Blogs tagged "Nickelodeon"
July 2019
CMC 2019: Report – Commissioner Conversations Channels
First, Changemaker Brandon Relph, opened up the event with a smile and youthful enthusiasm about his knowledge of Generation Z and his Yentrepreneurship - which stemmed from YouTube success with Minecraft videos, but now sees him advising companies as to heir relationship with Generation Z. Session: Industry veterans, those just starting out, or somewhere in between, gathered to hear what commissioners have to say. In an ever-evolving media landscape, we heard what’s new with Sony, Turner and Viacom, what they’re looking for and how best to approach them with the next big idea. Takeaway: Nickelodeon. “Everything we do is defined by the child”. Sony are looking into other platforms to build the audience around television screens. Projects (format and length) can…
CMC 2019: Report – Commissioner Conversations PSB
Before the PSB reps began we heard from Ruda Santos, the young Changemaker who discussed storytelling, why we do it and what young storytellers can bring to the table. We then began what was almost a shopping list from the broadcasters. Takeaway: The Young Audience Content fund has opened broadcasters up to take chances with content that they previously wouldn’t have risked. PSBs are commissioning as a result of the fund Each has their own wish list Detail: Simon Tomkins of CITV showed their reel including lots of commissioned animated content due to be broadcast in the autumn. His wish list for commission mainly included live action, including scripted comedy or drama series, a game show and live action make…
July 2018
CMC 2018: Report – Commissioner Conversations: PSBs
This session aims to demystify the Public Service Broadcasting Commissioner’s process. Takeaway: • Commissioners are optimistic about the coming year, as there is such a variety of great kids’ content. • Research is key when pitching to commissioners. Detail: Alison Bakunowich, SVP and General Manager of Nickelodeon UK and Ireland, NEE and Milkshake was first to speak, commenting on the enthusiasm for new writers across the channels that she manages. Alison noted that as they have the facilities to provide writer’s rooms, they are a great place for new talent, and they open their doors to upcoming creatives. On the changing media landscape, Alison said that they are embracing YouTube, and creating content for the platform, such as Bedtime Stories…
July 2017
CMC 2017: Report – Meet the Commissioners: Channels
Nico Franks of C21 Media, introduced executives from the digital children’s channels Nickelodeon, Baby TV, Disney and Turner. Takeaway: Nickelodeon says: "Approach a pitch as a partnership, not as a boss/employee relationship." Baby TV addresses parents first. Disney is open to pitches from every talented individual. Turner is open all year round for submissions Detail: Nickelodeon Alison Bakunowich, General Manager of UK and Ireland, and Nina Hahn, Senior VP of Nickelodeon, were first to set out their stall. Nickelodeon is currently the number one satellite kids network, and boasts coverage of kids in nappies to skinny jeans, with pre-school being their biggest viewing category. Nickelodeon (and Channel 5’s Milkshake) owners Viacom consider the Nickelodeon Network to be very grounded, whilst reflecting…
July 2016
CMC 2016: Report – Commissioner Conversations: Commercial Networks
The three big commercial kids' broadcasters, Disney, Turner and Nickelodeon, talked to Stewart Clarke, Editorial Director at TBI Takeaways: Tax breaks have had a huge impact on UK production Disney, Turner and Nickelodeon are open to submissions from UK producers at any time Details: David Levine, VP Programming, Productions & Strategic Development, Disney Channels EMEA & GM Disney Channels UK & Ireland, and Louise Benham, Director of Programming, Disney Channels UK & Ireland introduced an exclusive concept music video titled 'Believe That' from a new locally produced Disney Channel series. ‘The Lodge’, which recently finished filming in Northern Ireland, was inspired by Disney’s original Israeli programming ‘North Star’. David was asked if it was set to be EMEA’s new ‘High School Musical’, which had a huge impact…
July 2012
CMC 2012: Meet the Commissiomners: Commmercial
Blogged by Tom Webb. Introduced By: David Jenkinson, Editor-in-chief & Managing Director, C21Media Speakers: Louise Bucknole, Programming Director, Disney Channels UK & Ireland. Beth Gardiner, VP Production & Development, Disney Junior, EMEA Anthony Lukom, VP and MD UK and Ireland, Turner Broadcasting Anthony Lukom's Presentation available for download Jamila Metran, Programme Manager CITV Jamila Metran's presentation available for download Tim Patterson, VP Scheduling, Nickelodeon UK After meeting the commissioners of the commercial arm of children’s television, it’s impossible not to feel excited about what the future holds. With bundles of energising new commissions and acquisitions, and some old faces including Winnie the Pooh and Teenage Mutant Hero Turtles, this high profile panel certainly had much to show off and…
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