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Book now for Publish! A Day of Innovation on the Future of the Book, 8 December (Watershed, Bristol)
| Publish! A Day of Innovation on the Future of the Book Watershed, Bristol 8 December 2011 10am to 5.30pm |
http://www.mediafutures.org.uk/2011/
Innovation is key to surviving and prospering in business. Can innovation invigorate the book and the publishing industries?
Book now for this Media Futures Day of Innovation, at which you can find out how to be more innovative; understand how publishers (and new players) are making money from digital; meet innovators working on the future of the book; and network with potential partners who can help you develop successful digital products.
Key thinkers and doers will give thought-provoking Lightning Talks and present recent Show and Tells, giving you insights into what has and hasn’t worked in innovation and business growth. There will also be industry briefings and panel discussions to debate hot topics.
Presenters include Meg Geldens of Touch Press; Ben Wright of Random House; Jonas Lennermo of ustwo; Chris Book of Bardowl; Charles Catton of Amber Books; Erica Wolfe-Murray of Lola Media; Matt Marsh of Firsthand Experience; Anna Lewis of CompletelyNovel.com; Alastair Horne of the Cambridge University Press; Michael Kowalski of Contentment; William Higham of The Next Big Thing; Dean Johnson of Brandwidth; David Burton of Redweb; novelist Naomi Alderman; Alexis Kennedy of Failbetter Games; and Dave Addey of Agant. See the full programme:
http://mediafutures.org.uk/2011/programme/
Innovation is key to surviving and prospering in business. Can innovation invigorate the book and the publishing industries?
Book now for this Media Futures Day of Innovation, at which you can find out how to be more innovative; understand how publishers (and new players) are making money from digital; meet innovators working on the future of the book; and network with potential partners who can help you develop successful digital products.
Key thinkers and doers will give thought-provoking Lightning Talks and present recent Show and Tells, giving you insights into what has and hasn’t worked in innovation and business growth. There will also be industry briefings and panel discussions to debate hot topics.
Presenters include Meg Geldens of Touch Press; Ben Wright of Random House; Jonas Lennermo of ustwo; Chris Book of Bardowl; Charles Catton of Amber Books; Erica Wolfe-Murray of Lola Media; Matt Marsh of Firsthand Experience; Anna Lewis of CompletelyNovel.com; Alastair Horne of the Cambridge University Press; Michael Kowalski of Contentment; William Higham of The Next Big Thing; Dean Johnson of Brandwidth; David Burton of Redweb; novelist Naomi Alderman; Alexis Kennedy of Failbetter Games; and Dave Addey of Agant. See the full programme:
http://mediafutures.org.uk/2011/programme/
Cost is 75 for individuals and small businesses, and corporate rate 100. (Plus booking fee.)
Shirani Sabaratnam
2pm-4pm on WEDNESDAY 26th OCTOBER 2011
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SALT QUAY HOUSE, 4 NORTH EAST QUAY, SUTTON HARBOUR, PLYMOUTH
ONLY 5 PLACES REMAINING AT THIS EVENT - DON'T MISS OUT!
Shirani Sabaratnam is Commissioning Editor at UKTV, one of the most important and successful multi-channel providers in the UK. Formed in 1997, it is an independent commercial joint venture, between Virgin Media and BBC Worldwide, the commercial arm of the BBC. Attracting 36 million viewers each month, the network offers a broad range of quality programming across its entertainment, lifestyle and factual offerings – Watch, GOLD, Dave, Alibi, Eden, Blighty, Yesterday, Home, Really and Good Food.
UKTV currently operates 24 broadcast streams and complementary websites for every channel brand. The success of UKTV is based on its programming including award-winning shows from the BBC and an increasing number of original commissions (around 700 hours a year) and acquisitions.
Shirani Sabaratnam will brief delegates on UKTV channel content, target audiences, commissioning priorities and processes.
