Timetable

Tuesday Workshop: Making it Happen with YouTube

Your guide to making YouTube and the YouTube Kids App work for you, this workshop will explore the inner workings of YT, look at how to get the best out of the analytics and how to get your voice out there, so that you too can connect directly with your audience. We will discover the latest YouTube features and trends and hear from YouTube insiders as well as those that have successfully used the platform to engage users and build their brands. Most importantly, the workshop will be centered around you. You will have an opportunity to work in groups around…

Tuesday Workshop: Make Something Happen

The issue of diversity is rightly at the top of everyone’s agenda. Questions we are all asking include: how do we harness the potential of a wider range of creative people to broaden what we make, who's included in what we show, how do we ensure proper and appropriate representation, and importantly... who makes it? If you want to make something happen for diversity - in any of its aspects - this is the workshop for you. Pioneering arts practitioner Stella Duffy (Fun Palaces) will use a unique methodology called the Open Space Technology to explore delegates' priorities for development and change…

Tuesday Workshop: Bible Class 2

Following the success of last year’s 'Bible Studies', in Part II - 'The New Testament' - a new panel of esteemed experts will be sharing their insight into how to produce and present a slick pitch.  Regardless of the medium, CHARACTER and CHARACTERISATION are the bedrocks of a story concept and, during the workshop, delegates will explore character as the key component of a perfect Pitch Bible. Tuesday Workshops are available to all registered delegates. All workshops run simultaneously, beginning at 1pm on Tuesday afternoon and last 4 hours. Tuesday 5 July 2016 £30 + VAT

Opening Keynote with Lemn Sissay MBE

Lemn Sissay will open the Making it Happen agenda at CMC in his inimitable style. The title of his talk is ‘Superman was a Foundling’ – in a wide sweep exploring childhood, and the outsider at the heart of popular culture, Lemn will reveal much about the role of divergence and difference in our lives. Keynote Producer Angela Ferreira on Lemn: For those who have never seen Lemn live, this is an unmissable opportunity to hear one of the leading poets of our generation speak with passion and clarity about some of the issues facing children today and what we can do to…

First Timers Reception / Crucible Bar Open

Come and join some ‘many timers’ as they answer the question: What has the CMC ever done for me? There will be free drinks and an opportunity to mingle with other first timers and veterans. Come prepared with burning questions to ask in smaller groups. The Crucible bar is also open for drinks before the Opening Keynote.

Millennium Gallery Reception

Drinks reception in the Millennium Gallery - across the square from the Crucible Theatre.

International Exchange PM Session

The afternoon begins with a networking lunch from 12.45pm, the table set-up is at 1.15pm, the Welcome Session is at 1.30pm, meetings run from 1.45-5pm.

International Exchange AM Session

The morning begins with table set-up at 9am, the Welcome Session is at 9.15am, meetings run from 9.30am-12.45pm and a networking lunch is provided from 12.45pm-2pm.

Playground Day 1

Our first interactive digital art exhibition for children features works from the cutting edge of interaction and play, featuring games, apps, toys, invention kits, physical products, VR, digital crafting and hands-on making. Visit www.cmcplayground.com for further information.

First Timers Meet Up

First Timers are invited to meet at the Registration Desk in the Workstation before walking up together to the First Timers Reception at the Crucible Theatre.

What the Vlog is This?

What is a Vlog?  Why should I care?  Who are the Vloggers?  Why is this even a thing?  Why are all of my audience watching them? Give us 60 minutes and we’ll tell all.  From the CBBC Official Chart Show team, led by our Vlogger, Millie Lloyd, this is a Top Ten countdown to all things vlog. Practical, take-home workshop and session with hands-on experience from those that know. And by the end of the session, you will have produced and recorded your own Vlog and it will be uploaded for the World to see.  

CMNS presents: the Katie Morag story

The CBeebies series ‘Katie Morag’ has brought global success to Scottish indie, Move On Up, as well as 3 BAFTAs and a Peabody Award. What have been the rewards and challenges in adapting Mairi Hedderwick’s book series for the small screen? Children’s media consultant Howard Litton interviews the series’ executive producer Lindy Cameron. The session is produced by Children’s Media Network Scotland.

