New York – Viacom International Media Networks (VIMN) today announced the appointment of Michael D. Armstrong as Executive Vice President and General Manager, Revenue and Emerging Brands. In this role, he adds oversight of International Program Sales and Affiliate Sales to his role. With this expanded remit, Arran Tindall, SVP, Commercial and Content Distribution, will step up to lead International Affiliate Sales and Caroline Beaton, SVP, of International Program and Format Sales will now both … [Read more...] about Viacom announces new EVP and GM
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MIPCOM Carriage Deal Forum
Paris – MIPCOM's Carriage Deal Forum is the market place for streaming platforms, distribution of channels, and nonlinear services around the world. The third edition of the event expects 350 buyers to attend. This programme, designed to help foster carriage agreements between network operators, channels and OTT platforms, will take place during MIPCOM. Among carriers participating in the Forum are Beln Media, Canal+ Groupe, Freesat, OSN, Roku and Telefonica while channel operators … [Read more...] about MIPCOM Carriage Deal Forum
Viacom launches BET Play
Singapore– Viacom International Media Networks (VIMN) announced the launch of BET Play, Viacom’s first-ever direct-to-consumer, subscription video on demand (SVOD) application for the adult audience, giving fans in 100 countries direct mobile access to BET’s signature award shows, current and classic television series, documentaries, standup comedy, entertainment news and legendary musical performances. BET Play offers fans an opportunity to watch English-language BET content on their iOS and … [Read more...] about Viacom launches BET Play
Viacom brings PARAMOUNT Channel to 16 markets
APOS – Bali, Indonesia- Viacom International Media Networks (VIMN) Asia, a division of Viacom Inc. (NASDAQ: VIA, VIAB), has secured another distribution deal for PARAMOUNT Channel in Asia with Digicel Play, which will see the channel distributed in 16 territories across the Pacific Islands. Available in the Famili pack for Digicel Play subscribers, the high-definition 24-hour Hollywood movie channel will be distributed on Digicel’s Satellite and Digital Terrestrial across the Pacific … [Read more...] about Viacom brings PARAMOUNT Channel to 16 markets
Genre Update- Apr-May 2016
Parent brand: FOX Networks Group (FNG) Sub or sibling brands: FOX Movies Premium, FOX Family Movies, FOX Action Movies, STAR Movies, FX Ownership in Asia: FOX Networks Group (FNG) Senior executives for Asia: Andy Baek, Vice President - Programming, Hollywood Movie Channels Channel description: FOX Movies Premium is dedicated to providing first-run and exclusive content through an unmatched entertainment experience. From Hollywood blockbusters to all-time movie … [Read more...] about Genre Update- Apr-May 2016
Viacom appoints new VP
Beijing & Singapore– Viacom International Media Networks (VIMN) Asia announced that Pierre Cheung has been appointed Senior Vice President and General Manager of Viacom International Media Networks for Greater China, effective 24 September. In this position, Cheung will be based in Beijing, and reports directly to Mark Whitehead, VIMN Asia's Executive Vice President and Managing Director. He will oversee the management and operations of the Greater China office, across VIMN's brands … [Read more...] about Viacom appoints new VP