Singapore – The finalists for the 19th Asian Television Awards (ATA) were announced by organising publication Television Asia Plus. 239 nominees, across 38 categories, span 13 countries have made the cut to compete for glory at the 19th Annual Presentation of the region's most prestigious industry awards. The results were tabulated and audited by international auditing firm PricewaterhouseCoopers. Leading the pack, with multiple nominations across several categories, are Discovery Networks … [Read more...] about 19th Asian Television Awards Nominees unveiled
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Local Upsize on MediaCorp’s new Channel 5
The 5 Show Singapore – Come January 2015, viewers can expect a fresh “Local Upsize” line up on the new Channel 5 that will celebrate the Singapore identity and connect more closely with Singapore families than ever. A flagship MediaCorp free-to-air channel, Channel 5 aims to be the number one English channel of choice for all Singaporeans by increasing local content across genres. Viewers can expect more quality local productions, from drama, variety, comedy, current affairs to … [Read more...] about Local Upsize on MediaCorp’s new Channel 5
BBC Worldwide sold 500 hours of programmes
Singapore – BBC Worldwide announced the sale of 500 hours of programmes to key clients in Southeast Asia. The programmes, comprising primarily of drama titles, were signed with terrestrial platforms, Kompas TV in Indonesia, ntv7 in Malaysia, and MediaCorp in Singapore as well as digital terrestrial platform MONO29 and third-party content aggregator, STG Mediaplex, in Thailand. “Historically, our partners in the region are primarily interested in our natural history programmes from … [Read more...] about BBC Worldwide sold 500 hours of programmes
“The Food Detectives” renews on MediaCorp
Singapore – Do energy drinks and sports drinks really live up to their promises? What are the dangers behind sugar, oil, and celebrity diets? Or what makes snacks so incredibly addictive and irresistible to us all? Explore the hidden secrets and unearth the truths behind food in an all new season of The Food Detectives. activeTV, a production house, announced that a second season of The Food Detectives will premiere on 7 October, on MediaCorp Channel 5. Hosted by foodie and health guru … [Read more...] about “The Food Detectives” renews on MediaCorp
MediaCorp presents “live” forum with Singapore’s Prime Minister
Singapore – MediaCorp presents a forum with Singapore’s Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong to be telecast “live” on Channel 5 and Channel NewsAsia at the same time on September 4. Following from his recent National Day Rally 2014, the Prime Minister will address wide ranging questions from the public, including topics that affect everyday life such as jobs, retirement savings, education and public housing, as well as social issues relating to aspirations and the community. … [Read more...] about MediaCorp presents “live” forum with Singapore’s Prime Minister
MediaCorp appoints Jack Lim as Chief Commercial Officer
Singapore – MediaCorp named August 26 Jack Lim as Chief Commercial Officer, reporting to Shaun Seow, Chief Executive Officer. Jack Lim In this newly created role heading the company’s Commercial Division, Lim will oversee all commercial relationships and fulfilment, including advertising sales, go-to-market partnerships and creative services. He will develop a cohesive marketing strategy that integrates the company’s portfolio of diverse and innovative products across … [Read more...] about MediaCorp appoints Jack Lim as Chief Commercial Officer