Focus on India

The Indian Entertainment & Media Sector is an £11billion plus industry (2013) displaying rapid growth. Within that the largest segment is Television, forecast to grow from over £4billion in 2013 to nearly £9billion by 2018. Reflecting global trends, digital currently accounts for around 22% revenues but internet driven business segments (i.e. online advertising) are forecast to grow at rates well above the sector norm (all figures PwC). On the services side of the creative industries, production processes and organisational structures are increasingly internationally distributed with strong evidence of an existing UK / India axis, both in finance and content flows.…

Focus on China

How best to develop your IP in China? Whether you have a brand new idea or a finished programme, in this session you'll find the best way to expand your international market into a nation of 1.3 billion people. You'll learn about the demands of Chinese broadcasters; receive suggestions from a co-production manager; and understand the kinds of talent preferred by Chinese production companies and broadcasters. By the end of this session, you'll know how to get your IP loved by Chinese audiences and how to make the partnerships you need.

The Doc Unboxed

What do today’s children define as a documentary?  Exploring a variety of ways to tell real stories that economically connect children with the world around them.

Focus on Canada

Through the lens of two recent successful Canada/UK collaborations, a hands-on assessment of the creative connectors, cultural differences and financial matrices you need to consider. With an open book look at the different ways these collaborations could have come together and how they ultimately did; learn how to be a savvy and desirable co-pro partner, in the special conditions that exist between the UK and Canada.

The Creative Edge?

Diversity in the workplace should not be about boring quotas and ticking boxes: it’s about what fresh perspectives different types of people can bring to the table. Either through disrupting thought processes, challenging assumptions or simply by being their brilliant selves, this panel know first-hand what being different and including different perspectives can mean in terms of fuelling creativity. The children’s media industry misses out creatively if we overlook differently-abled and neurodiverse people. Creativity is the lifeblood of what we do, after all! This lively panel brings together some amazing and diverse talent to discuss how inclusion in working teams…

Culture for Kids Goes Digital

Arts and cultural organisations show how they're reaching, engaging and inspiring children digitally to create a more accessible and personal experience.

Money Talks

A primer on animation financing. The panel will discuss financing a pre-school series and an animated half hour, looking at the differing options available and how they fit together. A chance to hear fresh insights from the frontline of funding from key decision makers, financiers, distributors, producers and deal makers all of whom will be available afterwards for one to ones.

Safeguarding Stars and Audiences

There has been a growing focus on creating safe spaces online for children to access and engage with appropriate content, however internet safety still remains a prevalent concern especially as an increasing number of under 13s use social media and platforms such as YouTube to both view and create content. Are platforms such as YouTube Kids, Azoomee and PopJam the way forward and what can brands do to better safeguard audiences when accessing content online? The rise of user generated content (UGC) raises questions over regulation - if anyone can create it how can we regulate it? User Generated Content…

Masterclass: How to Design Games Children Want

A delve into the design principles behind Preloaded & their work across brands, education and entertainment. Knowing your audience is just the start.

Apps: Standing out from the Crowd

How does a kids’ app achieve breakthrough in a crowded marketplace. What are the ingredients for success, and what causes some to fall by the wayside? 80 to 90 per cent of all downloaded apps are used once and then eventually deleted by users. Which are the ones that makes kids laugh? What are parents looking for? Which get recommended by children and parents and why? What should you avoid? This session will explore tricks of the trade for making loved and successful children's apps and delve into the key areas which can make or break an app's success; Playfulness,…

Opening Session: Making it Happen for UK Kids

Our Question Time-style panel on the current and future issues facing children's media - including the BBC Charter review and licence fee cuts, the proposed contestable fund, the implications of Brexit on business conditions and more.    

