London – Paul Robinson, Managing Director of KidsCo, has decided to leave the broadcaster to pursue other professional opportunities. Robinson founded KidsCo along with Sparrowhawk Media in 2005 and he has since spearheaded and driven the company’s international growth. KidsCo’s Board of Directors announced that Hendrik McDermott, a member of NBCUniversal International’s business development team, will serve as interim MD. KidsCo, a joint venture between NBCUniversal … [Read more...] about KidsCo’s founder takes his leave
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Singapore - Universal Networks International today shared statistics that revealed the types of content and programming Asian women want on television, during its High Heeled Warriors breakfast session at the National Museum of Singapore. The network, along with research partner, Synovate, surveyed women from Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia and the Philippines. The study presented insights into the pyschological motivations and lifestyles of these women. Some of these motivations include … [Read more...] about Girls on top
Universal Networks continues programming restructuring
Singapore – Karen Johnston, who was programming director at Universal Networks International, has left the network. David Gunson, who joined UNI as vice president of channels for South East Asia earlier this year, will be taking over her duties until further announcement. Gunson currently leads the optimisation of NBC Universal’s channel brands in the region – Universal Channel, Syfy Universal, DIVA Universal and 13th Street Universal – to drive overall growth. According … [Read more...] about Universal Networks continues programming restructuring
Universal Pictures plans DVD debut for ZhuZhu Pets
St Louis, Missouri / Universal City, California/ London - Cepia LLC has announced a worldwide television rights and home entertainment arrangement with Universal Pictures to release two feature-length, animated films based on the popular toy hamster ZhuZhu Pets. Quest for Zhu and Power of Zhu will debut exclusively on DVD in 2011 and 2012 respectively. With well over 62 million toy hamsters sold across more than 65 countries, the ZhuZhu Pets have achieved a loyal fanbase of … [Read more...] about Universal Pictures plans DVD debut for ZhuZhu Pets
NBC Universal appoints General Counsel, Asia Pacific Television Group
Singapore - Alec Skelton has been appointed to the role of general counsel, Asia Pacific at NBC Universal Television Group. The announcement was made by Raymund Miranda, managing director Asia Pacific, Universal Networks International and Satpal Brainch, president and managing director, CNBC Asia, to whom he will be jointly reporting. The new appointment is effective immediately. Skelton will play a key leadership role in managing and leading the legal team across both businesses as they … [Read more...] about NBC Universal appoints General Counsel, Asia Pacific Television Group
NBC Universal unveils multi-million revitalized global channel portfolio
MIPCOM/London - NBC Universal has unveiled five revitalized global channel brands delivering new original, first-run content targeted at local audiences around the globe. NBC Universal has made a multi-million dollar investment in the repositioned flagship portfolio of five brands, strategically aligned to reflect universal entertainment experiences. Each channel name and logo has been newly designed to build upon the parent company's Universal equity and heritage. Universal Channel is a … [Read more...] about NBC Universal unveils multi-million revitalized global channel portfolio