We have 35 fantastic speakers lined up for this event. You can see the full agenda below.\u00a0The panels and keynotes will be available live and on-demand.<\/p>\n
Don’t miss out on hearing insights from some of the kids’ content community’s leading producers, distributors, commissioners and creators.<\/p>\n
Need to convert the times below for where you are? Click on the times above the name of each session to make sure you don\u2019t miss a thing!<\/p>\n
Monday, June 7<\/strong><\/p>\n Tuesday, June 8<\/strong><\/p>\n Wednesday, June 9<\/strong><\/p>\n Thursday, June 10: Screenings Day<\/strong><\/p>\n Running from June 7 to 10, TV Kids Summer Festival is a FREE event focused on the major challenges and opportunities at play in the children\u2019s media business today. Sign up for your free registration to attend here. We have 35 fantastic speakers lined up for this event. You can see the full agenda below.\u00a0The …<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"pmpro_default_level":0,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-20713","page","type-page","status-publish","","pmpro-has-access"],"yoast_head":"\n\n
\nIn the Public Interest<\/strong>
\nCovid-19 emphasized the importance of a strong educational core for kids\u2019 television, and pubcasters are leading the way. This session will spotlight the strategies of PBS KIDS\u2019\u00a0Linda Simensky<\/strong>, Rai\u2019s\u00a0Luca Milano<\/strong>, BBC\u2019s\u00a0Sarah Muller<\/strong>\u00a0and DR\u2019s\u00a0Niels Lindberg<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
\nKeynote: Mattel\u2019s Ynon Kreiz<\/strong>
\nUnder\u00a0Ynon Kreiz<\/strong>\u2019s leadership as chairman and CEO, Mattel has stepped up its efforts to capture the full value of the company\u2019s iconic IP portfolio, creating global franchises that extend beyond the toy aisle. Stay tuned for a sneak peek at\u00a0Barbie &\u00a0Chelsea\u00a0The\u00a0Lost\u00a0Birthday<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0immediately following the keynote.<\/li>\n
\nKeynote: YouTube\u2019s Nadine Zylstra<\/strong>
\nThe head of family, learning and impact at YouTube Originals,\u00a0Nadine Zylstra<\/strong>\u00a0will share how she is partnering with top YouTube creators and producers to develop hit original series for the platform.<\/li>\n
\nKeynote: ViacomCBS\u2019s Maria Kyriacou
\n<\/em><\/strong>As president of ViacomCBS Networks UK and Australia,\u00a0Maria Kyriacou<\/strong>\u00a0will share her insights on the company\u2019s thriving kids\u2019 businesses in those markets\u2014including Milkshake!, Nick UK and 10 Shake\u2014and discuss its landmark \u201cno diversity, no commission\u201d policy.<\/li>\n
\nChanging the Face of Kids\u2019 TV<\/strong>
\n<\/strong>Lion Forge\u2019s\u00a0David Steward II<\/strong>, Big Bad Boo\u2019s\u00a0Shabnam Rezaei<\/strong>\u00a0and Safi Ideas\u2019\u00a0Wa\u2019qaar Mirza<\/strong>\u00a0on how they are ensuring that kids\u2019 television reflects the lives of all kids around the world.<\/li>\n
\nThe Magic of\u00a0Sesame Street<\/em><\/strong>
\nSesame Workshop has been enriching the lives of children across the globe for more than five decades. In this fun session, we\u2019ll hear from the iconic Cookie Monster, followed by a Q&A with Ed Wells, EVP and head of global media and education.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n
\nKeynote: WarnerMedia\u2019s Tom Ascheim<\/strong>
\nThe president of Warner Bros. Global Kids, Young Adults and Classics,\u00a0Tom Ascheim<\/strong>\u00a0will provide an update on the latest developments at Cartoon Network and Boomerang, highlight the kids\u2019 slate at HBO Max and discuss collaboration between Cartoon Network Studios and Warner Bros. Animation.<\/li>\n
\nOh Canada!<\/strong>
\nWildBrain\u2019s\u00a0Josh Scherba<\/strong>, Guru Studio\u2019s\u00a0Frank Falcone<\/strong>, marblemedia\u2019s\u00a0Mark Bishop<\/strong>, Portfolio\u2019s\u00a0Joy Rosen<\/strong>\u00a0and Atomic Cartoons\u2019\u00a0Richard Goldsmith<\/strong>\u00a0weigh in on consumption trends, financing challenges and global expansion.<\/li>\n
\nKeynote: Disney\u2019s Ayo Davis