Commissioner Conversations: Commercial Networks

A chance to hear from the content teams of Disney, Turner and Viacom. Find out what’s successful, what they’re looking for, and how best to approach them. Commissioners from this session are available for one-to-one meetings from 12.45pm in the Workstation Mezzanine. Videos: Podcasts:  

Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is

Budding Producers bring their dreams to fruition in CMC's popular Dragons’ Den. This year we want to know what YOU, the audience, think of what’s being pitched. With Dragon budgets increased and host Tony Collingwood there to seek out audience input. You don't want to miss this new interactive format that promises to be informative and entertaining! Video: Podcast:     This session begins with a presentation by Changemaker Jordan Casey, Entrepreneur & Coder, Casey Games. Video: Podcast:  

Commissioner Conversations: VoD and OTT

From iPlayer to YouTube to Netflix, and many more in between: the growth of VOD and OTT services in the past few years has been rapid, and shows no signs of stopping. Increasingly children and young people are turning to on-demand services for their entertainment – whether it’s a dedicated app or a streaming video website. This creates a wealth of opportunities for producers and IP holders, as well as the service providers themselves; but it also creates new challenges to ensure safety and quality, and to take advantage of the opportunities a bespoke digital service offers. Join commissioners from…

Masterclass: Ford Riley, The Call of the Roar

In June 1994, Disney released the Academy-Award winning animated classic, ‘The Lion King’ – an unforgettable story that would ultimately extend way beyond the cinema screen. Two decades later, Ford Riley was tasked with bringing this unforgettable story to a new generation and the series he produced, ‘The Lion Guard’, has proved a worldwide smash hit and highest rated show on Disney Junior in the UK for nearly ten years. Set in the African savanna, ‘The Lion Guard’ introduces Kion, the second-born cub of Simba and Nala who is destined to become leader of the Lion Guard, a team of…

Opening Session: Making it Happen for UK Kids (relayed from Cinema 4)

Our Question Time-style panel on the current and future issues facing children's media - including the BBC Charter review and licence fee cuts, the proposed contestable fund, the implications of Brexit on business conditions and more. Send your question to: questions@thechildrensmediafoundation.org  

Making a Difference: Cultural Connections

Early engagement with the arts has a proven positive impact on young people: raising aspirations, increasing confidence, improving communication skills and unlocking creativity. So how can we extend the reach to children with limited access to the arts? This session begins with a presentation by Changemakers Will & Cara Jessop, Founders of accessible games design studio Enabling Play.

Under the Bonnet of Over the Top

How will the proliferation of OTT services change the kids media market? Is the UK big enough to support services from Disney, the BBC, Sky, Netflix, Amazon, YouTube, Hopster and many others? Is OTT cannibalising kids TV or growing the market? Can UK OTT companies compete with the major international players?  Is it easy to win an OTT commission? What kinds of content works best on OTT? What does an OTT hit look like? Join us for the session that gets under the bonnet of kids OTT – providing a real picture of what’s happening and where the market’s going.…

Animation Online

Animation has a healthy history on the internet and in this session we will be talking to a group of talented animators who have made their mark on the internet as well as creatives who have chosen to move from traditional broadcasters to this new viewing platform. We’ll explore whether animation is thriving on the internet, whether the extreme variations in quality affect broader attitudes towards animation and whether the internet is a breeding ground for new animation talent. We’ll also discuss whether it’s possible to make money from animation online and the benefits and disadvantages of not working with…

VR 101 - Making Virtual a Reality

A number of consumer VR products are set to hit the market in 2016 with industry experts predicting this year as watershed moment in mainstream engagement with the technology. There's obvious potential for the games industry - but what's its potential to impact other areas such as play, learning and storytelling? We'll hear from industry leaders including former Director of Sony's London Studio, David Ranyard, who left his role earlier this year to become a dedicated Virtual Reality Developer. Dubit will also be on hand to tell us what they’ve learnt about how children and young people are engaging with…

Swipe Forward

We all know the kids market moves quickly, trends come and go, platforms are adopted and dropped. So how are brands keeping pace with kids’ continuing ability to be one step ahead, and what are they doing to evolve their relevance? In this session The Pineapple Lounge takes key media brands on a different kind of insight journey and explores their reactions and willingness to change. It combines fresh research, new peer-to-peer techniques, trend analysis, expert consultancy, and working directly with kids and teens, to bring a greater understanding of the big changes coming to our industry. The result will…

Representation

Does the Children's industry across both TV and toys represent diversity? Should global television and toy brands with cultural sway have any moral duty to do so? We debate how disability is viewed across the sector, how we can move away from stereotyping and what key brands are doing in this area.

Mapping Data, Building an Audience

The art of building a content masterpiece through data-driven decisions and incorporating real audience engagement patterns.

