HIGHLIGHTS

Networking Events 2023

Network as a catalyst for change,

where visionaries come together to redefine the rules of success

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GLOBAL CORPORATIONS  |  FAST-GROWTH BUSINESSES
FORGE PARTNERSHIPS  |  CULTIVATE INTERNATIONAL NETWORKS
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DECEMBER 6, WEDNESDAY


10am─11am

OPENING CEREMONY

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

All are welcome.


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 Analytics 

Showcase Facilitator
Jeremy McMillan, International Content Executive & Strategist

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 programmes they have to offer.

Open to all buyers.

Registation for this event has closed.

(Limited vacancies, subject to accreditation)​


Brought to you by Taiwan Creative Content Agency (TAICCA)


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)


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)


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

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


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


DECEMBER 7, THURSDAY


9:30am─10:30am

SPAIN'S CONTENT GOLDMINE: IN DEMAND LIKE NEVER BEFORE

Buyers Breakfast Showcase | Fresh Content from Spain

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 Analytics 

Showcase Facilitator
Jeremy McMillan, International Content Executive & Strategist 

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


12pm─1:30pm

JAPAN NETWORKING LUNCH

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)​


Brought to you by Ministry of Internal Affairs and CommunicationsBEAJ (Broadcast Program Export Association of Japan)International Drama Festival in TOKYO

2pm—4pm

1001 FRAMES SHOWCASE: THAI CONTENT UNFOLDED

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.

Brought to you by 1001 Frames


3pm─4pm

HAPPY HOUR WITH TAIWAN

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)


3:30pm—4pm

JOB TRANSFORMATION TRAINING OPEN FORUM

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)


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─6:30pm

MONO STREAMING─COCKTAIL PARTY

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

All are welcome. 


Brought to you by Mono Streaming

*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).