Singapore – Ying Group and WDR Mediagroup (WDRmg) are delighted to announce their collaboration to bring Europe’s award-winning children’s shows exclusively to the Southeast Asian and Korean markets. The partnership was initiated during MIPCOM 2016 and signed in July 2017. The exciting repertoire of shows includes Maus, Elefantastic, Trude’s Flatmate, The Little Mole, and Bobo. The shows are designed for preschoolers and kids to combine fun with learning through quirky mascot Maus and big … [Read more...] about Ying Group and WDR Mediagroup collaborates
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WDRmg secures rights for WildWoods
Cologne - WDR mediagroup (WDRmg) from Cologne has secured the international programme distribution rights for the new live action children’s series WildWoods by Belfast-based studio Sixteen South. The show, targeted at kids aged 4 to 7, will be filmed in summer 2017. It features puppets in beautiful outdoor locations and aims to encourage children to appreciate nature. The show has been acquired by RTÉ for Ireland and by ABC KIDS for Australia. WildWoods is an adventure puppet comedy series … [Read more...] about WDRmg secures rights for WildWoods
WDR mediagroup launches new series at MIPCOM
Cologne - WDR mediagroup (WDRmg) will be presenting a brand new series project at MIPCOM. Hayden's Dream is set in the glamorous world of fashion and is geared especially towards kids between 10 and 13 years of age. The Cologne-based company has taken on the global distribution of the high-quality live-action series, which is scheduled to be produced by Bryncoed Productions beginning next spring. The first season will feature 26 half-hour episodes. The main character, Hayden, is … [Read more...] about WDR mediagroup launches new series at MIPCOM
WDR mediagroup expands portfolio
Cologne – WDR mediagroup (WDRmg) has chosen a strategically important location for its stand at this year's MIPTV. For the first time ever, WDRmg is a partner of the German Pavilion – a central point of contact when it comes to the international distribution of German productions. Besides classics, such as The Maus and Elefantastic, the portfolio presented to international buyers includes new programmes aimed at children and young teenagers. Two WDR productions have recently been … [Read more...] about WDR mediagroup expands portfolio
WDR mediagroup appoints Stefanie Fischer as Head of Content
Cologne – In order to centrally manage the overall exploitation of its programme content as well as to develop the international sale and distribution of broadcasting rights of its children’s brands, with effect from 1 August WDR mediagroup (WDRmg) has strengthened its programme exploitation with Stefanie Fischer as Head of Content. Stefanie Fischer In this role, her area of responsibility includes expanding the offering to include new content as well as the orchestration of … [Read more...] about WDR mediagroup appoints Stefanie Fischer as Head of Content
