Laurence Herszberg, founder and general director of Series Mania, and Francesco Capurro, Director of Series Mania Forum, has announced the recipient for its Fourth Annual “Woman in Series Award.” This award is given to a remarkable woman from the audiovisual industry to honor her vision and leadership. The recipient this year is Francesca Orsi, EVP, HBO Programming, Head of HBO Drama Series and Films. Ms. Orsi will be presented with her award on March 20. In addition, Francesca Orsi will also … [Read more...] about Series Mania announces Francesca Orsi as recipient of its Fourth Annual “Women In Series Award”
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Vizrt names ComLine latest European distributor
Vizrt, the leader in real-time graphics and live production solutions for content creators, today announces that ComLine, a German based, cutting-edge AV and IT (Information Technology) focused distributor, has joined the company’s growing list of channel partners. Entering the video everywhere era With the convergence of the proAV and broadcast sectors, more media companies, organizations, and creatives are looking for tools that will sharpen and expand their video content creation … [Read more...] about Vizrt names ComLine latest European distributor
Pixotope Pocket now commercially available
Pixotope, the leading software platform for end-to-end real-time virtual production solutions, today announced the full public availability of its mobile app, Pixotope Pocket. Initially introduced as an exclusive offering for Pixotope Education Program partners, Pixotope Pocket democratises the creation of immersive content by providing easy, unfettered access to augmented reality (AR) and virtual studio (VS) tools and workflows. Users only need a smartphone running iOS, a PC with Windows … [Read more...] about Pixotope Pocket now commercially available
VITEC launches the MGW Diamond-H Compact 4K HDMI Encoder
VITEC, a market-leading provider of IPTV, video streaming and digital signage solutions, is launching the MGW Diamond-H 4K HDMI encoder to further enhance its broad portfolio of HEVC encode and decode products. “VITEC is proud to introduce the MGW Diamond-H, a powerful compact 4K HDMI Encoder demonstrating our commitment to innovation and meeting the evolving needs of our customers,” says Richard Bernard, Head of Product Management, at VITEC. “With its impressive encoding capabilities, … [Read more...] about VITEC launches the MGW Diamond-H Compact 4K HDMI Encoder
Fremantle signs first look deal with Rachel Weisz and Polly Stokes’ Production Company, Astral Projection
Fremantle has secured a new first look and development deal with Astral Projection, the production company from Academy Award winning actress Rachel Weisz (The Constant Gardener, Disobedience, The Favourite) and British executive producer Polly Stokes (American Honey, Wild Rose, The Nest). The three-year deal will see Fremantle become the primary home for all of Astral Projection’s television and film projects, with the producer working closely with both Fremantle’s Global Drama division and … [Read more...] about Fremantle signs first look deal with Rachel Weisz and Polly Stokes’ Production Company, Astral Projection
Black Mandala picks up Radragon’s feature film The Whirlpool at EFM for international distribution
Radragon, the indie production company based in Slovenia, has announced that Black Mandala has picked up its award-winning English-language film The Whirlpool for distribution in a deal during EFM. The all rights deal covers the USA/Canada, UK/Ireland and German-speaking territories, with the deal brokered by World Vision Entertainment. Aimed at women aged between 16 and 35, the 95-minute psychological horror film takes inspiration from mystical Slavic tales and gruesome gothic rituals. The … [Read more...] about Black Mandala picks up Radragon’s feature film The Whirlpool at EFM for international distribution