\n<\/em><\/strong>As executive VP of creative development and strategy at Disney Branded Television,\u00a0Ayo Davis<\/strong>\u00a0will discuss the live-action slate she oversees for Disney+, Disney Channel, Disney XD and Disney Junior.<\/li>\n
\nPanel & Premiere: ZDF Enterprises\u2019\u00a0Space Nova<\/em><\/strong>
\n<\/strong>SLR\u2019s\u00a0Suzanne Ryan<\/strong>, Super RTL\u2019s\u00a0Lisa Albers<\/strong>\u00a0and ABC Australia\u2019s\u00a0Michael Drake<\/strong>\u00a0will discuss how the new animated co-pro came together ahead of the premiere of the show.<\/li>\n
\nAnatomy of a Hit<\/strong>
\nThe\u00a0Total Drama\u00a0<\/em>franchise has charmed kids across the globe. In this session, we\u2019ll hear from Fresh TV\u2019s\u00a0Tom McGillis<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0Jennifer Pertsch<\/strong>\u00a0and CAKE\u2019s\u00a0Ed Galton<\/strong>\u00a0on how the brand is still going strong.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n
\nKeynote: M6\u2019s Philippe Bony<\/strong>
\nThe head of thematic and youth channels at M6 Group,\u00a0Philippe Bony<\/strong>\u00a0will outline the strategies the company has put in place to keep its market-leading portfolio at the forefront of the French kids\u2019 sector.<\/li>\n
\nKeynote: Aardman\u2019s Sean Clarke<\/strong>
\nThe managing director of the acclaimed British animation studio,\u00a0Sean Clarke<\/strong>\u00a0will discuss its commitment to innovation, nurturing talent, philanthropic initiatives and opportunities for growth.<\/li>\n
\nIn the AVOD Stream<\/strong>
\n<\/em><\/strong>This super-session will look at the massive kids\u2019 AVOD opportunity from both the platform and distribution perspectives. In the first half, we\u2019ll hear from WildBrain Spark\u2019s\u00a0Jon Gisby<\/strong>\u00a0and Roku\u2019s\u00a0Ashley Hovey<\/strong>\u00a0on working with content and ad partners, while in the second part, Jetpack Distribution\u2019s\u00a0Dominic Gardiner<\/strong>\u00a0and Xilam Animation\u2019s\u00a0Charles Courcier<\/strong>\u00a0will discuss the complexities and rewards of AVOD licensing deals.<\/li>\n
\nKeynote: 9 Story\u2019s Vince Commisso
\n<\/strong>Vince Commisso<\/strong>, the president and CEO of 9 Story Media Group, will weigh in on the strategy for building brands, the company\u2019s focus on diversity and representation and managing a business amid the pandemic.<\/li>\n
\nTV Kids Pioneer Award: ZDF\u2019s Nicole Keeb<\/strong>
\nThe head of international co-productions, development and acquisitions for children and youth at ZDF will be honored for her contributions to the children\u2019s programming industry with a TV Kids Pioneer Award.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n
\nPremiere: Mondo TV & Toon2Tango\u2019s\u00a0The Wee Littles<\/em><\/span><\/strong>
\nThe Wee Littles<\/em>\u00a0is about a tiny family of four, living in the forest, handling their compact size with their own unique and inventive flair. Ahead of the premiere, Mondo TV\u2019s Luana Perrero and Toon2Tango\u2019s Jo Daris give a behind-the-scenes look at how the series came together.<\/li>\n
\nPremiere: Dandelooo\u2019s\u00a0The Upside Down River<\/em><\/strong>
\nThe Upside Down River<\/em>\u00a0is an adventure story based on the cult youth novel by Jean-Claude Mourlevat featuring a breathtaking quest for the one magical drop of water from the River Qjar that allows for eternity.<\/li>\n
\nPremiere: ACTF\u2019s\u00a0Hardball Season 2<\/em>\u00a0&\u00a0The Inbestigators<\/em><\/strong>
\nIn season two of\u00a0Hardball<\/em>, Mikey and the gang go on a huge adventure to win against the best players in the state in the prestigious handball tournament\u2014Staties!\u00a0The Inbestigators<\/em>\u00a0is a mystery detective comedy series. When 10-year-old Maudie, a freakishly gifted observer of human behavior, forms a detective agency with her classmates Ezra, Ava and Kyle, no school or neighborhood crime is left unsolved.![\"\"](\"https:\/\/worldscreen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/2021-05-17-sponsors.png\")
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