CJ ENM America announced the appointment of Elsie Choi as the company's new Executive Vice President, Head of Scripted TV. Elsie Choi will be based in Los Angeles. The position begins immediately and will report directly to CJ ENM America's President, US Scripted, Angela Killoren. In her new role as Executive Vice President, Head of Scripted TV, Choi will continue CJ ENM America’s mission to further inclusive narratives globally, developing and producing original series. She will serve as the … [Read more...] about CJ ENM America Appoints Elsie Choi as EVP, Head of Scripted TV
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NBCUniversal and Viacom18’s JioCinema enter into an extensive, multi-year partnership
NBCUniversal (NBCU) and JioCinema, Viacom18’s streaming service, have entered into a multi-year partnership bringing thousands of hours of NBCU films and TV series to India. This partnership significantly bolsters JioCinema’s program offering and ensures that their viewers will be able to enjoy titles from NBCU’s world-renowned content portfolio. That portfolio is fueled by Comcast NBCUniversal’s powerhouse production entities and brands, which includes Universal Television, UCP, … [Read more...] about NBCUniversal and Viacom18’s JioCinema enter into an extensive, multi-year partnership
WildBrain promotes Josh Scherba to President and CEO
WildBrain Ltd., a global leader in kids’ and family entertainment, has promoted Josh Scherba to the role of President and Chief Executive Officer. Scherba has also been appointed to the Company’s Board of Directors. Under the Company’s succession plan, Scherba replaces Eric Ellenbogen who has stepped down as CEO and Vice Chair. Additionally, Jim Fielding, Chief Marketing and Brands Officer, has been appointed as Strategic Advisor to the CEO and Board of Directors. Don Wright, Chair of … [Read more...] about WildBrain promotes Josh Scherba to President and CEO
Ferly and Wild Child Animation attach leading comedians to ‘Butthole Biscuits’
Ferly, the international licensing and animation studio and Wild Child Animation, the Scottish animation studio, have signed comedians Larry Dean (Live at the Apollo (BBC2), Michael McIntyre's Big Show (BBC1), and Mock the Week), Erika Ehler, and Ed Night to join the writing team for new animated adult comedy series, Butthole Biscuits. The team will be headed up by Paul Alexander (My Hero, Red Dwarf). The animated series follows a bunch of broken and unwanted biscuits left behind at the bottom … [Read more...] about Ferly and Wild Child Animation attach leading comedians to ‘Butthole Biscuits’
The Co-Production Company partners with Ananey Studios to co-produce live-action teen series ‘Thalath’
The Co-Production Company, recently launched by former Dreamworks Senior Vice President Doug Schwalbe, has partnered with Israel based Ananey Studios to co-produce the new live-action teen series Thalath (40x30). The Co-Production Company will seek to secure financing and global distribution for all territories outside of Israel, where the series has been commissioned to air on Nickelodeon Israel, exclusively for Hot Cable Network. Schwalbe will also serve as executive producer. The series is … [Read more...] about The Co-Production Company partners with Ananey Studios to co-produce live-action teen series ‘Thalath’
NBCUniversal International Networks, Foxtel Group to launch exclusive DreamWorks Channel in Australia
In an Australian first, FOXTEL and NBCUniversal International Networks (NBCUIN), will officially launch DreamWorks – the 24-hour channel dedicated to kids and family entertainment – from July 1, offering FOXTEL customers access to the hugely popular content from one of the world’s most recognisable animation studios. The DreamWorks channel currently airs in 34 territories across Asia Pacific, Africa, Europe, and the Middle East. Following the success of FOXTEL’s DreamWorks pop-up channel in … [Read more...] about NBCUniversal International Networks, Foxtel Group to launch exclusive DreamWorks Channel in Australia
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