Tokyo– Ryoichi Ueda yesterday assumed the post of president of NHK (Japan Broadcasting Corporation), taking over from Katsuto Momii, who completed his three-year term the previous day. “As president, I will devote constant attention to the fair and efficient management of public broadcasting; am firmly resolved to protect autonomy and independence and furnish public broadcasts which all of our viewers and listeners will trust”, Ueda told a press conference at NHK’s headquarters. … [Read more...] about New NHK President assumes post
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MIPTV: Treasure Box Japan to be showcased at MIPTV
In a cooperative effort, eight major Japanese broadcasters are set to release brand new, original TV formats on April 6 at the upcoming MIPTV in Cannes, France. The joint project Treasure Box Japan will showcase Japanese formats at MIPFormats, to be held prior to the opening of MIPTV. Under the title “Treasure Box Japan: World Premiere — Brand New Formats!” the pitches will be followed by a snack lunch and networking. For decades, Japan’s unique creativity and … [Read more...] about MIPTV: Treasure Box Japan to be showcased at MIPTV
New NHK President appointed
Tokyo - The Board of Governors of NHK (Japan Broadcasting Corporation) has made the decision to appoint Katsuto Momii as NHK’s new president. Katsuto Momii is currently Senior Corporate Advisor of Nihon Unisys, Ltd. The tenure of the new president will start from January 25th 2014. The current president, Masayuki Matsumoto will retire from his post on January 24th, when his 3-year term expires. … [Read more...] about New NHK President appointed
Independent directors receive boost
Singapore – MediaCorp, Japan Broadcasting Corporation (NHK) and Korea Broadcasting system (KBS) have selected the top three projects to commission, at this year’s Asian Pitch initiative. The three winning titles are Shepherds of Paradise by Raja Shabir Khan (India), The Bridle of Horse Fighter by Park Hwan-Sung (South Korea) and The Wild Buffalo Hunters by Mohammed Redhaudeen Bin Hassan (Malaysia). All three will receive full funding for their documentary production. The completed … [Read more...] about Independent directors receive boost
NHK names new Vice President
Tokyo - NHK Japan Broadcasting Corporation's president, Masayuki Matsumoto has named Naoji Ono as vice president. Returning to NHK after almost four years in an affiliated company, Ono said, "NHK is about to draw up its next Corporate Plan, and we must undertake further reform. I would like to make the most of my experience in the business arm and support president Matsumoto as we take on this challenging task." Ono, 63, joined NHK in 1971 as a programme director after graduating from Tokyo … [Read more...] about NHK names new Vice President
