AETN Asia & MDA in Investment Tie-Up

SINGAPORE: AETN All Asia Networks (AAA Networks) and Media Development Authority of Singapore (MDA) are kicking off their two-year co-investment partnership by launching an open call throughout Asia for a host for a new HISTORY series, one of two originals in the works.

AAA Networks, MDA and Beach House Pictures are looking for an Asian host for a 4×1-hour series, to be aired on HISTORY. The winner will receive $10,000 and will front at least four episodes, which seek to uncover some of the secrets and stories of lesser-known parts of Asia. AAA Networks also commissioned a 6×30-minute series for Crime & Investigation Network. Helmed by Singapore’s Very!, the series will explore the crucial roles and tools used in solving crimes.

These two originals are part of a co-investment partnership between AAA Networks and MDA to support Singapore-based media companies in the production of series or one-off specials for HISTORY, The Biography Channel and Crime & Investigation Network.

Louis Boswell, the general manager of AAA Networks, said: “We are extremely pleased to announce this partnership with the MDA for co-investment in original program productions. We have high hopes for the two series, which are already commissioned and particularly look forward to seeing the first Asian host on one of our productions.”

Added Dr Christopher Chia, the CEO of MDA: “This collaboration with AAA Networks will help Singapore companies to leverage digital media and adopt a 360-degree approach in creating original intellectual properties for multiple platforms and formats. It is also an opportunity for Singapore media talents to develop compelling content and stories of varied genres for today’s international audience.”