LONDON – Endemol announced the appointment of Steve Copestake as global head of marketing. Copestake joins Endemol from Disney– ABC–ESPN Television where he was senior vice president, international marketing. During his seven years at Disney he has led the marketing and research operation for the company’s TV distribution business, representing their most successful global brands including Lost, Desperate Housewives and Grey’s Anatomy. Copestake also played a … [Read more...] about Endemol appoints Global Head of Marketing
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The Walt Disney Company India announces first studio production for Southern
Mumbai - The Walt Disney Company in India officially announced its first locally developed studio project aimed specifically at Southern audiences, a yet to be named epic fantasy adventure, scheduled for release in January 2011. The film, which commenced production in November 2009, features a host of leading local talent. A fantasy adventure film set in the fictitious teardrop shaped land of Sangarashtra, the film explores the inseparable bond between man and the myths that remain relevant even … [Read more...] about The Walt Disney Company India announces first studio production for Southern
Disney announces online initiative in Korea with Nowcom
Hong Kong - Disney-ABC International Television (DAIT), Asia Pacific, and Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment (WDSHE) signed an agreement with one of Korea’s leading online content providers, Nowcom to make full-length Disney feature films available to their customers online. Under the agreement, customers have the opportunity to either rent or purchase from a vast array of current and library Disney movie titles. This agreement covers distribution of on-demand, full-length feature … [Read more...] about Disney announces online initiative in Korea with Nowcom
Disney High School Musical: China’ for summer 2010 release
Burbank/ Shanghai - The Walt Disney Company in China has announced the start of production on its third local co-production project in jtwo years, Disney High School Musical: China. Working with local partners Shanghai Media Group (SMG) and Huayi Brothers Media Corporation, the movie is planned for cinematic release in summer 2010. Under development for over a year, and created uniquely for Chinese audiences, Disney High School Musical: China is being filmed in Shanghai and features six new … [Read more...] about Disney High School Musical: China’ for summer 2010 release
Carolina Lightcap named President, Disney Channels Worldwide
Burbank - Carolina Lightcap has been promoted to president, Disney Channels Worldwide, it was announced by Anne Sweeney, co-chair, Disney Media Networks and president, Disney/ABC Television Group, to whom she will report. A highly-regarded executive with more than 20 years in the media/entertainment industry, Lightcap joined The Walt Disney Company in 2000 and most recently served in the dual roles of senior vice president, Programming and Creative Affairs, Disney Channels Latin America, and … [Read more...] about Carolina Lightcap named President, Disney Channels Worldwide
‘Disney High School Musical: China’ for summer 2010 release
Burbank/ Shanghai - The Walt Disney Company in China has announced the start of production on its third local co-production project in jtwo years, Disney High School Musical: China. Working with local partners Shanghai Media Group (SMG) and Huayi Brothers Media Corporation, the movie is planned for cinematic release in summer 2010. Under development for over a year, and created uniquely for Chinese audiences, Disney High School Musical: China is being filmed in Shanghai and features six new … [Read more...] about ‘Disney High School Musical: China’ for summer 2010 release
