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
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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
NAB Show to feature ‘India Entertainment’ super session
India's leading media and entertainment executives will discuss their country's rapid growth in the entertainment industry on April 16, during the NAB Show in Las Vegas. The super session, titled "Tune-in to India's Entertainment Economy - From Emerging to Surging," will be led by Farokh Balsara, the National President of the Indo-America Chamber of Commerce (IACC) and industry veteran. The session will focus on the state of India's entertainment economy, including a discussion of the issues, … [Read more...] about NAB Show to feature ‘India Entertainment’ super session
