World Screen

President Comcast International Media Group   It’s no secret that the economic climate is bleak, advertising is down and broadcasters are tightening their budgets. But there are opportunities for content companies that are able to provide cost-effective, quality programming. Kevin …

President, International Scripps Networks   Fifteen years ago, Scripps Networks launched its first channel in the U.S., HGTV. Since then, the company has expanded its suite of networks—with Food Network, DIY, FLN (Fine Living Network) and GAC (Great American Country)—and …

El Presidente Nerd Corps Entertainment Amid the wave of consolidation taking place across the industry, Nerd Corps Entertainment is set on remaining an independent, "creator-driven" boutique company, says Ken Faier, who joined the outfit in 2005 after many years at …

President, Worldwide Distribution MoonScoop Group The case of the new preschool series Chloe’s Closet is a good demonstration of the scope of the MoonScoop Group’s operations. Conceived of in the U.S. by its L.A.-based subsidiary, the show is being produced …

DOHA: Al Jazeera Network is offering up programming from Al Jazeera English, the Al Jazeera Documentary Channel and the Al Jazeera Satellite Channel for global distribution at MIPTV. The library from Al Jazeera English includes more than 50 hours from …

HONG KONG: The Cable & Satellite Broadcasting Association of Asia (CASBAA) will hold its Mobile TV CXO Summit at the Hong Kong Cyberport on May 7, in association with the worldwide Mobile Entertainment Forum (MEF). The “Invitation Only” summit will feature about 40 …

ATLANTA: Cartoon Network and the NBA today announced a deal to partner on long- and short-form basketball-themed content for distribution on-air as well as online, on mobile and via VOD. The initiative kicks off with the short-form series My Dad’s …

HARRINGTON PARK: Janson Media has added several new HDTV properties to its stable ahead of MIPTV, with new acquisitions such as Travelscope. The 26×30-minute Travelscope is hosted by travel journalist Joseph Rosendo. The series follows his worldwide explorations, as he …

LONDON: UKTV’s recently rebranded factual channel Yesterday has picked 32 hours of content for rollout in the coming months, including The Seven Ages of Rock and Cambridge Spies. The channel was rebranded as Yesterday earlier this month to broaden the programming …

ENCINO: In the lead up to MIPTV, Solid Entertainment has already scored international broadcast deals for its HD reality series The Chopper Challenge, which premiered in the U.S. on CMT to strong ratings. Solid sold the series to France (Planete …