Oh, That’s New: An Innovation Showcase

Case studies of innovation in creativity and business. Secret Life of Boys (Zodiak) is a digital-first interactive comedy for the BBC with one foot online and one foot in TV. Trevor Klein explains how the specific technical and creative challenges posed by this synthesis were met. Lost My Name have cracked the problem of personalized children’s lit, solving knotty questions of design, production, and distribution. How did they do it? And what happens next in the field of personalized media for children? Macs and Sam in Zombie Land (Bigmouth Audio) is an audio comic for the ears. What are the…

Licensing Masterminds

Kids brand licensing experts know everything about the properties they represent, but how will they fare under Mastermind questioning in specialist and general rounds?

Innovation in Education

Children’s media organisations from multinational giants to VC-backed start-ups have sprung up around the world to tackle the problem of how to make school subjects and learning interesting – even entertaining. How are they using technology to engage classrooms? How are live events and play used to compliment book and rote learning? How can the wider media and entertainment sector leverage companies working in the education sector to reach students and teachers in schools? ‘Innovation in Education’ brings together a panel of professionals to discuss how they approach a balance between education and entertainment in 2016, how they plan to…

Research 8 & 9

Two 30 minute research presentations... 8. The C-Word Rethinking class and its effects on what preschool children and their families do and say in relation to TV and related media at home. Presented by Fiona Scott, University of Sheffield Audio + PowerPoint: Podcast:     9. Here Come the Boys Are the needs of young boys being neglected in the hunt for the ‘empowered female’? Presented by Joanne Cliff, Platypus Research Social discourse surrounding the roles and status of girls has had a lot of momentum in the last few years. While the shift in the media landscape surrounding young girls has been inspiring and refreshing,…

Research 6 & 7

Two 30 minute research presentations... 6. Tuning in to Pre-Schoolers Mums and pre-schoolers are mutually viewing content across multiple devices. This research explores the tangible and emotional drivers behind TV remaining the dominant medium. Presented by Claire Milner, iGen Insight Audio + PowerPoint: Podcast:     7. Emotional Scheduling - The Role of Families in Kids' Entertainment Dubit’s research reveals how brands appeal to family audiences. Our presentation will provide a model on how to launch family friendly entertainment. Presented by Peter Robinson, Dubit Audio + PowerPoint: Podcast:  

Research 4 & 5

Two 30 minute research presentations...   4. Are Digital Tools Making Children More Creative? Children are no longer just using a pen and paper to be creative. Are the digital tools now at their disposal making them more creative, or less so? Presented by Maurice Wheeler, Little Big Partnership Audio + PowerPoint: Podcast:     5. Do Children Still Like Reading? Using discussion, ethnography & galvanic skin response to understand differences in parents & children’s response to reading in print and on a screen. Presented by Dr. Barbie Clarke, Family Kids & Youth and Alison David, Egmont Digital entertainment dominates children’s leisure time. Over half (53%) of…

Research 1, 2 & 3

Three 30 minute research presentations... 1. Continuity and Change: The Impact of Online on Children’s TV Viewing Compelling video footage plus a decade of quant research reveal what’s changed in children’s viewing and what this might mean for the future. Presented by Emily Keaney, Ofcom Audio + PowerPoint: Podcast:     2. The Rise of the VOD Natives: Already at a Screen Near You The generation of children raised on VOD is here. We go beyond the statistics to reveal what the new ways of viewing mean – and why they matter. Presented by Anna Campbell, Digital Media Research Audio + PowerPoint: Podcast:     3. Through the…

Speed Meetings: VoD and OTT

Commissioners or their representatives will be available for 5-minute one-to-one advice meetings. You can arrange to meet them by coming to Registration to book in at the start of each Speed Meeting block.  There is no advance booking – it is on a first come, first served basis. .

Speed Meetings: Licensing Masterminds & Money Talks

Representatives from these sessions will be available for 5-minute one-to-one advice meetings. You can arrange to meet them by coming to Registration to book in at the start of each Speed Meeting block.  There is no advance booking – it is on a first come, first served basis.  

Speed Meetings: Commercial Networks

Commissioners or their representatives will be available for 5-minute one-to-one advice meetings. You can arrange to meet them by coming to Registration to book in at the start of each Speed Meeting block.  There is no advance booking – it is on a first come, first served basis.

