London – Endemol announced on July 29 that Digiturk Turkey has acquired Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown in a deal negotiated by Endemol Worldwide Distribution’s James Braham, Sales Director – Germany, CEE and Turkey. The deal includes all four seasons of this travel and food show for a total of 24 x 60’. Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown follows host Anthony Bourdain, world-renowned chef, bestselling author and multiple Emmy-winning television … [Read more...] about Digiturk Turkey acquires “Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown” series
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CNN launches Digital Leadership programme for its global partners
CNN is launching a new Digital Leadership programme that will provide journalists and executives from CNN's partners worldwide the very latest technological innovations in newsgathering and production. The inaugural Digital Leadership intake, starting on July 7, will see participants from countries including the Philippines, Taiwan, Vietnam, Brazil, Israel, Bahrain, France and Germany, immersed in CNN's digital experience and expertise so they can empower their organisations with more effective … [Read more...] about CNN launches Digital Leadership programme for its global partners
CNN to deliver live interactive multimedia coverage for World Cup 2014
CNN International is bringing its audiences a range of in-depth news, analysis and features – across TV, online and mobile – during the build-up to the 2014 World Cup, and throughout the tournament. The network’s coverage will include live programming from Brazil, feature programming from around the world, and online initiatives that will bring audiences up to the minute reaction and analysis from all corners of the globe. Live TV coverage from Brazil throughout tournament CNN … [Read more...] about CNN to deliver live interactive multimedia coverage for World Cup 2014
CNN International to expand live news programming
CNN International announced the addition of four hours a day of live news programming to its weekday schedule on May 23. The expanded commitment to live news is part of a number of programming changes at the leading international news network designed to further strengthen its offering for audiences around the world. The changes include a renewed focus on regional prime times, an increased role for the Asia Pacific region in the network’s newsgathering operation, and enhanced business … [Read more...] about CNN International to expand live news programming
CNN hires Owen Wyatt as Distribution Director
London – CNN International has hired Owen Wyatt as Distribution Director of Product, Content and Out of Home from YouTube Multi Channel Network Base79. In this newly-created international role, Wyatt will refine and refresh CNN International’s product offerings for affiliates and out of home platforms across broadcast and digital. A major focus will be on growing CNN’s international affiliate network of over 1,100 existing partners and developing the extensive consultancy, … [Read more...] about CNN hires Owen Wyatt as Distribution Director
Former NBC and CNN chiefs launch online SVOD service
Los Angeles – Jeff Gaspin, former chairman of NBC Universal Television, and Jon Klein, former president of CNN/U.S., are launching a new subscription-based online platform called TAPP, which will be home to scores of video networks built around personalities with super-fan followings. TAPP stands for “TV APP”. TAPP channels will feature the nation's top thought leaders in the fields of sports, politics, religion, relationships, entertainment, lifestyle, fashion, fitness and … [Read more...] about Former NBC and CNN chiefs launch online SVOD service
