New Delhi, India – India’s Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has released an order which forced Fashion TV (India) to cease all television broadcast for ten days. The order was released after telecasts of programmes – which include Chantellie Lingerie, Paris and Designers in high definition, were reported for crimes of indecency; obscenity and vulgar exposure; as well as, unsuitability for children and public exhibition. As a result of the order, Fashion TV has … [Read more...] about Indian government shuts down Fashion TV
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Tangled Bank Studios’ Michael Rosenfeld to keynote at MIPDoc
Paris – Award-winning science documentary-maker Michael Rosenfeld, Head of Television and Film at the brand new Tangled Bank Studios, will give a keynote address at MIPDoc on Saturday, April 6. The leading international screening & conference event for documentary and factual programming, MIPDoc will be held in Cannes from April 6-7, ahead of MIPTV. In his MIPDoc address, entitled “Reinventing Science Television”, Rosenfeld will discuss how the new production company is … [Read more...] about Tangled Bank Studios’ Michael Rosenfeld to keynote at MIPDoc
TV Hack makes a comeback at MIPCube
Paris – The MIPCube TV Hack will bring developers and designers together with content industry leaders to create the next generation of engaging video apps. The TV Hack aims to break the mould in the video content space at MIPTV to be held in Cannes, France, from April 8-11. The event is designed to inspire developers to create a prototype — or "hack" — of something that enhances the video content experience for users and provides new business ideas to the TV industry. This … [Read more...] about TV Hack makes a comeback at MIPCube
Virginie Calmels resigns from Endemol
Paris, Amsterdam – Virginie Calmels has resigned from her positions as COO of Endemol Group and CEO of Endemol France, and will leave the company shortly. Calmels joined Endemol in September 2003 and successively held the positions of Managing Director, then CEO of Endemol France, before being promoted to COO of Endemol Group. Just Spee, CEO of Endemol, said: "Virginie did a great job in the different roles she held within the group and I wish her the very best for her future.” "I … [Read more...] about Virginie Calmels resigns from Endemol
Endemol President Tim Hincks to keynote at MIPTV
Paris – Tim Hincks, President of Endemol, will deliver a keynote speech on April 8, 2013, as part of MIPTV's Media Mastermind Keynote Series. In his MIPTV address, Hincks will discuss how creativity is affected by the changes taking place in the industry today. Appointed as President of Endemol in May last year, Hincks is responsible for the creation and commercial exploitation of content across the company's worldwide network in 31 territories. The company has produced popular … [Read more...] about Endemol President Tim Hincks to keynote at MIPTV
MIPFormats International Pitch 2013 call for entries now open
Paris – Organiser of MIPTV and MIPFormats, Reed MIDEM and Warner Bros. International Television Production (WBITVP) have announced the renewal of their partnership. For the second year, the U.S. studio will be the exclusive sponsor of the MIPFormats International Pitch competition. Call for entries for the 2013 edition is now open until February 4, 2013. The 4th annual MIPFormats event will take place in Cannes, April 6-7, prior to MIPTV's … [Read more...] about MIPFormats International Pitch 2013 call for entries now open
