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Animation workers at Titmouse Vancouver unionize
The move represents the first time an animation studio in Canada has unionized, according to IATSE, and follows a groundswell across the industry in B.C.
Hot Sheet: Digital Demand for Oct. 13 to 19, 2020
The Boys claim the #1 spot on the Digital Original list, while Star Trek: Discovery lands at #3 and Schitt’s Creek comes in at #4 on the Overall TV Show chart.
Carbon footprint top of mind for producers as Sustainable Production Forum gets underway
Among the companies doubling down on reducing their carbon footprint is Vancouver-based Sim, which has unveiled new additions to its fleet of Urban Power Source (UPS) units.
BritBox elevates Emily Powers to EVP, head of North America
In her new post, Powers will continue to lead on all commercial relationships, distribution partnerships, performance marketing and customer retention while adding editorial and creative to her remit.
Quibi closure brings Canadian deals, partnerships to an end
The short-form streamer, which had a number Canadian-produced shows in the works, in addition to a content and marketing deal with Bell, is winding down its operations and looking to sell its assets.
Hulu acquires exclusive U.S. rights to Jann
The first two seasons of the Jann Arden-led sitcom will be available to U.S. audiences in early 2021 in a deal secured by the series’ producers.
Tumbling ad revenue hits Corus Entertainment’s year-end, Q4 financial results
TV revenue for the most recent quarter fell 13% to $299.1 million as advertising revenue plummeted by 25%.
How company values are a key asset in hiring, firing
Leaders from Dark Slope and Portfolio Entertainment share key strategies for hiring and firing employees to create a successful and efficient work culture.
Playback’s 10 to Watch: Asia Youngman
After swapping a burgeoning career in VFX to pursue writing and directing, Youngman is piquing the interest of industry heavyweights as she undertakes a mission to bring untold Indigenous stories to worldwide audiences.
Cream expands digital division, ups Johnny Kalangis to VP post
In addition, Dan Magnus has been appointed executive in charge of creative development, while Andrew MacDonald has been promoted to executive in charge of creative innovation at Cream Digital.
Nelvana partners up for an original film push
To capitalize on a growing demand for long-form animation, the Corus-owned prodco will invest in Duncan Studio’s feature films.
Netflix misses earnings and subs forecasts for Q3; co-CEOS comment on exec shake-ups
The company says it is “optimistic” it will complete shooting on more than 150 productions globally by year’s end, in addition to the more than 50 productions it has already wrapped.
HGTV gives Buck’s 40-Year-Old Property Virgin the go-ahead
The new 10-part series for the U.S. network tracks adult children who still live with their parents as they venture out on their first home hunt.
eOne preps new Power Rangers series, movie
Tapping into owner Hasbro’s IP catalogue, director Jonathan Entwistle has been brought in to reimagine content for the Mighty Morphin brand.
Hot Sheet: Top 30 TV programs, Oct. 5 to 11, 2020
Departure flies at #8, while The Masked Singer and Saturday Night Live land at #1 and #3, respectively.
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