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

This closed-door breakfast session will offer in-depth stats on how Spanish (Spain) content is faring across APAC, with a focus on Asia & Southeast Asia, including genre, platforms/broadcasters, and top titles/companies that is having the most success.

Analyst Exclusive
Fred Black, Principal Analyst, Head of Commissioning Research, 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 Audiovisual by Spain | Atresmedia | DeAPlaneta Kids & Family | Mediterraneo Mediaset España Group | Motion Pictures | Onza Distribution | RTVE | The Mediapro Studio

Linmon Media International unveils an exciting array of captivating content for 2024 at ATF this year. This one-hour session will offer an exclusive preview to Linmon Media International’s line-up of new drama series.

All industry buyers, exhibitors, content partners, and media are welcome to attend.

This session offers elegant trimmings of Asian appetisers, with tea & coffee.

• Roy Lu, General Manager, Linmon Media International
• Jenny Jin, Director, International Distribution, Linmon Media International
• Lu Zhang, Producer, Linmon Media International
• Zhangyuxuan Qiao, International Distribution, Linmon Media International

Brought to you by Linmon International

This panel will explore how TV deals have generally been put together these last few years, how the expansion of streamers into international markets have affected regional practices, and what lessons can be learned and applied to the APAC/Asia/Southeast Asia region.

• Georgina Gonzalez, Director, Scripted Global Series, Universal International Studios (NBCUniversal)
• Kimberly Carver, Talent Manager / Producer, Anonymous Content
  
• Mandy Chang. Head of Global Documentaries, Fremantle
• Ron Halpern, EVP Global Production & Talent Management, Studiocanal
• Sophia Yen, Partner, Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP (Moderator)   

It used to be common wisdom that love for animation fades during the primary-school years. Today, it’s a teenage favourite, driven primarily by anime and comedies. Dubit SVP of Media Insights Adam Woodgate will consider the key elements of success in reaching teens and young adults with animated content, drawing on his company’s global Trends surveys. What are the most popular and emerging genres and titles in various world regions? Where do these shows come from? Do adolescents engage in “nostalgia viewing” of shows they grew up with? Do teens watch mainstream animation with their families?

Adam Woodgate, Senior VP, Media Insights, Dubit Limited

This open pitch is part of the ATF x TTB brand-new initiative for adult animation, which brings together producers and projects from Asia and Europe. For the first time, a total of 9 chosen European and Asian projects will be pitching on the same stage.

All are welcome.

Organised in collaboration with EAVE Ties That Bind (TTB) 

The traditional Japan Networking Lunch is back at ATF!

Come and meet the sales representatives of 23 broadcasters from Japan, covering all programme genres: dramas, formats, documentaries, and lifestyle programmes. The lunch will open with a short presentation of the latest trends in Japan, followed by an introduction to the Japanese delegation by BEAJ Senior Advisor, Mathieu Bejot.

Open to all buyers.

Registation for this event has closed.

(Limited vacancies, subject to accreditation)​

Facing the need to supply more and more original content to the many existing VOD platforms and services, film and series remakes have become a key product, often designed from the outset to be adapted to different countries.

In this discussion we’ll learn from the success stories of remakes in SEA and discuss with IP owners, distributors and producers: How to produce a successful remake that fits with local audience? Are remakes a safe bet for all parties involved? How has streaming transformed the approach to film and TV remakes?

All are welcome. 

Brought to you by Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA)

Many producers have figured out co-productions between themselves, but what about independent producers and production studios engineering co-productions between themselves and platforms/commissioners across territories and windows?

In this age of limited budgets and lessening upsides of ownership, commissioning budgets and appetites have severely dipped amongst buyers globally, so where and how do service producers go to cobble together budgets for their TV projects when traditional partners can't cross the finish line with them anymore?

This panel brings together studios, co-production impresarios, and commissioners, as they explore how the new reality of pre-acquisitions and co-commissioning have given producers more challenges in financing projects, but more leverage in levelling the playing field.

• Donovan Chan, Co-Founder & Creative Director, Beach House Pictures
• Justin Deimen, President, 108 Media
• Tenten Wei, Head of Studios, EST Media Holdings, Inc.
• Naman Ramachandran, International Correspondent, Variety (Moderator)

Taking a trip into the world of Asian dramas, this session uncovers the story of their growing popularity worldwide, on both linear TV and streaming platforms. We discuss the types of IPs that have gained the most popularity, with predictions on the next hits. We suggest shows that have high international appeal, based on current trends and potential preferences from a global audience. In a world where everyone is looking for new and interesting stories, Asian dramas aren't just a passing trend. They're becoming a lasting part of the big picture in global entertainment.

