Hud Woodle, Executive Vice President, International Sales, and Operations of GRB Studios announced a variety of global sales deals and also ambitious acquisition plans for the upcoming MIPTV market in Cannes. Deals closed include: Europe – U.K. Auction Kings: Atlanta-based reality program goes to Romania via AETN UK The Bay: Emmy®-winning drama series travels to Slovenia, S1-6 to be broadcast by Planet TV d.o.o On The Case with Paula Zahn: true-crime investigation program in … [Read more...] about GRB Studios announces global deals with Foxtel Australia, Discovery New Zealand and more
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Beyond Rights names new Head of Sales and appoints a new VP
Beyond Rights announced that Sarah Bickley has been promoted to head of sales and will step into the new role on 1st April, to lead the team at MIPTV. In addition, Joanna Rowley, who has acted as a part-time consultant for the past three months, will be joining the business on a permanent basis from 1st May as VP sales for the UK, Nordics, and Italy. Sarah Bickley initially joined the Beyond Rights team in November last year as SVP sales, responsible for both the Nordics region and for the … [Read more...] about Beyond Rights names new Head of Sales and appoints a new VP
StarHub first in Southeast Asia to spark customers’ interest with Curiosity Stream
Etching a market-leading deal today, StarHub took its place as the first entertainment service provider in Southeast Asia to offer its customers access to Curiosity’s streaming service, Curiosity Stream. Featuring thousands of original and curated documentaries appealing to nature lovers, history buffs, and tech enthusiasts alike, Curiosity Stream will be made available to all customers with an Entertainment+ Pass at no extra cost (Usual price: US$9.99 or S$13.58 per month), in glorious 4K UHD. … [Read more...] about StarHub first in Southeast Asia to spark customers’ interest with Curiosity Stream
Bavaria Fiction Documentaries: Emanuel Rotstein appointed to head up new production unit
In addition to its core business of fictional production, Bavaria Fiction is now also active in the field of documentaries. Following his appointment on 15 March 2022, Emanuel Rotstein, Head of Documentaries, is responsible for setting up the non-fiction production unit at Bavaria Fiction and is in the process of putting together a development team. Emanuel Rotstein will report to Marcus Ammon, Managing Director Content. Marcus Ammon, Managing Director Content, Bavaria Fiction: “The demand for … [Read more...] about Bavaria Fiction Documentaries: Emanuel Rotstein appointed to head up new production unit
Genius Brands launches its first Kartoon Channel! in the Asia Pacific
Following the recent announcement of the first international launch of Kartoon Channel! in the Middle East, North Africa and across Latin America, Genius Brands International, Inc. (NASDAQ: GNUS) announced the further expansion of the Kartoon Channel! brand in the Asia Pacific region with the launch of the channel on Samsung TV Plus in Australia starting March 23. Spearheaded by Managing Director of Kartoon Channel! Worldwide Paul Robinson, who previously served as Managing Director of Walt … [Read more...] about Genius Brands launches its first Kartoon Channel! in the Asia Pacific
8,000 talents join FILMART Online and EntertainmentPulse
Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), FILMART Online and the first edition of EntertainmentPulse both received an enthusiastic response. The four-day virtual events brought together around 8,000 industry talents from 81 countries and regions. 749 exhibitors showcased over 2,400 new film and TV productions at the event, the majority being feature films, TV dramas and animations. FILMART Online also arranged business matchings for exhibitors and potential buyers, promoting … [Read more...] about 8,000 talents join FILMART Online and EntertainmentPulse