AGENDA 2023

Focus on Content


DECEMBER 6, WEDNESDAY


9am—6pm

MARKET OPENS


9am—6pm

ATF x TTB ANIMATION LAB 2023

A brand-new initiative for adult animation producers and projects from Asia and Europe, offering an insight into the adult animation markets, financing, and co-production possibilities between both continents.

Experts / Decision Makers / Jurors

Organised in collaboration with EAVE Ties That Bind (TTB) 

Lead Sponsor: Taiwan Creative Content Agency (TAICCA)

Sponsors: Film Development Council of The Philippines (FDCP) | Visual Industry Promotion Organization (VIPO)


9am—6pm

ATF IP ACCELERATOR PROJECT MARKET 2023

The ATF IP Accelerator (AIPA) Project Market is an annual event that brings together the best content concepts globally, to meet with international co-producing partners, distributors, commissioners, and financiers.

Project Catalysts

In collaboration with Southeast Asian Audio-Visual Association (SAAVA)

Supported by 108 Media | AV8 Media

Sponsor:  RED Digital Cinema


10am—11am

OPENING CEREMONY

Guest-of-Honour: Tan Kiat How, Senior Minister of State, Ministry of Communications and Information, Singapore

All are welcome.


11am—11:40am

TRENDING ASIA, WINNING FORMATS

A look at the latest Asian Formats that has the highest capacity to travel.

Michelle Lin, Head of Data & Analysis, K7 Media


11:40am—12:20pm

TRENDING ASIA, WINNING DOCS

In this session, we'll be diving into the world of winning documentary series on linear TV, placing a spotlight on strategies that drive audience successes. Our focus extends to crafting conclusive themes tailored to the specific tastes of regions and countries under study, with a keen eye on the diverse landscapes of Europe and Asia. As grabbing viewer attention is pivotal, we'll explore the essential elements that can make documentary series compelling and impactful in the global television arena.

Florent Careme, Head of Research & Products, Glance Médiamétrie


12pm—1pm

EURO-AMERICAN DRAMAS: THE SUCCESS OF CRIME STORIES

Buyers Lunch Showcase

This closed-door lunch session will offer in-depth stats on how the genre of Drama is faring across APAC, with an emphasis on Asia & Southeast Asia. The focus will then be narrowed to understand the demand of Euro-American crime series / films, running regional comparisons, and looking at platforms / broadcasters, and top titles / companies that are having the most success.

Analyst Exclusive
Orina Zhao, Senior Analyst, APAC Research Lead, Ampere Analysis 

Showcase Facilitator
Jeremiah McMillan, Executive Producer, International Content Executive & Strategist, Ambush 8

Open to all buyers.

Registation for this event has closed.

(Limited vacancies, subject to accreditation)​

Brought to you by Beta | Dynamic TelevisionElectric Entertainment | Mediawan RightsPicture Tree International Red Arrow StudiosZDF Studios

12pm─2pm

LUNCH GATHERING WITH TAIWAN

Join the Taiwanese for a delightful gathering over lunch, where you can mingle with representatives from Taiwan's television industry. Representatives from various companies will be present to share their passion and creativity, giving you a taste of the diverse and thrilling programs they have to offer.

Open to all buyers.

Registration for this event has closed.

(Limited vacancies, subject to accreditation)​

Brought to you by Taiwan Creative Content Agency (TAICCA)


12:30pm—1:30pm

BEST ORIGINAL PRODUCTION BY A STREAMER/OTT

In collaboration with the Asian Academy Creative Awards, this session presents the national winners for best original production by a streamer.
We take a peek at the cream of the crop in each region.