Florent Careme, Head of Research & Products, Glance Médiamétrie

This session unveils 1001 FRAMES’ most anticipated Thai language titles. In addition, Cantonese and Chinese language series will also be presented, promising a journey through diverse and compelling Asian narratives.

Special star appearance by Thai actress, Esther Supreeleela.

All are welcome. 

This session offers elegant trimmings of Asian appetisers, with tea & coffee.

• Anita Fang, Producer, 1001 FRAMES

Brought to you by 1001 Frames

Organised in collaboration with EAVE Ties That Bind (TTB) 

A look at the latest international Dramas that has the highest capacity to travel within the Asia Pacific region.

Tom Gennari, CEO, BB Media

The segment will feature a panel discussion focusing on the impact of Generative A.I in the Media sector. The speakers will share their views from the perspectives of individual creators, enterprises and legal experts, as they discuss the potential of Generative A.I as transformative force and the ethical considerations behind its use.

All are welcome.

Brought to you by Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA)

SEMI-FINALS: A brand-new initiative, this on-stage pitch will look at scripted/drama projects from Asia, where the winner will be offered co-production/commissioning/financing possibilities in the US, and other international markets.

All are welcome.

Judges:

• Georgina Gonzalez, Director, Scripted Global Series, Universal International Studios (NBCUniversal)
• Jocelyn Little, Managing Director, Beach House Pictures
• Ron Halpern, EVP Global Production & Talent Management, Studiocanal
  
• Tan Si En, Co-Founder-Managing Director-Producer, Momo Film Co

In association with Beach House Pictures

Mix & mingle with the best of Taiwanese production companies and celebrate the plethora of exceptional content from Taiwan!

All are welcome. 

Brought to you by Taiwan Creative Content Agency (TAICCA)

Interested to enhance the skillset of your workforce in AI and Gen AI?
Come hear from the IMDA Job Transformation Training Partners, who provide high-quality, industry-relevant training to help individuals upskill and reskill in response to the rapid transformation of the business landscape driven by technological advancements and evolving industry trends. Represented are National University of Singapore, Ngee Ann Polytechnic, NTUC Learning Hub, Singapore University of Social Sciences and the Consortium of Temasek Polytechnic-Republic Polytechnic-Generation Singapore.

All are welcome.

Brought to you by Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA)

The preschool television market is more global and hit-driven than older target ages. Not only does animation travel more easily than live action, but the audience’s developmental needs and entertainment preferences are more similar across age and culture. SVP of Media Insights Adam Woodgate will use Dubit’s syndicated Trends data to reveal top series worldwide, what’s new and what’s enduring, emerging content themes, and where local content prevails over global shows.

Adam Woodgate, Senior VP, Media Insights, Dubit Limited

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)

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.

By invitation only.

In association with Beach House Pictures

Great food - Great drinks - Great company! Celebrating a wonderful 2023 in style!

All are welcome. 

Brought to you by Mono Streaming

It is known that video monetization strategy for children’s content differs. Among barriers on the way to high revenues are restriction of targeted advertising, disabling features like notifications, and adding videos to the “watch later” playlist, etc. Today, many still feel that kids’ content cannot be monetized. A Parent Media Co. Inc.’s Daniel Riddell thinks otherwise. He sits with Dubit’s Adam Woodgate to address how kids’ content today, more than ever, can haul in the dough.

• Daniel Riddell, CTO, A Parent Media Co. Inc.
• Adam Woodgate, Senior VP, Media Insights, Dubit Limited (Moderator)

Statistics have shown that Thailand is to date, the second most vibrant content market across Asia, with the biggest content exploitation business after Korea. Known as well for good production quality over the years, Thailand’s landscape remains advantageous. This session takes a look at how True CJ Creations is manoeuvring its growth in this market.

• Michael Jung, Co-CEO, True CJ Creations & Managing Director, CJ ENM Hong Kong
• Ari Arijitsatien, Co-CEO, True CJ Creations Co. Ltd
• Cora Yim, Chief Content Officer, Sixty Percent Productions Ltd (Moderator)

With content and media investments shrinking in both Asia and the West, how should producers approach value preservation and strategic consolidation across their corporate set-ups? And what are some of the alternative financing avenues and infrastructure scaling that need to be explored in Asia for independent producers to compete with studio machinery? Join legal, banking, and producing experts in a spirited discussion on navigating rocky waves ahead.

• Bennett Pozil, Executive Vice President, Head of Corporate Banking, East West Bank
• Gary Marenzi, Founder & CEO, Marenzi & Associates
• Justin Deimen, President, 108 Media
• Richway Ponnampalam, Director, August Law Corporation (Moderator)

* A brief Q&A segment at the end will be offered as part of the session.