Creative Keynote with Chris Riddell

Our Keynote speaker this year is Chris Riddell - illustrator, author and political cartoonist. Passionate about the act of creation, politically committed, and currently meeting thousands of young people from every background across the UK in his role as Children’s Laureate, Chris will bring his unique wit and world-view to a keynote which promises inspiration and challenge in equal measure. Session Producer Ed Pugh on Chris's keynote: You can't find a person more creative than Chris Riddell for this Keynote - he's an illustrator, author, political cartoonist, award winner and current Chrildren's Laureate. He is also deceptively humourous and fun. Stand by for creation before your very eyes... Video:

Crucible Bar Open

The Crucible bar is open for drinks before the Creative Keynote

The CMC Party

True to their mission statement – ‘we take fun seriously!’ – independent content creators, FUN CREW are this year’s dedicated hosts for FUN CMC – the fantastic, ‘official’ Wednesday Night CMC Party open and FREE ENTRY to all registered delegates and volunteers. Read more about the party here.

Pizza Express

It’s the long standing tradition of CMC to gather at the Pizza Express and share a kids’ party style meal. You can buy your pizza express ticket here Pizza Express menu

Playground Day 2

Our first interactive digital art exhibition for children features works from the cutting edge of interaction and play, featuring games, apps, toys, invention kits, physical products, VR, digital crafting and hands-on making. Visit www.cmcplayground.com for further information.  

EURO 2016 On Screen

Watch Wales vs. Portugal at the Showroom Bar. Free to all delegates.

Animation UK Meeting

Animation UK- the soon to be re-launched industry association for animation - after consulting with the industry earlier in the year now presents its blueprint for the future. This session will give your final chance to input and debate the organisation, before signing up as members!

Focus on Europe

With the demand for content on increasingly smaller budgets, this session will take you on a swift European tour to find out where the money is, how to get your hands on it and who is building partnerships.  A diverse panel of European broadcasters, and UK and European producers will explore the advantages and incentives that European co-production currently has to offer for animation or live action production, while also considering the implications of Brexit, and discussing how media business practices may have to change.

Sound Advice

Seven industry experts offer rapid insights on every aspect of creating the dialogue and effects for your animation. Unlock the mysteries of casting, recording, directing, performing and even re-versioning your animation sound-scape and uncover the dark arts of the recording studio...

Minecraft University

How can you teach kids in a world where they are the experts? We will examine how Minecraft is being used in the classroom and at home, as well as for creative and artistic means. The session concludes with a panel discussion exploring the opportunities Minecraft can offer, that traditional education methods may not.  

Co-Development: When Two Become One

Co-developing is frequently a creator’s first step in getting their original concept developed, funded and produced.  It is the most common model for developing children’s content and often leads to an inexperienced creative having to make a huge leap of faith in their dealings with a much more experienced and business savvy children’s producer. Using a role play between a new, inexperienced creator and a very experienced studio producer, our panel of experts will arm our new creator with the necessary guidance, information and rights know how, as to how to strike the best deal.  This session will provide a primer on…

Who Wants to be a Kids’ Millionaire?

We have seen great International successes with formats in the grown-up and family space. Shows such as ‘Total Wipeout’ and ‘Ninja Warrior’ are the latest in a long line of hits. Research tells us that children are tuning in, but it appears that no one has yet made a successful kid specific version. If successful global formats do exist, why is no one specifically attacking the kids’ market? With UK production houses looking to find International hits and global networks such as Netflix and Amazon starting to dip their toe into multi-territory shows; will kids’ formats be the next big thing? With…

Too Cool for School

Can entertainment content ever be as effective as resources specifically designed for the classroom? We go back to the classroom to discover how the TV shows, games and books we create to entertain are being used to teach children in surprising and inspiring ways. We discuss the benefits of using pure entertainment vs educational resources and explore how we can use this knowledge to enlighten future content development.

