … [Read more...] about Fremantle has acquired the global distribution rights for Atlantic Productions’ Earth: A Year In Orbit
Fremantle, Abot Hameiri, IZZY, and YES partner to take Kugel global
Global producer and distributor, Fremantle, Israel’s international streaming service, IZZY, Abot Hameiri (a Fremantle company) and YES have announced a major partnership for the iconic new drama series, Kugel. The deal will see the highly anticipated spin-off of the award-winning series Shtisel launch on global streaming platform IZZY in early 2025, taking the series far and wide to loyal fans all over the world who have been eagerly awaiting the return of father and daughter, Nuchem (Sasson … [Read more...] about Fremantle, Abot Hameiri, IZZY, and YES partner to take Kugel global
Turbozaurs expands to Brunei and Myanmar
Turbozaurs animated series by Tale Wind Studio expands its presence in Southeast Asia. The studio is happy to announce distribution deals with Mi Media international distributor for free-to-air and streaming rights in Brunei for four seasons (104 x 7’) and with CANAL+ International that acquired the free-to-air and Pay TV rights for CANAL+ and its affiliated broadcasting channels in Myanmar for three seasons (78 x 7’). With its arrival on Mi Media and CANAL+, Turbozaurs aims to capture the … [Read more...] about Turbozaurs expands to Brunei and Myanmar
Mediaproxy receives Dolby approval
Mediaproxy, the global standard for software-based IP compliance solutions, has announced that it has been awarded formal approval by Dolby for the Dolby Digital Plus and Dolby AC-4 decoders. This highly significant development adds support for all Dolby's distribution codecs and the Dolby Atmos immersive audio format to the LogServer compliance monitoring software platform and Monwall multiviewer. Dolby is the leading developer of Next Generation Audio (NGA) technologies for cinema, … [Read more...] about Mediaproxy receives Dolby approval