Timetable 2021

International Exchange

The International Exchange is an online one-to-one meetings day and a must for anyone looking for international sales, partnerships or project funding.

Opening Keynote: Andria Zafirakou

Best teacher in the world prizewinner, Andria Zafirakou, shares insights from the classroom on inspiring, empowering and enabling kids and reveals the greatest lessons she has learned while engaging with young people.

The Secret Story Draw Awards

Join The Secret Story Draw for an evening of celebration as they announce the winners of their fantastic campaign.

SkillBuilder: Pitch Yourself Perfect!

Bring your pitch to this workshop to build, develop and refresh your skills with the CMC SkillBuilder – a mix of advice and hands-on learning.

Get Together

Get together with fellow delegates over lunchtime in Wonder - our virtual networking space.

Tea with… The Welcoming Committee

Drop in and meet members of the CMC Advisory Committee ahead of the Opening Keynote.

Question Time

Question Time quizzes those in power, or in the know, about the big issues facing UK kids’ media today.

Commissioner 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.

The 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.

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.

Scripts Out Loud

Writers of Children’s Animations let Voice Actors Loose on their work!

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.

Question Time Follow-up

Speakers meet delegates for further questions and discussions.

Get Together

Chat about animation, licensing, consumer and toys hosted by Jo Redfern and friends. 

VOD 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.

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.

Commissioner 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.

Creative 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.

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.

The 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.  

VOD Follow-up: Corporation, Credits and Cashflow

Your chance to meet, discuss and ask questions. Participants include Chris Halliday and Rosemary Klein. 

Animation Assemble Follow-up

Producers, moderator and panellists meet delegates for further questions and discussions.

Get Together

Get together with fellow delegates over lunchtime in Wonder - our virtual networking space.

VOD Follow-up: Happy Media, Happy Mind 

Your chance to meet, discuss and ask questions about this CMC video. With producer Sallyann Keizer and speakers.

Creative Keynote Follow-up

Rhianna Dhillon and Jacqueline Wilson join delegates for a chat post Keynote.

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!

Commissioner 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.

Put 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.

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.

The 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.

VOD Follow-up: Screen Savers & XR Stories

Your chance to meet, discuss and ask questions. With video producer Tom Jordan and speakers.

The CMC Debate Follow-up

Speakers meet delegates for further questions and discussions.

Get Together

Get together with fellow delegates over lunchtime in Wonder - our virtual networking space.

Get Together

Join writer Esther Kaufmann and friends as they chat with writers, producers, agents and publishers.

VOD Follow-up: Selorm Adonu & Marcus Austin

Speakers meet delegates for further questions and discussions.

VOD 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. 

PYMWYMI Follow-up

Your chance to meet the "Put Your Money" pitchers after their ordeal is over…

Commissioner Conversations: Channels

UK teams from International broadcasters are represented in this session - find out their priorities and processes.

Write On

Detonators, Spark Plugs and Wallflowers - the demands and dynamics of writing together.

The Last Word

Re-live the experience of Sheffield’s Crucible Theatre audience of the unique poetry, music and dance performance: Trust in Care. 

Speed Meetings: Channels

Following Commissioner Conversations: Channels, commissioners will be available for ten minute one-to-one speed meetings. Bookable on the day for registered delegates.

Get Together

Get together with fellow delegates over lunchtime in Wonder - our virtual networking space.

Write On Follow-up & VOD Follow-up: Leadership

Speakers meet delegates for further questions and discussions.

Farewell Drinks

Say goodbye to old friends and new.