Despite a difficult 2020, with necessary live events globally having been stifled by the pandemic, the Asia TV Forum & Market 2020 (ATF) made a significant mark in the industry, providing an uncomplicated digital platform aimed to exclusively stimulate connections and networking, in addition to noteworthy learnings, as it closed the year on an encouraging note. Buyers’ Hunt Off the bat, the latest industry outlook (as of December 4, 2020) from buyers at ATF 2020 showed that the top 3 … [Read more...] about Rising Asia keeps the region prolific with diverse content
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First-timers among ATF Pitches winners
Winners of the Asia TV Forum & Market (ATF) Animation, Chinese and Formats Pitches were announced after a series of online Live pitches that took place virtually. For the pitch winners, clinching the top honours was a recognition of the hard work they have put in. Pang Mee Mee, a Singaporean whose entry won the Chinese scriptwriting category, shared that the win gave her a confidence boost. Pang was among the finalists who presented their ideas to the judging panels. The three panels, … [Read more...] about First-timers among ATF Pitches winners
The Asia TV Forum & Market and ScreenSingapore officially opens its virtual doors on 1 December
The Asia TV Forum & Market (ATF) and ScreenSingapore, which are part of the annual Singapore Media Festival (SMF) have officially kicked off today, 1 December 2020. Present at the ATF’s opening ceremony, which was broadcasted live from the MBS Hybrid Broadcast Studio in Singapore were Mr. Yeh Chien Ee, President of Reed Exhibitions in APAC, and Mr. S. Iswaran, Minister of Communications and Information Singapore who delivered the opening remarks. Mr. Yeh said, “This edition of the ATF will … [Read more...] about The Asia TV Forum & Market and ScreenSingapore officially opens its virtual doors on 1 December
Southeast Asian Film Financing Project Market 2020 finalists announced
ScreenSingapore has announced the finalists for the Southeast Asian Film Financing (SAFF) Project Market 2020. Ten projects from China, Malaysia, Myanmar, Netherlands, Philippines, Singapore, and Thailand were selected based on the project's co-production viabilities and the strength of the filmmaking team. This year's SAFF Project Market sees entries coming in from 14 countries and regions across Asia, Europe, and North America, including first-timers from Finland, France, and … [Read more...] about Southeast Asian Film Financing Project Market 2020 finalists announced
Asian storytelling, reimagined: New genres, fresh opportunities for Asian creators at the Singapore Media Festival 2020
The seventh edition of the Singapore Media Festival (SMF) returns in a hybrid format this year, presenting a refreshed lineup that will propel Asian stories to a global audience. The 11-day Festival will bring together the region’s best talents through a mix of physical and virtual programmes that showcase the sector’s ingenuity, creativity, and resilience and presents diverse experiences that reimagine Asian storytelling. Hosted by the Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA), SMF takes … [Read more...] about Asian storytelling, reimagined: New genres, fresh opportunities for Asian creators at the Singapore Media Festival 2020
ATF 2018 announces first batch of keynotes and speakers
SINGAPORE – The Asia TV Forum & Market (ATF) has announced the first batch of Keynotes to appear at the ATF Leaders’ Summit 2018 that will take place on 4 December 2018. Themed “The Next New”, the day promises to deliver forward-looking strategies and feature prominent players in the industry, with QYOU Media’s C-suites among the Keynot line-up. Yeow Hui Leng, Group Project Director of ATF and ScreenSingapore said: “As Asia’s leading media and entertainment content conference, … [Read more...] about ATF 2018 announces first batch of keynotes and speakers