Cannes/Abu Dhabi – twofour54 and the Abu Dhabi Film Commission have launched the region’s first incentive scheme aimed at making Abu Dhabi the first choice for international and regional producers needing location, production and post-production services. The scheme will be operational from September 1st. An incentive in the form of a rebate of up to 30percent of qualifying spend in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi will be available for feature films, TV, documentary, advertising and music … [Read more...] about Incentive scheme to set Abu Dhabi as ‘go to’ destination for international production
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Michele Schofield and Hazel Yap step up at AETN
Singapore – AETN All Asia Networks has promoted Michele Schofield to Senior Vice President of Programming & Marketing, and Hazel Yap to Director of Marketing Communications. Schofield, previously the Vice President of Programming and Production for AETN All Asia Networks, adds marketing communications to her existing portfolio, which includes programming and original production. She continues to report to Louis Boswell, General Manager of AETN All Asia Networks. In her new role as … [Read more...] about Michele Schofield and Hazel Yap step up at AETN
Expedition gone wrong
Singapore – HBO Asia and Infinite Studios have revealed the cast and crew for the co-production Dead Mine. The film will be directed and co-written by acclaimed British horror director Steven Sheil. Dead Mine also involves key creative talents such as in-house production designer Ian Bailie, director of photography John Radel ACS and artist Orlando Bassi. Dead Mine is an English-language horror film about a rich amateur treasure hunter and his expert group who are lured by the legend of … [Read more...] about Expedition gone wrong
Paula Askanas assumes EVP role at SPT
Culver City, CA – Paula Askanas has been promoted to executive vice president of communications for Sony Pictures Television (SPT), from her previous position of senior vice president of media relations. In this new role, Askanas oversees business and trade press and internal communication for the television company worldwide. Reporting to Steve Mosko, president, SPT, she will work specifically on behalf of the businesses and executive teams for production, channels and distribution in the … [Read more...] about Paula Askanas assumes EVP role at SPT
Metan Development Group and Sino Thinker partner up for live event production in China
Beijing – Metan Development Group and Sino Thinker International Culture Communication Co. Ltd. have entered a long-term strategic partnership to produce live entertainment, cultural, fashion and sporting events in China. The LXD (The Legion of Extraordinary Dancers) by film producer John Chu marks the first successful joint project produced by the companies. The LXD debuted in China on June 24 at Master Center, Beijing, as part of the Mini Live 2011 New Products Launch. Launched in 2009, … [Read more...] about Metan Development Group and Sino Thinker partner up for live event production in China
Exclusive: Love and money in China
Cannes – Televisa has announced its production For Love or for Money has been greenlit and will screen in China this year. The 30 episode drama, developed by the same team that created Ugly Betty, is currently in the adaptation stage in Beijing and is expected to debut in September. Arturo Cortina, Televisa’s advisor for Asian Countries told TV ASIA Plus at MIPTV that this series is just one of many they have planned for this year: “We’re focusing on enlarging the … [Read more...] about Exclusive: Love and money in China