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MIPCOM ( Marché International des Programmes de Communication, English: International Market of Communications Programmes), is an annual trade show held in the French town of Cannes, traditionally in the month of October. It is owned and organized by Reed MIDEM, a subsidiary of Reed Exhibitions.
The event is geared towards the television industry: it is primarily attended by representatives of television studios and broadcasters, who use the event as a marketplace to buy and sell new programmes and formats for international distribution. The event also features keynote presentations and panels featuring representatives of the industry discussing new trends and developments.
Prior to MIPCOM, a spin-off event known as MIPJunior is held, which is devoted exclusively to the children's television industry.
Simon Phillip Cowell (/ˈkaʊəl/; born 7 October 1959) is an English television talent judge and mentor, music and television producer, music talent scout (aka A&R executive) and entrepreneur. He is most recognized as a judge on the British TV talent competition series Pop Idol, The X Factor, and Britain's Got Talent, and the American TV talent competition shows American Idol, The X Factor, and America's Got Talent. Cowell owns the television production and music publishing house Syco.
As a judge, Cowell often makes blunt and controversial comments, including insults and wisecracks about contestants and their abilities. He combines activities in both the television and music industries. Cowell has produced and promoted singles and albums for various artists, including television personalities. He was most recently featured on the ninth series of Britain's Got Talent and the eleventh series of UK's The X Factor.
In 2004 and 2010, Time named Cowell one of the 100 most influential people in the world.New Statesman listed Cowell at number 41 in a list of "50 People who Matter [in] 2010".TV Guide named him at number 10 in their 2013 list of The 60 Nastiest Villains of All Time. According to The Sunday Times Rich List of the wealthiest people in the UK, Cowell was worth £325 million in 2015.
MIPCOM, the world’s entertainment content market, takes place 5-8 October 2015 in Cannes. It gathers the TV industry’s leading players for 4 dynamic days of networking, conferences, exhibition, keynotes and screenings. MIPCOM is preceded by MIPJunior, the world's leading showcase for kids TV programming. The 2015 edition takes place October 3-4. More info: http://www.mipcom.com http://www.mipjunior.com
MIPCOM, the world’s entertainment content market, takes place October 17-20, 2016 in Cannes: expect 4 packed days of networking, conferences, exhibition, keynotes and screenings! Not forgetting MIPJunior, the world's leading showcase for kids TV programming, which happens 2 days prior to MIPCOM, October 15-16, 2016. To find out more and register: http://www.mipcom.com http://www.mipjunior.com
Visionary & inspiring senior executives from Turkey, with a proven track record of successful international deals, in conversation with executives from the US and Latam who believe in the power of Turkish drama and scripted formats. Speakers Kerem Çatay, CEO, Ay Yapim, Turkey Pelin Diştaş Yaşaroğlu, General Manager, Kanal D, Turkey Kim Moses, Producer, Sander / Moses Productions, USA Can Okan, CEO / President, ITV - Inter Medya, Turkey Juan Vicente, Director International Content, Megavision, Chile Moderator Anna Carugati, Group Editorial Director, World Screen, USA
Japan has been named the MIPCOM 2016 Country of Honour. The Country of Honour programme is organised in partnership with the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications (MIC). The focus of Japan’s Country of Honour showcase in Cannes will be twofold. The rapid uptake of high-definition 4K broadcasting will be one area in the spotlight. The second key focus will be on Japanese animation, with 2017 marking the 100th anniversary of the genre in Japan. Animation today accounts for 62% of Japan’s TV programming exports. MIPCOM 2016 will feature a look back at the history of Japanese animation, and will introduce the latest shows on the international marketplace. The MIPCOM Country of Honour event will also encompass presentations on Japanese tourism and cuisine. To find out more about...
Watch all the MIPCOM & MIPJunior 2014 conference videos here: http://ow.ly/CCTGS Entertainment creative icon Simon Cowell is to be honoured as the MIPCOM 2014 Personality of the Year. The TV and film producer, music label boss and internationally-renowned talent show judge will give a keynote interview on Monday 13 October in the Grand Auditorium of the Palais des Festivals. One of the best-known faces on TV screens in the world, Cowell has transformed popular culture in the 21st century through his wide-reaching TV and music enterprise. Cowell’s Syco Entertainment is a world-renowned music, film, and television production company responsible for some of the most successful global music and television franchises. Syco’s television assets include the two international phenomenon formats: ...
Jim Packer is Lionsgate President of Worldwide Television & Digital Distribution. As head of the Company’s global television distribution operations and architect of many of its digital initiatives, he directs Lionsgate’s strategies for capitalizing on evolving distribution opportunities in a fast-changing marketplace. He also spearheads the Company’s rollout of streaming platforms around the world, including Lionsgate Entertainment World with The Alibaba Group in China, the Tribeca Shortlist platform with Tribeca Enterprises and the Comic-Con SVOD service with Comic-Con International. Mike Hopkins is Chief Executive Officer of Hulu. Mike is a media veteran who brings more than 20 years of video experience to Hulu and has an accomplished track record of both building innovative television ...
