The Royal Television Society (RTS) is launching a unique online course that will help to plug the TV skills gap and fast track careers. Launching later this month (September), the RTS Mini MBA, a first in the industry, is aimed at media professionals who are focused on broadening their skillset and progressing their careers, as well as those in adjacent sectors who are seeking a thorough grounding in television and streaming media. The new initiative, that is CPD accredited, follows a DCMS … [Read more...] about RTS launches pioneering Mini MBA to supercharge understanding of TV and Streaming
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All3Media International uncloaks new versions of global format phenomenon The Traitors
Leading independent distributor All3Media International has announced a new round of adaptations for IDTV’s global format phenomenon The Traitors. The Traitors will travel to Africa for the first time with Primedia Studios, media giant Primedia’s television content and distribution hub. Primedia Studios has acquired the rights to create a local version of the show for African audiences. Additionally, All3Media International has revealed a Romanian version has been commissioned by Pro … [Read more...] about All3Media International uncloaks new versions of global format phenomenon The Traitors
PlayBox Neo Celebrates 25 Years of Media Excellence – Showcasing Broadcast Innovations at IBC2024
Established leader of broadcast media playout, streaming and channel branding, PlayBox Neo is set to mark its 25th year anniversary at IBC2024, unveiling its range of smart media playout solutions. Attendees can expect to see the latest versions of Media Gateway, AirBox Neo-20, Capture Suite, Channel-in-a-Box and Cloud2TV in Amsterdam from 13 - 16 September at Stand 7.A17. Appealing to international media content owners and broadcasters navigating multi-platform, multimedia, multichannel … [Read more...] about PlayBox Neo Celebrates 25 Years of Media Excellence – Showcasing Broadcast Innovations at IBC2024
Keshet International launches MIPCOM 2024 slates with three addtional acquisitions
Keshet International (KI) has secured the international distribution rights to a further raft of content for its MIPCOM 2024 slate, including Keshet 12’s romcom Save the Date (Bekarov Etzli); TV JOJ’s sophisticated thriller Too Much Love; Netflix’s crime drama Rough Diamonds; Apple TV’s Echo 3; and BBC One’s crimefighting docuseries SAS: Catching the Criminals with Billy Billingham. Kelly Wright, KI’s MD of Distribution, says, “We’re thrilled to be supplementing our buzziest drama slate yet … [Read more...] about Keshet International launches MIPCOM 2024 slates with three addtional acquisitions
GRB Media Ranch Penetrates African Market with Factual Programming & Formats
Gary R. Benz, CEO of GRB Media Ranch has announced several format & factual program deals with African exhibitors, brokered by GRB Media Ranch sales executive, Liz Levenson. The first international format sale ever of GRB Studios’ long-running series, Untold Stories of the E.R. has been licensed, to Khelgejo for production in Africa. The 150+ episode docuseries has been licensed into 200+ countries over its 20-year life. Format Sales - Untold Stories of E.R., licensed to Khelgejo for … [Read more...] about GRB Media Ranch Penetrates African Market with Factual Programming & Formats
Dandelooo and Canal+ set to produce Max & Rabbit
Emmy Award-winning French animation production and distribution company Dandelooo has been commissioned to produce a new 2D animation series Max & Rabbit (Max & Lapin) for Canal+, France. The series for 3- to 5-year-olds features the dynamic duo Max and Rabbit as they accompany young viewers through daily situations. Using clever and effective tools Max & Rabbit deals with emotions, helps kids to listen, accept, verbalise and find charming fun solutions for every little problem … [Read more...] about Dandelooo and Canal+ set to produce Max & Rabbit