Registration fee: £15 for members of Plymouth Media-Partnership, Bristol Media, Digital Peninsula Network, Wessex Media Group and Gloucestershire Media Group. Just £30 for non-members.
UKTV currently operates 24 broadcast streams and complementary websites for every channel brand. The success of UKTV is based on its programming including award-winning shows from the BBC and an increasing number of original commissions (around 700 hours a year) and acquisitions.
Shirani Sabaratnam will brief delegates on UKTV channel content, target audiences, commissioning priorities and processes.
We only have 5 places left at this event - so call or email straight away to ensure your place.
Call: 01752 346530 or email: karen@pm-p.com
Call: 01752 346530 or email: karen@pm-p.com
HOW CAN YOU GET YOUR STUFF SEEN, VALUED AND PAID FOR?
This is an invitation to creative industries companies in the South West to join us to explore the future and new sustainable model of connecting and distributing content.
This is an invitation to creative industries companies in the South West to join us to explore the future and new sustainable model of connecting and distributing content.
Tuesday, November 22, 2011
Rennes Drive
Exeter
EX4 4RN
9:45 for 10:00am start. 4pm finish
Programme for the day:
10.00 Welcome and introductions
10.15 Audiences
What do they want, where, how and when? And how these habits are changing rapidly.
11.00 How can data and designing with users drive innovation?
An overview of the findings from a study underaken for the Creative Industries Knowledge
Transfer Network
11.30 Keynote - Engaging with the Future
Chris Yapp, Futurologist - an introduction to Futures Thinking
12.30 Lunch
1.30 Omigi Demo
A new model and platform for distribution of filmed media and related content in venues &
the home. Omigi has been developed by a consortium including Golant Media Ventures,
Twofour, The Guardian and BAFTA
2.15 Workshop
How can you integrate social cinema, cinema-on-demand, enhanced VoD and content
marketing in the way you distribute and sell content?
3.30 Feedback and discussion
4.00 Close
The project is supported by the MEDIA Programme of the European Union and the Creative Industries iNet, part of Solutions for Business, funded by the European Regional Development Fund and led by South West Screen.
Click here to see the one page project outline. There is no charge for attending and lunch is included.
RSVP andrea@golantmediaventures.com Numbers are limited so please respond promptly (maximum 2 people per organisation).
We are delighted to announce that we will be launching a brand new initiative for Plymouth Media-Partnership members in the New Year.
mediainnovationnetwork.com is an online resource for companies and individuals working in digital media and the creative industries looking to share knowledge and collaborate, access market intelligence and sector information, and develop skills by connecting with research centres and knowledge hubs.
mediainnovationnetwork.com will offer the following services:
mediainnovationnetwork.com will offer the following services:
- Information on the latest news, trends, audience data, and technology
- Opportunities to network online and learn from experts and industry leaders, as well as other companies and individuals working in digital media
- A programme of fascinating, inspirational and catalytic events
- Access to CPD/Training opportunities
- Regular newsletters and e-bulletins highlighting opportunities and signposting the most interesting international, national and local events
As a Plymouth Media-Partnership member you will continue to receive monthly newsletters and e-bulletins but from January these will be brought to you by mediainnovationnetwork.com which will be our new brand name. In order to use the new services you will need to register as a mediainnovationnetwork.com user on the website when it launches in January. You can choose free registration or opt to become a premium user which will give you access to some amazing discounts and very special services including: ·
- Up to 50% discount on event registration fees
- 50% discount on each Media Innovation Award entry fee (making the cost of entry an amazing £20)
- Access to market intelligence including information about tenders, jobs and other opportunities
- Information about the latest research and development
- Dedicated legal advice hotline run by a specialist team at Foot Anstey
- Dedicated financial advice hotline run by digital media experts at Bishop Fleming
- Access to a range of accredited preferred suppliers offering discounted products and services to digital media companies
- Profile raising opportunities for the hottest and most innovative companies
If you are already a member of Plymouth Media-Partnership and you register by 31st January 2012 then the cost of the premium service is just £49, so you can see that it very quickly pays for itself if you take advantage of just a few of the benefits.