In partnership with Asian Academy Creative Awards (AACA)


1:30pm─3:30pm

A VP AFTERNOON

Taking place in the Screening Room of the Singapore Pavilion, ‘A VP Afternoon’ will showcase the multitude of Virtual Production (VP) projects that IMDA has supported over the past year through its various initiatives. The segment will spotlight our local talents and their experiences in experimenting with VP technology to realize their creative visions and develop their content projects as supported through the Virtual Production Challenge 2023, held in collaboration with Epic Games’ Unreal Engine trainers and the Virtual Production Innovation Call. Audiences will be treated to the debut screening of these projects at ATF 2023. The segment will also include a moderated panel discussion focusing on VP and its game-changing role. 

All are welcome.

Brought to you by Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA)


2pm—3pm

FRESH CONTENT K-FORMATS (KOCCA)

A much-anticipated session that presents the best of K-Formats.

Brought to you by Korea Creative Content Agency (KOCCA)


3pm—4pm

ATF x BEACH HOUSE PICTURES UNSCRIPTED PITCH 2023—
USA + INTERNATIONAL EDITION!

SEMI-FINALS: A brand-new initiative for documentary producers and projects from Asia, offering financing, and co-production possibilities in the US, and other international markets. Semi-finalists will be pitching on stage.

All are welcome.

Judges:

In association with Beach House Pictures


4pm—5pm

DRAMA GEMS FROM JAPAN

This session will offer a lineup of the most recent and compelling Japanese dramas. BEAJ Senior Advisor, Mathieu Bejot, will also go behind the scenes of two acclaimed series in a conversation with creative talents and international development executives.

Brought to you by Ministry of Internal Affairs and CommunicationsBEAJ (Broadcast Program Export Association of Japan) 

4pm─5pm

SINGAPORE HOUR

Mix & mingle over drinks with media companies, and talent from Singapore, along with their regional partners.

All are welcome. 

Brought to you by Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA)


4pm—5:30pm

ATF x BEACH HOUSE PICTURES UNSCRIPTED PITCH 2023—
USA + INTERNATIONAL EDITION!

FINALS: The pitching continues for this brand-new initiative for documentary producers and projects from Asia, offering financing, and co-production possibilities in the US, and other international markets. Finalists will be pitching behind closed doors.

The pitching continues for this brand-new initiative for documentary producers and projects from Asia, offering financing, and co-production possibilities in the US, and other international markets. Finalists will be pitching behind closed doors.

By invitation only.

In association with Beach House Pictures


4:30pm─6:30pm

KOREAN PAVILION NETWORKING EVENT

Discover more wonderful K-Content over drinks and light bites.

All are welcome.

Brought to you by Korea Creative Content Agency (KOCCA)


5pm—6pm

iQIYI iJOY: 2024 GRAND REVEAL

iQIYI presents its first-ever international edition of its iJOY conference. The Asian streaming leader will unveil its 2024 flagship programs and original productions from across the region, including Thailand and Malaysia. This session will see top executives and creative partners gather on stage.
 
iQIYI 2024 Content Strategy

Brought to you by iQIYI


5pm─6pm

FRENCH TV COCKTAIL HOUR

Unifrance, in partnership with the Embassy of France in Singapore, welcomes you to celebrate French TV programmes in all their diversity.

All are welcome.

Brought to you by Unifrance


6pm—6:30pm

LIVE WITH JIN XING, CHINA'S SUPERSTAR TALK SHOW HOST

Liberty Star Media presents the Jin Xing Talk Show Presentation at ATF 2023.
Experience the brilliance of Jin Xing as she engages in captivating discussions with special guests, Yeo Yann Yann and Jeremy Monteiro. Prepare to be inspired and entertained.
Don‘t miss this extraordinary event. See you there! 

Brought to you by Liberty Media


6:30pm─8:30pm

ATF OPENING RECEPTION

A great celebratory start to the opening of ATF 2023, where networking opportunities at its best are offered. Don’t miss it!

All are welcome. 


7pm—10pm

G.H.Y x iQIYI EXTRAVAGANZA

Dinner by invitation only. 

Brought to you by G.H.Y. Culture & Media | iQIYI

*Programme subject to change

The opinions expressed and content presented by the speakers, moderators, and judges,
are solely their own and do not represent that of the producer (ATF and RX).