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SINGAPORE, Nov 2, 2010 - (ACN Newswire) - As part of efforts to internationalise Singapore's media sector, the Media Development Authority (MDA) and International Enterprise Singapore (IE Singapore) will jointly lead a delegation of 11 Singapore companies on a business mission to Hollywood in conjunction with the American Film Market, which will take place in Santa Monica, United States, from 3 to 10 November.
Rated one of the top three film market events globally, the American Film Market 2010 is set to attract 8,000 participants from over the world. For the sixth year running, MDA will promote its location services at the market through a Location Singapore booth, which acts as a one-stop information centre for local and international filmmakers who wish to film in Singapore.
To help Singapore media companies access the US market, MDA is partnering with IE Singapore to bring a delegation of 14 senior business representatives from 11 media companies to the American Film Market this year. Apart from attending the event, the delegation, which comprises production and post-production houses, audio houses and animation studios, will be meeting executives from Hollywood studios and leading international film companies. Please see Annex for the list of companies in the Singapore delegation.
Ms Cassandra Tay, Director, Communications and Community & International Relations, MDA, said: "Our participation at American Film Market is part of our internationalisation efforts to help Singapore media companies gain exposure in the US market. We are happy to be working with IE Singapore to enhance our international marketing efforts and to strengthen the export of Singapore's media products and services."
"This joint-agency support will help promising Singapore media companies showcase our quality and unique east-west aesthetic to potential buyers. As the lead agency promoting overseas growth of Singapore-based enterprises and international trade, we also hope to develop a deeper understanding of the US film sector and how our companies can best access key markets. Singapore's media companies have an edge in the area of technology which will be a keen selling point addressing the growing use of computer graphics and high-tech effects. The business meetings with film distributors will be a valuable platform for participants to network with important media contacts and showcase their capabilities to one of the most influential film industries in the world," said Ms Lena Ng, Divisional Director, Infocomm & Media Division, IE Singapore.
In addition, MDA will be promoting its latest initiative ScreenSingapore to the international film fraternity at the American Film Market. ScreenSingapore is set to debut in June 2011 with plans to be the launch pad for international film releases in Asia and a platform for Asian content to be marketed to the world. It will be a meeting place for major stars and creative talents from around the world, and a hub for film-makers and the filmed entertainment business community to congregate in a neutral gateway that bridges the East and the West.
Rated one of the top three film market events globally, the American Film Market 2010 is set to attract 8,000 participants from over the world. For the sixth year running, MDA will promote its location services at the market through a Location Singapore booth, which acts as a one-stop information centre for local and international filmmakers who wish to film in Singapore.
Companies in the Singapore Delegation
Cubix International
Established in Singapore in 1995, Cubix International is a professional media and consulting firm that offers a unique blend of strategic brand consulting, media producing, marketing communications, and management solutions. Cubix International is also involved in film-financing, film-making, animation production, CGI and special effects, as well as co-production. With a team of highly qualified and experienced directors, producers and staff, Cubix International draws from a vast global network of stakeholders, including distributors, content owners and financiers, to provide end-to-end media services.
Gsmprjct
gsmprjct-media is an award winning producer of films and TV documentaries, multimedia installations, interactive applications and new media environments for museums and exhibitions. gsmprjct-media has built an enviable track record of developing material that is both engaging and enduring offering both depth and accessibility to a diverse and demanding audience. From award-winning films screened at prestigious international festivals and broadcast on television to museum multimedia productions that encourage visitor participation, gsmprjct-media continues to produce distinctive content in an entertaining and compelling fashion.
Mediacorp Raintree
MediaCorp Raintree Pictures is the pioneering movie company in Singapore. It is the movie business of Media Corporation of Singapore, the most extensive media company with TV networks, productions, radio stations, internet business, newspaper and magazines. MediaCorp Raintree Pictures was set up in August 1998 and has produced over 20 movies to date. The company works with Asian and Western filmmakers to produce 'borderless' movies for the international viewer.
Merelion Pictures
Merelion Pictures is a Singaporean film producing company with its key strength in creating world class content for global distribution, tapping on its pool of experienced screenwriters. The content is produced by the company, and distributed worldwide with the help of their distribution partners.
