Hong Kong – Vishnu Athreya has been named Vice President, Programme Scheduling for Cartoon Network and Boomerang, it was announced on June 23 by Rob Sorcher, Chief Content Officer for Cartoon Network in the U.S. In this position, Athreya will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day scheduling and strategic positioning of programming content for Cartoon Network, Boomerang and branded non-linear programme platforms. Vishnu Athreya He will serve as departmental lead for long-range … [Read more...] about Cartoon Network appoints new VP of Programme Scheduling
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Cartoon Network greenlights two more seasons for “The Amazing World of Gumball”
Hong Kong – Cartoon Network announced on June 2 the greenlight on production for a fourth and fifth season of global hit animated series, The Amazing World of Gumball further building on the channel’s hugely successful comedy slate. Produced in the UK, the family-centric sitcom now airs on Turner channels in 126 countries and has become a global hit since launch in late 2010. Cartoon Network EMEA has commissioned 40 x 22’ episodes for seasons four and five of the … [Read more...] about Cartoon Network greenlights two more seasons for “The Amazing World of Gumball”
Turner AP expands Phil Nelson’s role
Hong Kong – Turner International Asia Pacific announced on May 12 that Phil Nelson has been appointed Senior Vice President and Managing Director, Southeast Asia Pacific and North Asia. Phil Nelson Previously responsible for strategic planning and North Asia, Nelson now has operational oversight for the commercial functions of Turner’s business in Southeast Asia Pacific in addition to Japan and Korea. Reporting to him from these three regional areas are Tom Perry, Ron … [Read more...] about Turner AP expands Phil Nelson’s role
Turner appoints new GE Head for Asia Pacific
Hong Kong – Turner International Asia Pacific announced on April 22 the appointment of Marianne Lee as Vice President – Content, General Entertainment, effective May 2. In this role, she will define and execute content and channel strategy for Turner Broadcasting System Asia Pacific general entertainment brands. Her focus will include WarnerTV and two special interest brands, TCM Turner Classic Movies and truTV. Marianne Lee WarnerTV is a recent addition to Turner’s Asia … [Read more...] about Turner appoints new GE Head for Asia Pacific
WarnerTV joins Turner’s Asian portfolio
Hong Kong – Turner Broadcasting System Asia Pacific announced on April 16 that it will assume full operational responsibility for WarnerTV including its programming, distribution, advertising sales and marketing. The pan-Asian channel offers viewers exclusive new series, returning U.S. hits and blockbusters from the stable of Warner Bros. Entertainment content. Ricky Ow, President of Turner International Asia Pacific, said: “This announcement makes a bold statement, and demonstrates … [Read more...] about WarnerTV joins Turner’s Asian portfolio
Turner picks up new “Mr Bean Animated Series”
Hong Kong – Endemol announced on March 13 that Turner Broadcasting System International has acquired the all-new second series of Mr Bean Animated Series for their services throughout Asia Pacific, Latin America, the Middle East and several European markets including the United Kingdom, Turkey, Spain and Italy. This deal comes off the back of the announcement that the series has been pre-sold to CITV in the UK and Super RTL in Germany. Mr Bean Animated Series Mark Eyers, Chief … [Read more...] about Turner picks up new “Mr Bean Animated Series”
