Timetable 2022

International Exchange

The International Exchange plays host to a wide range of broadcasters, co-producers, funders and investors from across the world keen to meet sellers of content and services. A must for anyone looking for international sales, partnerships or project funding.

VOD Follow-up: TikTok & YouTube

Your chance to meet, discuss and ask questions about this CMC video. With Producer Jo Redfern.

VOD Follow-up: The Modern Black Fairytale

Your chance to meet, discuss and ask questions about this CMC video. With producer Chloe Lansley and host Emma Stuart. 

VOD Follow-up: Animation for Peace

Your chance to meet, discuss and ask questions about this CMC video. With speaker Kath Shackleton.

Opening Keynote: Ben McOwen Wilson

Ben McOwen Wilson opens CMC 2022 to explore ‘what next’ – as young people’s media consumption undergoes immense change.

The CMC Drinks Reception

Join us for the opening night drinks reception in the Crucible bar. All Live in Sheffield delegates welcome.

VOD Follow-up: Where are the Smart Black Boys in TV?

Your chance to meet, discuss and ask questions about this CMC video. With producer Jide Johnson.

VOD Follow-up: Narrative Gaming

Your chance to meet, discuss and ask questions about this CMC video. With video contributor Chella Ramanan.

First Timers Reception

A unique opportunity to mix and mingle with other CMC delegates live in Sheffield. This special event  is a great chance to meet new people.

Question Time

Lively debate assured when five leading industry figures take questions from the CMC audience.

Commissioner Conversations: Pre-school

A who’s who and what’s what of UK pre-school television commissioning.

Creative Masterclass: Holly Phillips - creating ‘Get Even’

Developing live-action teen drama for CBBC and Netflix in a world waking up to #MeToo, Black Lives Matter and a global pandemic.

What Next for Kids?

Taking a deep dive into the issues of the day, dynamic thinkers across children’s broadcasting, publishing and education focus the debate on what we should be producing to support the young audience

Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is

The hugely successful pitching contest is back with a new team of Judges assembled and a new format. There are 2 prizes up for grabs and you, the CMC delegation get to choose who walks away with one of them. Not to be missed!

Animation Assemble!

Considering ‘animation as a force for good’, an expert panel looks at the power of animation to bring positive change - and asks: can the industry do better?

Creative Keynote

Join us for a CMC - and national - exclusive!  The new Waterstones Children's Laureate - a “state secret” until July 4th - will be our Creative Keynote Speaker.

The Art Of...Young People's Theatre

Exploring playmaking with and playwriting for young people, and highlights the different approaches to writing for stage and for screen. 

Mentor Me, Mentor You

Mentors: why we need them, how to get one – and how to be one.

Are Your Ears Burning?

Adding Value with Audio

Bright Young Things

The first in a new series of CMC sessions in which high flying under-25’s discuss emerging trends in tech, audience behaviour and marketing. Come and meet The Bright Young Things!

Tea & Coffee

Tea & coffee is available in the Crucible foyer for all registered Live in Sheffield delegates.

Tea & Coffee

Tea & coffee is available in the Crucible foyer for all registered Live in Sheffield delegates.

Lunch

Lunch packs are available in the Crucible foyer for all registered Live in Sheffield delegates. 

Tea & Coffee

Tea & coffee is available in the Crucible foyer for all registered Live in Sheffield delegates.

Speed Meetings: Pre-school

Following Commissioner Conversations: Pre-school, commissioners will be available for ten minute one-to-one speed meetings. These meetings are especially useful for first time delegates.

Wonder Party

Your chance to meet, discuss and ask questions about this CMC video. With producer Chloe Lansley and host Emma Stuart. 

The CMC Party

Let your hair down after a hard day's conferencing with the CMC party! Entry is free to all registered live in Sheffield delegates.

The Young Audiences Content Fund - What Next?

This is your chance to join the debate and help shape the future of the children’s media landscape in the UK.

Commissioner Conversations: 6-12

A who’s who and what’s what of UK kids aged 6-12 television commissioners!

Understanding Kids in the Metaverse

Experts unpack how brands, content owners and children are navigating the metaverse, what they expect and how it may and should evolve.

Commissioner Conversations: Teens

A who’s who and what’s what of UK teen commissioners!

The Last Word

Join MC Grammar, the nation's favourite rapping teacher, as he shares his mission: to entertain, educate and empower our future.

Bringing Books to the Metaverse (or is it the other way around?)

Are there books in the Metaverse? As the literacy crisis grows, how can we make the most of digital and paper to tell stories in ways that engage?

UK Creativity – Talent-driven and World Beating

Why is the UK attracting children’s companies and investment from overseas and what does it mean for the UK industry and talent?

The Art Of...Preschool

What is the art of preschool and what do preschoolers really want and need from a live-action or animated series?

Tea & Coffee

Tea & coffee is available in the Crucible foyer for all registered Live in Sheffield delegates.

Tea & Coffee

Tea & coffee is available in the Crucible foyer for all registered Live in Sheffield delegates.

Lunch

Lunch packs are available in the Crucible foyer for all registered Live in Sheffield delegates. 

Tea & Coffee

Tea & coffee is available in the Crucible foyer for all registered Live in Sheffield delegates.

Speed Meetings: 6-12

Following Commissioner Conversations: 6-12, commissioners will be available for ten minute one-to-one speed meetings. These meetings are especially useful for first time delegates.

Speed Meetings: Teens

Following Commissioner Conversations: Teens, commissioners will be available for ten minute one-to-one speed meetings. These meetings are especially useful for first time delegates.

Wonder Farewell Networking

Your chance to meet, discuss and ask questions about this CMC video. With producer Chloe Lansley and host Emma Stuart.