Boost Your Projects with the Sunday Speed Matchmaking Session at MIPJunior
Are you a MIPJunior producer with a fantastic project in search of co-production partners and financing? Look no further! The Sunday Speed Matchmaking Session at MIPJunior, scheduled for Sunday, 15th October from 09:45 to 10:45, is your opportunity to shine. This brand-new matchmaking platform will put you in the spotlight, allowing you to present your projects to key buyers and commissioners actively seeking new kids' content and creative ideas for their next big hit.
Meet the Industry Experts at MIPJunior's Speed Matchmaking Session
Several influential professionals from the children's entertainment industry will be present to review your projects and potentially become your project's next champion:
Susanne Freese - Senior Manager Programme Acquisitions, OneGate GmbH Susanne has nearly a quarter-century of experience at OneGate Media, previously Studio Hamburg Enterprises GmbH. She specializes in children's and youth films and plays a crucial role in licensing and co-financing feature films, cinema films, series, and animation programs.
Yuanchang Sun - Director of International Co-production & IP Investment (Kids), Alibaba-Youku Yuanchang oversees the International Co-production and Investment/Acquisition of Kids content at Alibaba-Youku, opening the doors for unique co-production opportunities and IP investments in the children's content domain.
Sebastian Debertin - Head of International Content, Acquisitions & Co-Prod., ARD & ZDF KiKA - The Children's Channel of ARD & ZDF With more than 25 years of experience and an Emmy award-winning creative producer, Sebastian has worked with diverse international content, including animation, fiction, non-fiction, and pre-school content. He's the man behind many successful and award-winning animated programs.
Adriano Schmid - Vice President, PBS KIDS Content Adriano leads the PBS KIDS Content team and is responsible for the brand's full content library. He focuses on creating multi-platform content strategies to cater to evolving needs, always on the lookout for fresh talents and approaches to content production.
Telidja Klaï - Content Manager, VRT - Ketnet As a Ph.D. in Clinical and Developmental Psychology, Telidja is responsible for Ketnet, the dedicated children's channel of the public broadcaster VRT in Belgium. She focuses on creating 360° programming strategies, target strategies, and managing program acquisitions and animation co-productions.
Christina Jang - Manager of Content Acquisitions and Partnerships, Disney Branded Television, The Walt Disney Company Christina is part of a team that identifies, assesses, and acquires third-party content from around the world, catering to kids, tweens, teens, and families for Disney+, Disney Channel, Disney XD, and Disney Junior.
Massimo Bruno - Head of TV/CEO KidsMe, De Agostini Massimo is the Director of TV Channels at De Agostini Editore in Italy, running DeAKids and DeAJunior. He also serves as the CEO of KidsMe, focusing on developing, producing, and distributing children and family content locally and internationally.
In the ever-evolving world of children's content, the Sunday Speed Matchmaking Session at MIPJunior is the perfect opportunity to showcase your unique projects and forge the connections that can transform your ideas into reality. Don't miss out—secure your spot today and let your creativity shine!