Banijay Rights, the global distribution arm of content powerhouse Banijay Entertainment, has announcesd the appointment of Sarah Mottershead as VP, Middle East, Africa, Israel, Greece & Cyprus. Based in London, Mottershead will be responsible for executing Banijay Rights’ sales strategy across the Middle East, Africa, Israel, Greece & Cyprus. Mottershead was formerly VP, TV Series Sales at STUDIOCANAL TV, managing sales across Central & Eastern Europe, CIS, Africa and Asia. … [Read more...] about Banijay Rights Appoints Sarah Mottershead as VP for Middle East, Africa, Israel, Greece & Cyprus
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TelevisaUnivision partners with Anima Kitchent to broadcast Cleo & Cuquin
Independent European animation company Ánima Kitchent has teamed up with Mexico’s leading media company TelevisaUnivision to bring the highly successful preschool series Cleo & Cuquín to Mexican audiences. The collaboration will introduce young viewers to Seasons 1 and 2 of the show along with a collection of musical clips and the popular “Discover & Explore” episodes. Renowned for its family-friendly, adventure comedy content Cleo & Cuquín (78 x 7’) will air on … [Read more...] about TelevisaUnivision partners with Anima Kitchent to broadcast Cleo & Cuquin
GRB Media Ranch licenses multiple seasons of flagship series Untold Stories of the E.R. to +SBT Brazil
Sophie Ferron, President of GRB Media Ranch has announced the company has licensed 7 seasons of its flagship series Untold Stories of the E.R. to +SBT (SBT’s streaming platform) in Brazil. The program was also recently licensed as a Format to Khelgejo for production in Africa as GRB Media continues to expand the territorial and Format reach of this long-running popular program. GRB Media Ranch Acquisition & Sales Executive Liz Levenson will be attending MIPCancun to meet with the Latin … [Read more...] about GRB Media Ranch licenses multiple seasons of flagship series Untold Stories of the E.R. to +SBT Brazil
SBS Medianet Introduces Ikegami UHK-X700 4K Cameras
Korean cable television network SBS Medianet has expanded its production base with the purchase of Ikegami UHK-X700 cameras for live coverage of a major golf tournament. SBS Medianet has invested in a total of 32 UHK-X700 camera chains during 2024. The cameras were chosen for their high video quality and versatility including the ability to perform efficiently and effectively in outdoor live broadcasting conditions. Ikegami’s Korean distributor, Dong Hwa AV, negotiated the sales. Dong Hwa AV has … [Read more...] about SBS Medianet Introduces Ikegami UHK-X700 4K Cameras
BBC World Service in Kuala Lumpur to record The Arts Hour On Tour
The BBC World Service is bringing its flagship arts and culture programme The Arts Hour on Tour to Kuala Lumpur on Tuesday 26th November 2024, featuring live performances and interviews with leading creatives from the city and country. The programme will feature live performances and star guest interviews with leading Malaysian creatives who will join BBC presenter Nikki Bedi on stage, along with a live audience, to discuss the themes of cultural life in Kuala Lumpur and Malaysia right … [Read more...] about BBC World Service in Kuala Lumpur to record The Arts Hour On Tour
Tosin Igho’s Suspicion to be released as Prime Video Original on November 28
Nigerian director Tosin Igho’s upcoming feature Suspicion will be released worldwide as a Prime Video Original on the 28th November. The film is produced by Igho’s production studio Divergent Films. The film introduces the audience to Voke, portrayed by award-winning actor Stan Nze (RattleSnake: The Ahanna Story, Colourless, The Blind Date) – a man wielding ancient Juju powers who finds himself entangled in a web of vengeance after his goddaughter's murder. But unlike the clear-cut morality of … [Read more...] about Tosin Igho’s Suspicion to be released as Prime Video Original on November 28