Mind The Gap

In considering the 'gap' between mindful, calm behaviours amongst children and their rapid-fire media consumption, the panel will look at how young people’s lives have altered with rapid technological change and debate just how effective mindfulness and other ‘slow-down’ methods might be to children’s wellbeing while also considering the challenges to mindfulness put forward by some opponents. Do we just need to ‘get with the times’ or should we chill out – and how does media consumption reflect that? Using a research perspective, the panel will consider whether programme content, pace and style of production needs to accommodate or provide…

Making It Live

What building blocks do you need to have to create content within the live space? An existing brand?  Considerable financial backing?  Or just a good idea? This session explores the benefits of brand extension in the live event space, and the opportunities and challenges of creating new and original live content.  How successful can you be at drawing a children’s audience away from a screen or enriching the brand experience in the real world? Whether you’re a content creative thinking of branching out into live events, or you have an idea that could be best realised in a non-screen environment, our expert panel will…

The Last Word

Cancel the Search Party.  George the Poet is here, with some final thoughts on making kids’ media matter and CMC16. George has been watching and listening throughout the conference and has some poetic reflections on childhood, kids' media and how we serve the audience.

Commissioner Conversations: International

This ninety-minute session will allow audience members to hear from international children's commissioners from around the world about how they make it happen in their home country and on their home network. Hear diverse opinions starting from your own backyard in Wales and Ireland and expanding outwards to representatives from Europe, North America and South America. Each individual will be asked to examine global trends in the children's media industry and offer insights as to how each network, media landscape, and respective country views them. Plus, the speed meetings following this session are an opportunity for you to get some…

Commissioner Conversations: BBC

Using clips to illustrate key successful moments, the BBC commissioners explain their priorities - what types of shows they are looking for, what works - including casting, storyline, format, duration, tone, marketing - and the most effective way to approach the channels. Video: Podcast:     This session began with a presentation by Changemaker 15 year old Leo Waddell, participant in the award-winning documentary ‘ I am Leo’. Video: Podcast:  

What Do We Tell the Children?

When reporting ‘bad news’ to children under 12, what’s the best way to approach it? Following the Paris attacks in November 2015, mainstream media was full of articles giving advice on how to talk to children about the atrocities. Journalists from the BBC, P'tit Libe in France, the Guardian and ITN discuss the question many people are asking: how to break difficult news to children. Video: Podcast:  

Green Shoots in Children's and Family Film

New ways to make Children’s and Family films outside the studio system? Using public and TV rights e.g. 'Bach in Brazil’ in Germany or possibly via Film Cymru’s new support for a development deal with Chicken House in the UK? Join us to discover how to do it. 'Bach in Brazil’ is currently still playing in cinema after 15 weeks on release in Germany. Listen to Ansgar Ahlers describe how the combination of German Public Funds, a TV deal and a pre-sale to Disney international saw this film about a music teacher in a Brazilian Children’s prison take the indie…

The Changing Face of Production

The rise of digital is changing the media industry daily and production companies are increasingly considering digital platforms as an integral part of their distribution strategies. Furthermore, the last decade has seen the creation and growth of a large sector within the industry delivering digital content exclusively. The gap between creator and consumer is fast closing with platforms such as YouTube allowing creators with no production experience to reach audiences of millions. With viewing figures far eclipsing traditional linear programming, how has online entertainment changed the way content is delivered? What has the impact been on traditional routes to market…

Girl, Interrupted: A Deeper Dive into Gender Depiction

In the year Katniss Everdeen was dominant on posters all around the country for the last ‘Hunger Games’ film, we have been shown that strong female characters can be dominant in media for young people. However we have also been asking #wheresrey which has shown that gender prejudice can still be ingrained in the industry’s thinking. Following on from the session on female representation in preschool children’s media in 2015 we will look back on the past year and see if the industry’s attitude towards girls has improved. We will also be opening up the discussion to include older children,…

The Prix Jeunesse Suitcase: Making it Happen All Over the World

Outstanding and intriguing clips that stretch the boundaries of kids’ TV, fresh from May 2016’s PRIX JEUNESSE global children’s TV festival.

Creative Curriculum - Lost or Not?

Time for non-core subjects, including art, music and languages, is getting squeezed out of the classroom. How can we ensure children consider creative careers and where can digital solutions help?