Key players from the Turkish entertainment industry were celebrated at MIPCOM 2015 - including actors Onur Tuna, Wilma Elles and Tuba Büyüküstün and many more - interviewed at MIPCOM's Opening Night Party, held to celebrate Country of Honour, Turkey. Enjoy! More stars and top execs at MIPCOM 2015: http://ow.ly/TqrVp
Watch all the MIPCOM & MIPJunior 2014 conference videos here: http://ow.ly/CCTGS Ted Sarandos takes the MIPCOM stage for a keynote interview, to be conducted by Eric Scherer, Director Future Media, France Televisions. Ted Sarandos has led content acquisition for Netflix since 2000 and is recognised in the industry as a key innovator in the acquisition, production and distribution of film and TV series. Netflix, the world’s leading internet subscription service for TV shows and movies, has over 50 million members in more than 40 countries, who watch more than one billion hours of video per month. Netflix has a burgeoning slate of must-see original series, including “House of Cards”, “Lilyhammer”, “Hemlock Grove”, “Orange Is the New Black”, “The Killing”, the fourth season of “Arrested De...
Laurine Garaude, director of Reed MIDEM's TV division, and Lucy Smith, director of MIPCOM conferences and MIPJunior, share their pre-show excitement with Ali May in a leisurely stroll down the Seine. Shonda Rhimes, Japan Country of Honour and Kiefer Sutherland's keynote are just a few things to look forward to! Join us from October 15 in Cannes! http://bit.ly/registermipcom16
Marcio Shimabukuro, da LUVA, comemora a vitória da animação 'The Meaning Of' no pitching internacional do MIPJunior
A l’approche du Salon international des professionnels de la télévision, qui se déroulera à partir du 17 octobre à Cannes, RT a sélectionnée les meilleurs moments couvrant certains des événements récents les plus importants aux quatre coins du monde. Abonnez-vous à la chaîne YouTube de RT France : https://www.youtube.com/user/rtenfrancais RT en français : http://francais.rt.com/ Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/RTFrance Twitter : https://twitter.com/rtenfrancais Google+ : https://plus.google.com/104396643367936605095/posts
Mata Hari, the brand-new series about the infamous & eponymous dancer, courtesan and First World War spy, will feature as the Sunday Night MIPCOM 2016 World Premiere TV Screening, October 16. Based on a true story, Mata Hari series stars French actress Vahina Giocante (The Libertine) in the title role, and features an acclaimed international cast including Christopher Lambert (Highlander), and John Corbett (Sex and the City). All three will attend MIPCOM. Mata Hari is brought to MIPCOM by Red Arrow International. More info: http://www.mipcom.com/programme/screenings/
Fullscreen’s Founder & CEO George Strompolos will share how the massive multichannel network built to empower the next generation of content creators rapidly evolved into a global media company. Fullscreen has expanded in the last year through major initiatives including its strategic content studio, Fullscreen Films and Fullscreen Live, and the acquisitions of pioneering companies, Rooster Teeth and McBeard. Described as a ‘global media company that develops online creators and produces multi-platform entertainment experiences’, Fullscreen boasts 600 million subscribers who generate more than five billion video views across its global network each month and claims some 70,000 creators in its network.
Watch all the MIPCOM & MIPJunior 2014 conference videos here: http://ow.ly/CCTGS James Murdoch works across 21st Century Fox’s global portfolio of businesses and has direct responsibility for the group’s television interests, which include the Fox Networks Group in the United States and, internationally, the Company’s holdings in BSkyB, Sky Deutschland, Sky Italia and STAR India. James Murdoch represents one of the world’s global original content powerhouses. 21st Century Fox has dared to challenge convention, reshaping the industry and developing businesses that are large employers of creative talent. Their commitment to international television production coupled with their interests in pan-European pay-TV makes this a unique opportunity to hear about the group’s plans from a recognis...
"The most buzz-worthy trends of the market are discussed and analysed by a panel of industry experts. Speakers Ali May, Presenter, Mayhart, UK @alimaytv Kim Moses, Producer, Sander / Moses Productions, USA @kimmoses1 J.A. Steel, Producer/Director, Warrior Entertainment, USA @jasteel Catherine Warren, Founder and President, FanTrust Entertainment Strategies, Canada @FanTrust Moderator James Martin, Head of Social Media, MIP Markets, France @jamesmart_in"
"In a world where the audience can watch TV anytime, anywhere, on any device, how do you get YOUR content to the right audience, when they want to watch it? Twitter’s senior media executives (and one special guest) show how Twitter is the spark that ignites the conversation in our culture, and how that conversation can drive millions to discover, share and consume your content. Includes the latest on Twitter Video, products, and research on the TV x Twitter audience around the world. Speakers Dan Biddle, Director of Global Media Partnerships, Twitter, UK Fred Graver, Global Media Partnerships, Entertainment, Twitter, USA Anjali Midha, Global Media & Agency Research Director, Twitter, USA Bassem Youssef, Egyptian satirist and columnist, host of Al-Bernameg, UAE"
Scripted formats are known as ‘Dizi’ in the Turkish television industry; this session features a line-up of producers, creators and talent to discuss its originality and compatibility for the global content market. Speakers: TUBA BÜYÜKÜSTÜN, Actress KEREM DEREN, Writer, Founding Partner, Writer's Room / Yazı Odası HALIT ERGENÇ, Actor HILAL SARAL, Director, Ay Yapim TIMUR SAVCI, CEO & President, Tims productions Moderator: ED WALLER, Editorial Director, C21Media
Ryan Kavanaugh is the founder and Chief Executive Officer of Relativity, a next-generation studio that has financed nearly 200 motion pictures, generated over $22 billion in worldwide box office revenue, and earned 73 Oscar nominations. But Relativity is more than just a film studio—it is also one of the largest suppliers of unscripted television in the U.S. and a growing source of scripted programming. In his keynote address, Kavanaugh will take the MIPCOM audience behind the scenes of an emerging major studio that is breaking down the walls between Film and TV and revolutionizing the model for financing, producing, and distributing television around the world. In the process, he will share Relativity's unique approach to financing and developing film properties—and how his studio leverag...