Shine Australia has appointed Rory Callaghan to the newly created role of Executive Director. Callaghan, who previously held the title of Chief Executive Officer at Southern Star, will commence his position later this year. Reporting to President Shine Network & CEO Shine Australia - Mark Fennessy and Managing Director – Matt Campbell, he will be responsible for the growing catalogue of all Shine Group formats in Australia and New Zealand, in addition to those of Zodiak and Talpa where … [Read more...] about Rory Callaghan emerges at Shine Australia
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A family that Voices over together
After a seven year absence, heavy metal legend Ozzy Osbourne and his family are starring in a new TV series – this time, lending their voices to stop-motion animated versions of themselves in a new comedy sitcom The F’n Osbournes. Canada’s Cuppa Coffee Studios is producing the series, with twenty episodes planned. The Toronto-based animation house looks to secure financing sales for the series at MIPTV. Jack Osbourne, who will also executive produce the show alongside his … [Read more...] about A family that Voices over together
BIG CBS appoints new National Sales Head
Mumbai – BIG CBS Networks has appointed Yashraj Rao as the National Sales Head for its channels – BIG CBS Love and BIG CBS Spark. In his new role, Rao will be responsible for growing sales and leading the team across the country, to grow client base and revenues for these channels. In his current profile, he will report to Vishal Rally, Business Head – BIG CBS Networks. With almost nine years of sales experience across industries, Rao began his career with Monster.com, … [Read more...] about BIG CBS appoints new National Sales Head
Rewarding entrepreneurial spirit
Singapore – Four of Asia’s top entrepreneurs will be honoured at the Channel NewsAsia’s Luminary Awards tonight. The awards mark the channel’s drive to raise the value of enterprise in Asia through its programming content and reach. The award recipients have blazed the trail in achieving business excellence in their fields. They have made a distinct mark in exhibiting innovation in business ideas, leading the way in green business practices and fostering the … [Read more...] about Rewarding entrepreneurial spirit
Ed Palluth takes on EVP role at AMC/Sundance
New York – AMC/Sundance Channel Global announced today the promotion of Ed Palluth to executive vice president, global distribution. He was formerly senior vice president, global distribution for AMC/Sundance Channel Global. Palluth will continue to handle distribution for AMC Networks’ international properties including Sundance Channel and WE tv, and will continue to report to Bruce Tuchman, President, AMC/Sundance Channel Global. Palluth has over 25 years of experience … [Read more...] about Ed Palluth takes on EVP role at AMC/Sundance
FME partners Pukeko
FremantleMedia Enterprises (FME) has announced a major first look deal with Pukeko Pictures, the affiliate television company of Richard Taylor’s Weta Workshop. The partnership will see the two companies working together on new scripted television series. This upcoming project will benefit from the expertise from within the New Zealand entertainment sector, in particular the Weta Workshop facilities and the world-renowned talents of the Wellington film and television production industry. … [Read more...] about FME partners Pukeko