Timetable 2021
Thursday 1st July 2021
Monday 5th July 2021
Tuesday 6th July 2021
CMC Online Platform
Question Time
Question Time quizzes those in power, or in the know, about the big issues facing UK kids’ media today.
2:00pm-3:00pmCommissioner Conversations: PSB and YACF
The latest information from the Head of the Young Audiences Content Fund, followed by commissioning priorities from Channel 4, CITV, Milkshake! on Channel 5 and S4C in a live Q&A.
4:00pm-5:00pmThe Key To... Konnie Huq
In this Keynote interview, Konnie Huq discusses her three decades as a presenter and writer – her experiences, her inspirations, and what she cares about most when it comes to kids and media.
Zoom
Speed Meetings: PSB and YACF
Following Commissioner Conversations: PSB and YACF, commissioners will be available for ten minute one-to-one speed meetings. Bookable on the day for registered delegates.
8:00pm-10:00pmScripts Out Loud
Writers of Children’s Animations let Voice Actors Loose on their work!
Wonder
VOD Follow-up: Equipment for Life
Perspective On… Equipment for Life Your chance to meet, discuss and ask questions with participants Laura Henry Allain, Jodie Morris, Lydia Mossahebi, Tony Reed and Steve Smith.
12:00pm-1:00pmQuestion Time Follow-up
Speakers meet delegates for further questions and discussions.
1:00pm-2:00pmGet Together
Chat about animation, licensing, consumer and toys hosted by Jo Redfern and friends.
3:00pm-4:00pmVOD Follow-up: The Art of Character Design & The Golden Rules for Success in Kids’ Music
Meet, discuss and ask questions with participants from VOD videos: The Art of...Character Design with participants Kenneth Anderson and Daniel Bays. Perspective On...The Golden Rules for Success in Kids' Music with participants Sam Harris, Nick Fisher, Sarah Boorman, and Chris Renshaw.
Wednesday 7th July 2021
CMC Online Platform
Animation Assemble: Talent and Toons
Building on the theme Together, we’re asking why platforms are putting animation at the heart of their strategies & what this means for new talent.
2:00pm-3:00pmCommissioner Conversations: BBC
Join Patricia Hidalgo, Director of BBC Children’s and Education, and her team as we discuss future strategy & CBeebies, CBBC and Education commissioning opportunities.
4:00pm-5:00pmCreative Keynote: Dani Harmer and Jacqueline Wilson
Jacqueline and Dani lift the lid on their unique creative relationship – exploring how author and actor have inspired each other’s work, developed a children's icon, and built generations of loyal Tracy Beaker fans.
Zoom
Speed Meetings: BBC
Following Commissioner Conversations: BBC, commissioners will be available for ten minute one-to-one speed meetings. Bookable on the day for registered delegates.
6:30pm-7:30pmThe CMC Quiz
There will be questions, there will be answers. There will be PRIZES. Imagine not just beating your friends and family BUT EVERYONE IN THE CHILDREN’S MEDIA INDUSTRY to be crowned the CMC Quiz Champion 2021.
Wonder
VOD Follow-up: Corporation, Credits and Cashflow
Your chance to meet, discuss and ask questions. Participants include Chris Halliday and Rosemary Klein.
12:00pm-1:00pmAnimation Assemble Follow-up
Producers, moderator and panellists meet delegates for further questions and discussions.
1:00pm-2:00pmGet Together
Get together with fellow delegates over lunchtime in Wonder - our virtual networking space.
3:00pm-4:00pmVOD Follow-up: Happy Media, Happy Mind
Your chance to meet, discuss and ask questions about this CMC video. With producer Sallyann Keizer and speakers.
5:00pm-5:30pmCreative Keynote Follow-up
Rhianna Dhillon and Jacqueline Wilson join delegates for a chat post Keynote.
Thursday 8th July 2021
CMC Online Platform
The CMC Debate
Join the Great British Public Service Debate as our panelists put forward their ideas for the future of PSM for kids. How should we move forward? It’s time for you to have YOUR say!
2:00pm-3:00pmCommissioner Conversations: VOD
One area of the children’s media business has seen a boom in the past year - VOD. VOD commissioners reveal what’s worked best on their platforms and what they are looking for now.
4:00pm-5:00pmPut Your Money Where Your Mouth Is
Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is is the only pitch competition with real-world outcomes. Dragons enter the “den” with a fund to buy options in the projects they decide to support, and deals on short development windows are done on the spot. The pitchers get great feedback and the audience learns what works and what doesn’t – while also seeing into the mind’s eye of funders.
Zoom
Speed Meetings: VOD
Following Commissioner Conversations: VOD, commissioners will be available for ten minute one-to-one speed meetings. Bookable on the day for registered delegates.
8:00pm-10:00pmThe CMC Karaoke Show
Jamie Badminton from Karrot is your host leading another super fun LIVE show, capturing the spirit of CMC’s popular in-person event. Everyone is welcome - you can sit back and enjoy the show or join us in the spotlight.
Wonder
VOD Follow-up: Screen Savers & XR Stories
Your chance to meet, discuss and ask questions. With video producer Tom Jordan and speakers.
12:00pm-1:00pmThe CMC Debate Follow-up
Speakers meet delegates for further questions and discussions.
1:00pm-2:00pmGet Together
Get together with fellow delegates over lunchtime in Wonder - our virtual networking space.
1:00pm-2:00pmGet Together
Join writer Esther Kaufmann and friends as they chat with writers, producers, agents and publishers.
2:00pm-3:00pmVOD Follow-up: Selorm Adonu & Marcus Austin
Speakers meet delegates for further questions and discussions.
3:00pm-4:00pmVOD Follow-up: Inclusivity Now and Playing Catch with a Crystal Ball
Your chance to meet, discuss and ask questions. With Ann Austen and Olivia Dickinson.
5:00pm-5:30pmPYMWYMI Follow-up
Your chance to meet the "Put Your Money" pitchers after their ordeal is over…
Friday 9th July 2021
CMC Online Platform
Commissioner Conversations: Channels
UK teams from International broadcasters are represented in this session - find out their priorities and processes.
2:00pm-3:00pmWrite On
Detonators, Spark Plugs and Wallflowers - the demands and dynamics of writing together.
4:00pm-4:30pmThe Last Word
Re-live the experience of Sheffield’s Crucible Theatre audience of the unique poetry, music and dance performance: Trust in Care.
Wonder
Get Together
Get together with fellow delegates over lunchtime in Wonder - our virtual networking space.
3:00pm-4:00pmWrite On Follow-up & VOD Follow-up: Leadership
Speakers meet delegates for further questions and discussions.
4:30pm-6:00pmFarewell Drinks
Say goodbye to old friends and new.