Moving Bits Pte Ltd
Moving Bits was founded in 1998 by award-winning director Jay Soo, and is a Singapore-based boutique studio engaged in productions around the world. They were awarded a Silver Medal for Special Efx/CGI at the 2010 New York Festivals with a nomination for Best Direction, a Silver Screen at the US International Film & Video Festival in 2010, a Gold Camera and nominated for Best of Show at the 2009 US International Film & Video Festival. In 2007, Moving Bits was the only production house from Singapore to be nominated for a Cannes Film Lion. It has also been the recipient of a CINE Special Jury Award (Best of Show) in 2007. Currently in production on a National Geographic documentary - "A Quiet Revolution", which is a documentary about how Singapore is changing, how it assesses and tracks students of all skill levels.
Omen's Studios
Omen's Studios is a vibrant and up-and-coming animation studio created by two founders, one residing in the global media center of Los Angeles, and the other in the fast-growing media hub of Asia, Singapore. Omen's Studios aims to create and deliver top quality animation for the international market, individually and in collaboration with other production companies
Shooting Gallery
Shooting Gallery Asia started in 1987 as a photography studio and expanded into digital imaging and television commercial film production. They are Singapore's largest and most established production hub, with offices in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, China, Vietnam, New Zealand and the Maldives. Its motion picture content arm works to develop and produce screen entertainment for the audience, while retaining aesthetic and market value. Shooting Gallery Motion Pictures caters to creating intellectual property content for the international market leveraging on our in-house line production services and skills. Well connected within the Asian film circuit, we are available to engage in co-productions leveraging on government seed funding and matching structures.
The Moving Images Company
The Moving Images Company is a leading international full service production and post production content provider. Headquartered in Singapore and Los Angeles, they create high-end commercials, television and internet series. Combining the talents of capable people in the industry, with 7 complete editing suites, The Moving Images Company provides quality resources in editing technology, from graphic sequences and 3D animation to platform integration.
The Moving Visuals
From crafting TV shows to entertainment promo campaigns, The Moving Visuals Co. is one of Asia's leading producers in television and the new media. Formed in 1998, we create a diverse slate of content that spans Factual shows; Branded programming; Entertainment; Animation; Children's shows; Dramas; Web series; Promo production and Formats for English and Chinese markets. Offering production facilities and expertise, The Moving Visuals currently has offices in Singapore and Beijing, as well as various partners across the globe. Its portfolio includes filming in over 100 countries and cities worldwide on hundreds of productions.
Tata Communications
Tata Communications created the Global Media and Entertainment Solutions (GMES) division to help you grow profitably in the digital media economy, even while working across diverse digital formats and evolving delivery platforms. This dedicated division delivers a suite of solutions enabling media management throughout the value chain including: creation, movement, workflow, asset management, security, storage and repurposing.
Yellow Box Studios
Yellow Box Studios is Singapore's largest and most highly awarded sound post production facility and has been producing award winning soundtracks for feature films, TV drama series, documentaries and commercials for over 10 years. With state of the art studios and office situated in the city centre, complete with a new facility housing a 5.1 Dolby approved Dub stage and one of Singapore's largest recording rooms, Yellow Box is equipped to meet any sound post production need.
About International Enterprise Singapore
International Enterprise (IE) Singapore is an agency under the Ministry of Trade and Industry spearheading the development of Singapore's external economic wing. Our mission is topromote the overseas growth of Singapore-based enterprises and international trade. With aglobal network in over 30 locations and our 3C framework of assistance - Connections,Competency, Capital, we offer services to help enterprises export, develop business capabilities, find overseas partners and enter new markets. At the same time, we work to position Singapore as a base for foreign businesses to expand into the region in partnership with Singapore-based companies. Please visit www.iesingapore.com for more information.
Contact:
Chia Pei Siang (Ms)
Head, International Communications
Communications
Media Development Authority
Tel: +65 9726 3151
Email: chia_pei_siang@mda.gov.sg
Denise Nah (Ms)
Manager, Media & Marketing
Communications
International Enterprise Singapore
Tel: +65 6433 4738
Email: denise_nah@ies.gov.sg
Topic: Trade Show or Conference
Source: Media Development Authority of Singapore (MDA)
Sectors: Film & Video
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