Paris - FremantleMedia chief executive Tony Cohen will deliver a keynote address at MIPCOM 2009 on October 5. Cohen’s speech will launch MIPCOM’s new ‘Rethinking Production’ programme, which combines a series of conferences dedicated to production, matchmaking opportunities and product screenings. The FremantleMedia CEO will outline his vision for the future of television production and share his thoughts and experiences relating to the creative industries. … [Read more...] about FremantleMedia’s Tony Cohen to keynote at MIPCOM
Channel: Distribution
Zodiac Island goes international
Following a USA syndication launch in 2008, Zodiac Island is broadcast on more than 80 US TV stations, reaching over 80 million US households. To celebrate its USA success, Zodiac Island is now ready for international markets with the appointment of Gary Pudney, managing director of Typhoon Distribution, with their international headquarters based in Hong Kong. Produced by WeR1 World Network based in Hawaii; Zodiac Island is an all new educational & instructional formatted 13 x 22 minute … [Read more...] about Zodiac Island goes international
Ross Pollack confirmed as CEO Celestial Pictures
Hong Kong — Celestial Pictures today announced the appointment of Ross Pollack to the position of Chief Executive Officer, confirming a Television Asia Plus report mid-June 2009. The position has remained vacant since William Pfeiffer’s departure 9 March 2008 on the expiry of his contract. Pollack will focus on developing and implementing strategies that will create additional value for the Shaw Brothers film library, Celestial Pictures’ channel bouquet, as well as the production and … [Read more...] about Ross Pollack confirmed as CEO Celestial Pictures
Angel Orengo to succeed Pollack as SVP distribution at Sony Pictures Television
Hong Kong – Sony Pictures Television (SPT) announced today that Angel Orengo has been named senior vice president, distribution, Asia-Pacific. Relocating to SPT’s regional headquarters in Hong Kong, starting 1 August 2009, he will oversee SPT’s distribution efforts in all of Asia, plus Australia and New Zealand. Orengo reports to Keith Le Goy, SPT’s president, international distribution. “Angel has brilliantly led the expansion of SPT’s distribution business … [Read more...] about Angel Orengo to succeed Pollack as SVP distribution at Sony Pictures Television
FremantleMedia announces third season of Singapore Idol
London - FremantleMedia announced that Singapore Idol goes to air for its third season in August on MediaCorp TV Singapore. "FremantleMedia has taken the Idols programme to more than 40 countries around the world with great success, and we're delighted to be working with MediaCorp TV Singapore for the third time," says Patrick Schult, CEO of FremantleMedia Asia. … [Read more...] about FremantleMedia announces third season of Singapore Idol
FremantleMedia announces third season of Singapore Idol
London – FremantleMedia announced that Singapore Idol goes to air for its third season in August on MediaCorp TV Singapore. “FremantleMedia has taken the Idols programme to more than 40 countries around the world with great success, and we’re delighted to be working with MediaCorp TV Singapore for the third time,” says Patrick Schult, CEO of FremantleMedia Asia. … [Read more...] about FremantleMedia announces third season of Singapore Idol