Paris- MIPTV announced that showcases by Fullscreen and content creation studio Vice Media will round up the line-up for the third edition of MIPDigital Fronts. Now in its third year, MIPDigital Fronts is the only international screenings showcase for MCNs, digital studios and online publishers. It was launched in 2014 as the content industry’s first global distribution and acquisition market for high-quality, original online productions and web series, thereby bridging the gap between the … [Read more...] about Fullscreen and Vice at MIPDigital Fronts
Endemol Beyond
Endemol makes appointment
Global content creator, producer and distributor Endemol Shine Group announced the appointment of Wim Ponnet as Group Director of Strategy & Commercial Development. Wim joins Endemol Shine Group from Yahoo EMEA where he has been Senior Director, Strategy & Operations since 2011, responsible for driving the company’s strategic planning and business development across the region. This has included identifying and pursuing opportunities for M&A, commercial partnerships and … [Read more...] about Endemol makes appointment
Will Keenan leaves Endemol
Will Keenan has stepped down as president of Endemol Beyond USA, leaving Endemol Shine North America to appoint an interim for its digital arm. Adrian Sexton, Endemol Beyond USA’s chief operating officer, will temporarily replace former Maker Studios exec Keenan, who was brought in to launch the division two years ago. Keenan said he was “extremely proud to have spearheaded” the creation of Endemol Beyond and added that he would reveal his “next adventure” soon. … [Read more...] about Will Keenan leaves Endemol
Endemol acquires controlling stake in ‘Simon’s Cat’
Endemol Shine UK announced that it has acquired a controlling share in animation company Simon’s Cat. The deal sees the digital video series become fully integrated into the Endemol Beyond premium channel and distribution network. In addition the two companies will look at further expansion for the property in areas including television, publishing, licensing and merchandising whilst exploring new platforms. Founded in 2008 by award-winning illustrator, animator and director Simon Tofield, … [Read more...] about Endemol acquires controlling stake in ‘Simon’s Cat’
Endemol appoints Global Managing Director
Global content creator, producer and distributor Endemol Shine Group announced the appointment of Georg Ramme as Global Managing Director of the company’s global digital video network, Endemol Beyond. Georg initially started up Endemol Beyond’s first-ever hub in Germany in 2012, which he continues to lead as Managing Director. The success of the German hub led to the international roll out of Endemol Beyond in November 2013, which Georg has helped to coordinate as Managing Director, … [Read more...] about Endemol appoints Global Managing Director
Endemol Beyond launches first MIPTV line-up
Endemol Shine Group announced the launch of Endemol Beyond’s first ever MIPTV line-up. The award winning Premium Content Network (PCN) which currently has 500 million monthly views will be bringing a slate of digital formats and finished programming to the market. Highlights will cover a range of genres including entertainment, comedy, reality, lifestyle, education and gaming, all available at MIPTV for the first time. Making its MIPTV debut is ICON - the global lifestyle channel … [Read more...] about Endemol Beyond launches first MIPTV line-up
