RX France (formerly Reed MIDEM) today announced that Banijay CEO Marco Bassetti will give a keynote address at MIPCOM CANNES (17-20 October). As CEO of the world’s largest independent content producer and distributor, Bassetti oversees a burgeoning operation spanning 22 territories, over 120 production entities and a catalogue that includes Survivor, Peaky Blinders, Big Brother and MasterChef, as well as upcoming break-through titles Rogue … [Read more...] about Banijay Group CEO, Marco Bassetti to deliver keynote at MIPCOM Cannes
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Banijay unveils new identity and portfolio
Banijay has lifted the lid on its latest re-brand following the successful completion of its landmark acquisition of Endemol Shine Group. As the ink settles on the deal, the global content production and distribution leader confirms a new and contemporary brand identity in line with its recently-elevated portfolio. Confirming the new group and its operations will be entitled “Banijay”, the business is rolling out new logos, an iconic B, a fresh colour palette, and an overhauled website, … [Read more...] about Banijay unveils new identity and portfolio
Banijay signs with Stephen David Entertainment
Paris – Continuing its growth strategy in the English speaking content market, Marco Bassetti, CEO of the Banijay Group, an independent content creator, producer and distributor of globally recognised television series and multimedia entertainment, announced that it has signed a deal with award-winning U.S.-based production company Stephen David Entertainment (SDE). The agreement sees Banijay Group take a controlling interest in the production company to enrich Banijay’s catalogue … [Read more...] about Banijay signs with Stephen David Entertainment
Banijay International appoints Managing Director
London – UK based distributor Banijay International has appointed Emmanuelle Namiech as its new Managing Director, it was announced by Banijay Group CEO Marco Bassetti. As Managing Director, Namiech will build on Banijay International’s position as a force in the global formats market and deliver strength and experience in finished programming acquisitions and sales, in line with the distributor’s strategic goal to grow its library of English-language content. Recent … [Read more...] about Banijay International appoints Managing Director
Banijay names French CEO
Francois de Brugada De Brugada, who has been with Banijay since its launch in 2008, will oversee the firm’s three French producers, Air Productions, Banijay Productions France and H2O, as well as co-venture Canal Sat channel Non-Stop People and all future efforts in the territory. He was previously executive VP, content and COO at the wider Banijay Group. “We have consolidated our position in multiple territories and France is now a very important part of our business that we … [Read more...] about Banijay names French CEO
David Goldberg to launch Banijay Studios North America
Cannes – Banijay Group is partnering with former Endemol North America head David Goldberg to launch Banijay Studios North America, a new entertainment company based in Los Angeles to develop original content across multiple genres for the North American market. Goldberg will serve as CEO, Banijay Studios North America; and as Banijay Group President, where he will oversee the Group's further expansion into English language territories and Latin America. Goldberg will be based in Los … [Read more...] about David Goldberg to launch Banijay Studios North America