YouTube, Channel 4 and Zandland execs join powerhouse schedule
With just six weeks to go until the third edition of the TellyCast Digital Content Forum, a final wave of prestigious speakers has been unveiled. Joining thought leaders from Meta, TikTok, Snap and Twitch at Europe’s only industry event dedicated to the digital-first content sector, new additions to the speaker line-up include Neil Price – head of TV and Film partnerships at social media platform YouTube.
The new roster of speakers also includes:
Ben Zand – CEO & founder Zandland
Janine Smith – Head of Creative & Culture Channel 4
Hannah Walsh – Principle Analyst Ampere Analysis
Yusuf Omar – CEO & founder Seen.TV
Returning to BFI Southbank in London on 7th November 2024, the Digital Content Forum has established itself as a unique environment where creators, studios, producers, brands, media agencies, platforms, channels and the wider content industry can pitch, network, and learn with leaders in the fast-developing world of digital-first content. Previously announced as speakers are execs from Creatorville, Strong Watch Studios, Quintus Studios, Daily Mail Group and Wall of Entertainment.
Eleven panel, keynote and masterclass sessions during the day will focus on areas including creator economics and content monetisation; original IP and formats; brand funded digital content; and smart multi-platform production techniques. The event will also feature exclusive digital-first sector research and a presentation of digital-first formats from around the world by The Wit’s Caroline Servy.
New for 2024’s event is The Bridge – a networking lounge where delegates can book meetings and pitch their projects directly to the UK’s leading digital content commissioners and buyers including A+E, UKTV, ITV Studios, Blue Ant Media, Quintus Studios, Abacus Rights, Eccho Rights and Little Dot Studios.
Delegates will also have opportunities throughout the day to network with creators, studios, networks, platforms, brands, media agencies and media across four networking sessions. Event partners include 4Studio, Connect Management, Deadline, The Drop, Quintus Studios, Tanooki, and Boom! PR.
TellyCast Media and Events’ Justin Crosby said: “As the third edition of the Digital Content Forum draws near, TellyCast has again managed to pull together an exceptional array of experts to share their insights and experiences. Interest in social-first entertainment production and distribution continues to intensify almost on a daily basis. Through events like the Digital Content Forum and The Bridge, I’m committed to helping stimulate growth for digital-first studios and content creators.”