Our first discounted event is on the 26th January. Leading Your Company in 2012 will give creative business leaders insight, inspiration and leadership skills for the year ahead. The cost of the event is just £190 and we’re offering a 10% discount to premium users of mediainnovationnetwork.com You may also be entitled to reclaim 50% of the cost of this special workshop from the Leadership & Management Advisory Service. Further details and information on how to register is below.
Finally, there are still a few places available at the free Christmas Creative Networking event at the Devonport Guildhall. Join members of ArtsMatrix, Designed in Devon, Formation Zone, Plymouth Media-Partnership and Plymouth Music Forum at the Devonport Guildhall on Thursday from 7pm. More details and how to register below.
Money, help or someone who knows what they're talking about?
Two essential needs for any business are top advice and cash flow.
Two essential needs for any business are top advice and cash flow.
So, South West Screen are launching two programmes:
- "Investment Readinesss" - secure investment or funding for your business
- "Mentoring" - direct one-to-one advice from leading creative entrepreneurs
If you're interested in securing investment or building a long-term relationship with a highly successful business leader, South West Screen are bringing the UK's leading support programmes to the region. The programmes launch on November 11th.
To find out how to join the programmes, see if they are right for your business and discover who some of the big name mentors are, come to one of our taster workshops:
Bristol - Monday 7th November, 2.30-5.30pm, Waterside 3, Watershed: BOOK NOW!
Exeter - Thursday 10th November, 2.30-5.30pm, Auditorium, Exeter Conference Centre: BOOK NOW!
ABOUT THE MENTORING PROGRAMME
Receive a year's worth of 1-2-1 advice from a top-level creative entrepreneur! We've teamed up with NESTA to deliver its highly successful mentoring programme. It's your chance connect with someone who has already done what you're trying to do with your business now. We've got big names, from inside and outside the region, to share their experiences with you. You'll also have access to a business coach, exclusive workshops and access to specialist advice. More details about Mentoring programme
ABOUT THE INVESTMENT READINESS PROGRAMME
Pembridge Partners, a unique consultancy of experienced entrepreneurs and investors, will deliver an intensive short programme for a select group of creative business leaders. They'll show you how to: question the real value of an idea; develop that idea in the context of investor interest; and pitch your proposition to a panel of investors who are interested in creative investments. More details about Investment Readiness programme
Both programmes will benefit from access to advice from legal specialists Thrings and financial experts Baker Tilly.
Comments on the mentoring programme:
Jaya Chakrabarti, Managing Director, Nameless - Mentee:
"Our mentor made so much more of a difference to our company than I'd imagined. I had access to a wealth of experience from someone I could trust with intimate knowledge of my business. It might take a little leap of faith, but we're living proof that it's worth it. Our mentor (Charles Wace, Twofour Group) helped us become even stronger - he wasn't afraid to get his hands dirty, and frankly, that's the only way a small business can work!"
"Our mentor made so much more of a difference to our company than I'd imagined. I had access to a wealth of experience from someone I could trust with intimate knowledge of my business. It might take a little leap of faith, but we're living proof that it's worth it. Our mentor (Charles Wace, Twofour Group) helped us become even stronger - he wasn't afraid to get his hands dirty, and frankly, that's the only way a small business can work!"
Comments on the investment readiness programme
Andrew Mullinger, Co-founder & COO of Funding Circle:
"Creative businesses often they find themselves under the stranglehold of interest rates, borrowing fees, an arduous process or a closed door when seeking financial support. We need innovative approaches that eliminate these barriers and help companies to grow. Bespoke programmes like this are highly valuable in helping those companies to learn the pitfalls, package their business and meet the right investors."
This programme is supported by the Creative Industries iNet, part of Solutions for Business, funded by the European Regional Development Fund and led by South West Screen.
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