Singapore- Singaporean audiences can soon look forward to more “Made in Singapore” content from as early as the third quarter of 2016. StarHub’s new wave of Public Service Broadcast (PSB) line-up boasts travelogues shot in the most exotic corners of the world, quirky kids’ infotainment shows and sports programmes that shine the spotlight on everyday athletes. For the first time ever, viewers who enjoy content on the go will also be able to indulge in highly engaging short-form content―each … [Read more...] about StarHub to release local content
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StarHub TV unveils its pioneer batch of PSB content
Singapore – StarHub will soon commence production of its pioneer batch of 10 Public Service Broadcast (PSB) proposals, set to hit local viewing screens as early as January 2015. This content will air on StarHub’s self-packaged channels E City (StarHub TV Channel 111/825) and SuperSports Arena (StarHub TV Channel 112/201 and 76.25MHz), and viewers can look forward to a wide array of quality, original content that pushes the envelope of creativity. As part of StarHub’s … [Read more...] about StarHub TV unveils its pioneer batch of PSB content
StarHub to commission S$6 million worth of local content
Singapore – StarHub TV is set to produce and commission up to S$6 million in Public Service Broadcast (PSB) content. This initiative is supported by Media Development Authority's (MDA) Public Service Broadcast Contestable Funds Scheme (PCFS) which was launched in July 2012. In a call for pitches at a briefing on November 11, 2013, the operator announced that the commissioned works will be broadcast from 2014. The aim of the PCFS is to extend the reach of PSB content to … [Read more...] about StarHub to commission S$6 million worth of local content
StarHub taps Public Service Broadcast funds
Singapore – Come 2014, Singaporeans can look forward to Public Service Broadcast (PSB) content of up to 100 hours on StarHub TV. This initiative is supported by Media Development Authority’s (MDA) Public Service Broadcast Contestable Funds Scheme (PCFS) which was launched in July 2012. The aim of the scheme is to extend the reach of PSB content to multiple broadcast platforms beyond Free-To-Air TV; and provide content producers with more opportunities to create quality and … [Read more...] about StarHub taps Public Service Broadcast funds
Singapore’s public service broadcast funding receives overhaul
Singapore’s MDA has re-launched the Public Service Content Scheme as the Public Service Broadcast (PSB) Contestable Funds Scheme. Content producers will have now more opportunities to create innovative PSB programmes for different commissioning broadcasters under the scheme. Funding is extended to local nationwide TV platforms, including local FTA and non-FTA TV platforms, to encourage the development of original PSB content that can be offered on multiple broadcast platforms (e.g. TV … [Read more...] about Singapore’s public service broadcast funding receives overhaul
