By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter ZAG has appointed Mark Kingston to the new position of SVP of global consumer products to support the studio's increased growth. Kingston will lead the expansion of ZAG’s consumer products and licensing initiatives from the company's London office. He will also be responsible for managing the gaming and location-based experiences … [Read more...] about Who’s News: ZAG Appoints Mark Kingston As First SVP of Global Consumer Products
Children's Shows
Who’s News: Studio 100 Appoints Exec Producers For European Expansion
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Studio 100 Media has appointed Manuela Lumb and Richard Rowe as executive producers for the company's European business expansion. Studio 100 Media is an international production and distribution company that specializes in children’s and family entertainment. The company is a subsidiary of the Studio 100 Group. “We are thrilled to … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Studio 100 Appoints Exec Producers For European Expansion
Nelvana Studio Places Bet on A Horse Named Steve
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Sixteen South has partnered with Nelvana studio to co-develop and co-produce a 2D-animated series based on A Horse Named Steve. A Horse Named Steve is a picture book series that is written and illustrated by Kelly Collier. The first book was released in 2017 by the children’s publishing company Kids Can Press. “As we celebrate our … [Read more...] about Nelvana Studio Places Bet on A Horse Named Steve
Amuse Animation to Produce Series for Hasbro’s eOne Studio
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Amuse Animation has entered an agreement with Hasbro’s eOne studio to produce a new direct-to-digital animated preschool series. The deal marks the toy company’s first ever original, direct-to-digital preschool project. It is also Hasbro's first licensing collaboration with Amuse Animation. "In an ever-changing media landscape, it is … [Read more...] about Amuse Animation to Produce Series for Hasbro’s eOne Studio
Analysis: US Government Defines Copyright Protection for AI-Created Works
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The US Copyright Office says works created with the help of artificial intelligence may be copyrighted, in a policy with major implications for the licensing industry. From now on, all copyright applicants are legally required to disclose when their work includes AI-generated material. As well, any previously filed application that … [Read more...] about Analysis: US Government Defines Copyright Protection for AI-Created Works
Paramount Creates Global E-Commerce Platform For All Of Its Brands
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Entertainment giant Paramount Global has unveiled its first global, direct-to-consumer portal for all of its many brands. The move is in line with the latest trend in retail, which has seen many brands developing a direct-to-retail strategy. For example, the streaming giant Netflix created both its own D2C portal, and also partnered … [Read more...] about Paramount Creates Global E-Commerce Platform For All Of Its Brands
Bluey Attracts Several New Licensing Deals For BBC Kids
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter BBC Studios Kids & Family has revealed several new licensing deals and partnership renewals for Bluey-themed consumer products in North America. Bluey is an animated kids series that follows the adventures of a six-year-old Blue Heeler puppy who lives with her Dad, Mum and younger sister, Bingo. The series is written by Joe Brumm … [Read more...] about Bluey Attracts Several New Licensing Deals For BBC Kids
Bluey and Ground Up Release Children’s Shoes For Kids Foot Locker
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Ground Up International is releasing a Bluey footwear collection in partnership with Kids Foot Locker and BBC Studios Kids & Family. Jointly commissioned by BBC Studios Kids & Family and ABC Children’s, Bluey is a 2D-animated series that was created and written by Joe Brumm and produced by Ludo Studio in association with Screen … [Read more...] about Bluey and Ground Up Release Children’s Shoes For Kids Foot Locker
Merlin and Hasbro to Open a Second Peppa Pig Theme Park
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Merlin Entertainments is opening a second licensed Peppa Pig attraction in the U.S. as part of their ongoing licensing agreement with Hasbro. Merlin Entertainments is a global location-based, family entertainment company. The company currently operates more than 140 attractions, 23 hotels and six holiday villages across four … [Read more...] about Merlin and Hasbro to Open a Second Peppa Pig Theme Park
Debbie Allen Dance Partners With Hasbro’s Kiya & the Kimoja Heroes
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The Debbie Allen Dance Academy has partnered with Hasbro's Entertainment One Studio for its new animated TV series, Kiya & the Kimoja Heroes. The Debbie Allen Dance Academy, also known as DADA, is a non-profit organization committed to providing dance and performing arts education to youth across the U.S. and around the … [Read more...] about Debbie Allen Dance Partners With Hasbro’s Kiya & the Kimoja Heroes