New Platform Masterclass

Video On Demand platforms are commissioning more original content than ever before. How is dealing with a SVoD different from dealing with traditional broadcasters? This session will give you a flavour. There are similarities with the processes that we’re all familiar with, but, dealing with companies such as Amazon, Netflix & Zulu (who are based all over the globe) creates new challenges for teams producing content. At what stage in the process do I approach a SVoD company? Do they need a fully formed idea or will they pay for development? I live somewhere else in the world – how…

Making Access Happen

Children in all their diversity are well represented on screen, in books and on radio but what happens behind the scenes? Are the people who make content just as representative? With diversity as the theme for CMC 2016 and now a focus for employers, we look at who is getting in, how they are getting in and how they are getting on.

Connected Toy Story

Connected toys have been huge Christmas hits in the past with Furby, Lego Dimensions and Disney Infinity topping every kid’s letter to Santa, but there are also less well known educational and start up brands that are making waves in the market.  Being at the forefront of technology means that the market for connected toys is volatile with notable successes but with other products (such as Disney Infinity) shutting down. In this session find out what the current landscape for connected toys looks like and hear from creators launching products at the forefront of multi platform innovation with case studies…

Research 5, 6 & 7 (Repeat)

Three 30 minute research presentations... 5. Do Children Still Like Reading? Using discussion, ethnography & galvanic skin response to understand differences in parents & children’s response to reading in print and on a screen. Presented by Anna Livingstone and Sheyi Ogunshakin, Family Kids & Youth and Alison David, Egmont Digital entertainment dominates children’s leisure time. Over half (53%) of 3-4s use a tablet, with 15% owning one.  Over two-thirds (69%) of 5-7s use a tablet with 29% having their own tablet computer (Ofcom, 2015). eReaders and eBooks were widely expected to overtake children’s print book sales but are currently just 11 % of the…

Research 4 (Repeat)

4. Are Digital Tools Making Children More Creative? Children are no longer just using a pen and paper to be creative. Are the digital tools now at their disposal making them more creative, or less so? Presented by Maurice Wheeler, Little Big Partnership Audio + PowerPoint: [vimeo video_id="175702152" width="500" height="282" title="Yes" byline="Yes" portrait="Yes" autoplay="No" loop="No" color="00adef"]   Podcast:  

Research 1, 2 & 3 (Repeat)

Three 30 minute research presentations...   1. Continuity and Change: The Impact of Online on Children’s TV Viewing Compelling video footage plus a decade of quant research reveal what’s changed in children’s viewing and what this might mean for the future. Presented by Emily Keaney, Ofcom Audio + PowerPoint: [vimeo video_id="174885832" width="500" height="282" title="Yes" byline="Yes" portrait="Yes" autoplay="No" loop="No" color="00adef"]   Podcast:     2. The Rise of the VOD Natives: Already at a Screen Near You The generation of children raised on VOD is here. We go beyond the statistics to reveal what the new ways of viewing mean – and why they matter. Presented by…

Research 8 & 9 (Repeat)

Two 30 minute research presentations... 8. The C-Word Rethinking class and its effects on what preschool children and their families do and say in relation to TV and related media at home. Presented by Fiona Scott, University of Sheffield Audio + PowerPoint: [vimeo video_id="175702179" width="500" height="282" title="Yes" byline="Yes" portrait="Yes" autoplay="No" loop="No" color="00adef"] Podcast:   9. Here Come the Boys Are the needs of young boys being neglected in the hunt for the ‘empowered female’? Presented by Joanne Cliff, Platypus Research Social discourse surrounding the roles and status of girls has had a lot of momentum in the last few years. While the shift in the media…

Speed Meetings: Commissioners International and Sound Advice

Representatives from these sessions will be available for 5-minute one-to-one advice meetings. You can arrange to meet them by coming to Registration to book in at the start of each Speed Meeting block.  There is no advance booking – it is on a first come, first served basis.

Speed Meetings: Commissioning Executives BBC

Commissioners or their representatives will be available for 5-minute one-to-one advice meetings. You can arrange to meet them by coming to Registration to book in at the start of each Speed Meeting block.  There is no advance booking – it is on a first come, first served basis.

Playground Day 3

Our first interactive digital art exhibition for children features works from the cutting edge of interaction and play, featuring games, apps, toys, invention kits, physical products, VR, digital crafting and hands-on making. Visit www.cmcplayground.com for further information. Playground continues until Sunday: Friday 8 July - 9.30am-5.30pm Saturday 9 July - 11am-5.30pm Sunday 10 July - 11am-5.30pm