New Zealand’s TV3 and FOUR television shows are now available on more devices than ever before with MediaWorks launch of 3NOW on February 17. 3NOW is MediaWorks’ new video on demand service for mobile and tablet (iOS and Android) and on Samsung televisions. TV3’s online catch-up service has been rebranded as 3NOW. MediaWorks Director of Programming, Mark Caulton said: “We’re always looking for ways to enrich the viewing experience. We know our audience want to be … [Read more...] about MediaWorks launches 3NOW
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New Zealand’s MediaWorks in receivership
MediaWorks NZ, the broadcaster whose stable includes TV3 and Four, and radio stations including Radio Live, the Rock and MoreFM, was placed into receivership on June 17, 2013. Mediaworks NZ Limited funders have appointed Brendon Gibson and Michael Stiassny of KordaMentha – a financial advisory firm, to oversee the receivership of the company and its subsidiaries. Gibson and Stiassny both reassured customers of no further changes during the on-going process of the receivership. … [Read more...] about New Zealand’s MediaWorks in receivership
MediaWorks TV appoints Mark Caulton as Director of Programming
New Zealand’s MediaWorks TV has announced that it has appointed Mark Caulton as Director of Programming, responsible for commissioning, acquisitions and scheduling for television channels TV3 and FOUR. Caulton’s 18-year television career includes 15 years in the programming department at MediaWorks TV, most recently as Associate Director of Programming. He has been acting Director of Programming, overseeing a successful 2013 launch, and the premiere of the biggest programme in the … [Read more...] about MediaWorks TV appoints Mark Caulton as Director of Programming
Celestial Tiger Entertainment appoints Rupi Sagoo as Director, Content Sales and Distribution
Hong Kong – Celestial Tiger Entertainment (CTE) announced today the appointment of Rupi Sagoo as Director, Content Sales and Distribution for Japan and Korea. Sagoo, based out of CTE's Hong Kong office, will report to Wendy Reeds, Executive Vice President, Content Sales and Distribution. Sagoo will be responsible for driving the distribution of Lionsgate's television content as well as sales of Lionsgate's vast library of feature films which includes Summit Entertainment's film portfolio, … [Read more...] about Celestial Tiger Entertainment appoints Rupi Sagoo as Director, Content Sales and Distribution
Malaysia’s Media Prima announces key appointments
Petaling Jaya – Media Prima Berhad, Malaysia’s largest fully integrated media group, has announced three key appointments, which will take effect on March 1, 2013. Y.Bhg Datuk Kamal Khalid has been appointed Chief Operating Officer, Group Shared Services; Ahmad Izham Omar has been named Chief Executive Officer, Television Networks; while Shareen Ooi Bee Hong assumes the role of Group Chief Marketing Officer. Y.Bhg Datuk Kamal Khalid, Chief Operating Officer, Group Shared Services of … [Read more...] about Malaysia’s Media Prima announces key appointments
Chinese and Catalonian producers to co-produce animated kids series
Barcelona – The signing of a co-production agreement between Catalan producers TV3, Neptuno Films and Benecé Produccions with Chinese company AGOGO for the animated series The Story Isn't Over Yet (26x13'), marks a significant step for Catalonia's kids' content production sector. Managing Director of Neptuno Films, Cristina Brandner, believes the deal marks the beginning of an alliance that has huge potential. “Catalonian producers have a long and well-proven track record in … [Read more...] about Chinese and Catalonian producers to co-produce animated kids series
