SATURDAY SPEED MATCHMAKING SESSION
Speed MatchMaking area Saturday, 14th Oct 09:45 - 10:45
Are you a producer with an exciting project seeking co-production partners and financing for your next big children's content hit? If so, the "Saturday Speed Matchmaking Session" is your golden ticket to connect with key buyers and commissioners who are actively on the lookout for fresh and innovative ideas in the world of children's entertainment. Taking place at the Speed MatchMaking area on Saturday, October 14th, from 09:45 to 10:45, this session is your opportunity to shine a spotlight on your projects and take a step closer to making your creative vision a reality.
Sign Up Now for Exclusive Pitch Meetings
The "Saturday Speed Matchmaking Session" offers a unique platform for you to present your projects to industry leaders actively seeking new content. By signing up for this event, you'll have the chance to secure dedicated pitch meetings with potential partners. Remember, it's first come, first served, and seats are limited. Ensure you don't miss this opportunity to pitch your projects to the right people and make valuable connections in the industry.
Exclusively for MIPJUNIOR Producers
This session is exclusively reserved for MIPJUNIOR producers with projects ready to take center stage. If you are passionate about creating engaging and captivating children's content, this is the perfect opportunity to meet like-minded professionals, secure partnerships, and secure the financial backing necessary to bring your project to life.
Meet the Industry Experts
The "Saturday Speed Matchmaking Session" boasts a stellar lineup of industry experts, all eager to discover the next big hit in children's entertainment. Here are the professionals you'll have the opportunity to connect with:
- Susanne Freese - Senior Manager Programme Acquisitions, OneGate GmbH Susanne has a wealth of experience in program buying and co-production in children's and youth films. She is responsible for licensing, co-financing, and program acquisition for OneGate Media.
- Zia Sands - Lead Acquisitions, Coproductions, and Partnerships Kids, Warner Bros Discovery EMEA Zia oversees acquisitions, partnerships, and co-productions for Warner Bros Discovery Kids & Family EMEA, working across popular networks like Cartoon Network, Boomerang, and HBO Max Kids & Family.
- Suzanne Kelly - Head of Children's & Young People's Content, RTÉ Suzanne leads the RTÉ Children's division, responsible for content across various platforms. Her dedication to delivering quality content to young audiences is evident in her impressive list of recent commissions.
- Qing Fan - Producer, Content Investment, and Co-productions, Tencent Video Qing Fan is the producer overseeing international content investment, co-production, and distribution for Kids Originals at Tencent Video, China's leading online video streaming platform.
- Joel Wilenius - Commissioning Executive, BBC Children's & Education Joel brings his experience and expertise to BBC Children's & Education as a commissioning executive, contributing to the creation of engaging and educational content for children.
- Jens Opatz - Commissioning Editor, WDR - Westdeutscher Rundfunk Jens has a rich history in the animation industry and currently oversees all animation programs at German public broadcaster WDR, shaping the landscape of children's content.
- Telidja Klaï - Content Manager, VRT - Ketnet Telidja is responsible for programming strategy, target strategies, and program acquisitions for Ketnet, the dedicated children's channel of the public broadcaster VRT in Belgium.
- Orion Ross - Vice President, International Animation, The Walt Disney Company Orion and his team at Disney Branded Television develop and produce animated series for Disney's global platforms, seeking stories infused with magic, wonder, adventure, and heart for kids and families worldwide.
- Kerstin Viehbach - Commissioning Lead Kids Fiction, Super RTL Fernsehen GmbH Kerstin has over twenty years of experience in the children's media industry, overseeing the commissioning of kids' series for Super RTL, ensuring that brilliant topics resonate with children of all ages.
- Vicky Schroderus - Senior Executive in Charge of International Co-Productions and Acquisitions, YLE Finnish Broadcasting Company Vicky negotiates acquisitions for kids' content and co-produces internationally live action content for YLE Children and Youth, bringing international and Finnish content to young audiences.
Don't miss this opportunity to connect with industry leaders who can help turn your creative ideas into a reality. Secure your spot for the "Saturday Speed Matchmaking Session" and take a step closer to bringing your children's content project to life. Your next big hit could be just one pitch meeting away!