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
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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
MediaCorp and NHK renew partnership on The Asian Pitch
Singapore – MediaCorp and NHK, Japan’s public broadcaster, announced that they are extending their partnership on The Asian Pitch competition for a further three years. The relationship between MediaCorp and NHK was started in 2007 to provide independent filmmakers across Asia funding to turn their ideas into world-class high-definition documentaries. … [Read more...] about MediaCorp and NHK renew partnership on The Asian Pitch
Still too early to comment – STAR
Hong Kong – Spokespeople at STAR Group in Hong Kong say it’s still too early to comment on continued speculation about a restructure within NewsCorp. It is understood that NewsCorp has been conducting an internal review of, not just STAR Group, but its entire operations in the region. A number of possibilities are believed to be being considered, including increased localization in certain markets, and some consolidation or integration with Fox International Channels within the … [Read more...] about Still too early to comment – STAR
MTV Networks International closes first-ever kids’ format series with CCTV
London/New York - MTV Networks International (MTVNI) announced that Tiao Zhan Xiao Yong Shi, the Chinese format adaptation of Nickelodeon's GUTS, will premiere on China Central Television (CCTV) during Summer 2009. The format deal is the first time a kids' format will air in the Chinese market. The new prime-time series will follow Nickelodeon's groundbreaking original hit formula with an hour-long action-sports game show. Each episode will allow kid contestants to live out some of their … [Read more...] about MTV Networks International closes first-ever kids’ format series with CCTV
Discovery Networks Asia-Pacific launches four channels on Taiwan Fixed Network’s New TV digital service
Taipei - Discovery Networks Asia-Pacific (DNAP) and Taiwan Fixed Network (TFN) announced the launch of a 24-hour Discovery HD channel in Taiwan along with Discovery Science, Discovery Home & Health, and Discovery Turbo as part of the New TV digital service. The Discovery Package, comprising the four channels is priced at NT$200 (US$6) per month. An HD package (comprising Discovery HD and other high-definition channels) is also available at the same price. … [Read more...] about Discovery Networks Asia-Pacific launches four channels on Taiwan Fixed Network’s New TV digital service