Entertainment And Sports Industry: Creative Artists Agency (CAA), Las Vegas Sands, Live Nation Entertainment, the New York Yankees, the Smithsonian Institution, and Walt Disney etc.
INDUSTRY OVERVIEW:
The U.S. media and entertainment (M&E) industry is the largest in the world. At $717 billion, it represents a third of the global M&E industry, and it includes motion pictures, television programs and commercials, streaming content, music and audio recordings, broadcast, radio, book publishing, video games, and ancillary services and products. The U.S. industry is expected to reach more than $825 billion by 2023, according to the 2018-2023 Entertainment & Media Outlook by PriceWaterhouseCoopers (PwC).
Filmed Entertainment (Motion Pictures, Television, and Video)
The U.S. filmed entertainment industry encompasses films, movie theaters, TV subscriptions and electronic home video production, and distribution and consumption. Box office receipts are expected to surpass $11 billion in 2019 (this figure includes projected cinema advertising earnings of $991 million). TV and home video earnings are expected to reach $96 billion in 2019. Due to the rapid expansion of streaming video on demand (SVOD), television subscriptions are expected to experience a slight decline (to $91 billion) through 2019.
Box office numbers are expected to grow as theaters adopt digital screens, increase ticket prices, diversify concession options, offer consumer products such as movie or brand related merchandise, and offer membership discounts to attract viewership. Traditionally the film industry consisted of multinational umbrella corporations, major studios, and independent studios or “indies.” Today, multi-channel networks engage in the filmed entertainment sector and SVOD platforms are major drivers in the filmed entertainment sector.
Drawing on formidable strengths, the U.S. film industry has a proven ability to produce films that generate hundreds of millions of dollars, including revenues from distribution across strong domestic and international networks. Success in the industry is based on creativity and financing, and the industry is largely self-regulated. The U.S. market has a large talent pool of writers, actors, producers, directors and technical experts, and is home to a variety of film crews, post-production firms, backdrops, and infrastructure to support production. U.S. filmmakers also receive critical protections for their intellectual property.
Many of the leading motion picture studios are part of larger media conglomerates that often include television, video and streaming services, music services, newspaper, cable and magazine segments. The U.S. filmed entertainment sector enjoyed a trade surplus of $10.3 billion in 2016 (latest available data), which was roughly 4 percent of the total U.S. private sector services trade surplus that year.
The industry offers attractive possibilities for international companies, both large and small, and provides film production tax incentives. With the shift toward digital production and distribution, foreign firms are continually seeking out U.S. digital and animation expertise and new formats.
Music
The U.S. recorded music industry (including concerts and touring) grew to $22 billion in 2019. Collectively, it is the largest global music market. Aside from contracting physical music sales, all segments of recorded music are up, including digital, streaming, and sync licensing. Since overtaking physical music sales in 2014, digital sales have helped the music industry adapt to a fast-changing entertainment landscape (royalties are expected to reach $1.1 billion in 2019). Live and recorded music sales are rising, and digitally recorded music is expected to grow just under $1 billion in 2019. Many companies in the industry have diversified, signing sync deals with vertical businesses for TV ads, in-flight entertainment, satellite radio, restaurants, touring, live entertainment, and merchandise. The United States also has the world’s largest performance rights market and earns half of global sync revenues.
Digital technologies have revolutionized the music industry by creating high quality, low-cost recording technologies and digital distribution, along with the proliferation of devices to download and listen to music. Future industry growth is likely to come from diversified services as they capitalize on vertical business opportunities to license brand name products and services, packaging consumer experiences around touring and live music, bundling music services with other online content services and more. Streaming services will continue to grow and offer more personalized services for consumers. The consumer has more power to influence digital entertainment industries than ever before.
Video Games
The U.S. gaming industry accounts for a significant amount of the M&E industry, and revenues are expected to reach nearly $26 billion in 2019. Today’s consumers have access to multiple devices for gaming, including PCs, mobile phones, digital or physical consoles, and tablets. The sector is comprised of: physical, digital, and online games; mobile apps; and virtual and augmented reality (VR/AR). Electronic sports, also known as “eSports” or “e-sports”, includes professional gaming, in which players compete before a live audience, and the industry is growing quickly: $281 billion in 2019, more than double its size in 2016. In 2019, eSport media rights earnings will have quadrupled to $69 million in that same period. (NOTE: eSports earnings data are currently available for about ten key markets worldwide).
The industry is constantly innovating and bringing new applications to market. VR is the use of digital technology to replace reality with a complete and realistic, immersive simulation, while AR is interaction with computer-generated content overlaid with the “real world”. Using VR/AR, U.S. developers and scientists are producing cutting-edge solutions in healthcare, education, online shopping, and entertainment. VR gaming has grown more than 14 percent since 2018.
SPORTS
Over the past 20 or 30 years, the major trend in sports has been the tremendous growth in revenues, primed by televised broadcasting of games. This innovation led first to increased advertising sales, then to sponsorships, and then to stadium naming rights. Player endorsements provide a human (or superhuman) face to these sports-marketing efforts. Over time, teams and leagues have become much more business-minded, and revenues have increased many times over. This transformation has fueled the need for business people to wheel and deal, and squeeze as much money out of every sporting event or deal as possible.
However, sports consumers (whoops, make that “fans”) are becoming increasingly disillusioned with the transformation of sports into a money-making machine, one that has encouraged player hubris, corporate intrusion, and a general disregard for the fans. Older fans have voted with their, um, backsides, by keeping them at home rather than seating them in stadiums. And younger people have moved toward “action” sports more to their liking, such as snowboarding and BMX, as these are exactly the kinds of things they like to do themselves.
As consumers retreat, corporate sponsors are forced to be more selective in their campaigns, usually by targeting as closely as possible the demographic they are after. They are also demanding more from sponsorship deals. Valuation services is a growing segment of sponsorship, since it attempts to quantify and evaluate the return on investment of any such deal.
Companies in this industry sector produce or promote live entertainment and other events, operate amusement and leisure activity facilities, or preserve and exhibit objects and sites of historical or cultural significance. Major companies and organizations include Creative Artists Agency (CAA), Las Vegas Sands, Live Nation Entertainment, the New York Yankees, the Smithsonian Institution, and Walt Disney Parks and Resorts (all US-based); as well as Cirque du Soleil (Canada); Galaxy Entertainment (Hong Kong); IGT, Merlin Entertainments, and William Hill (all based in the UK); the Louvre (France); and Real Madrid (Spain).
The global recreation market is forecast to grow to more than $2 trillion in 2027 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.7%, according to The Business Research Company.
The US arts, entertainment, and recreation sector includes about 140,000 establishments (single-location companies and units of multi-location companies) with combined annual revenue of about $265 billion.
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DICK’S Sporting Goods Announces Partnership with Team USA and the LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games
PITTSBURGH, July 23, 2024 — Today, DICK’S Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS), Team USA and LA28 announced an exclusive partnership that designates DICK’S as the Official Sporting Goods Retail Provider. DICK’S will also serve as an Official Supporter of Team USA for Paris 2024, Milano Cortina 2026, and LA28, and kick off the celebration of Paris 2024 with ad placements during NBCUniversal’s coverage of the upcoming Olympic and Paralympic Games. DICK’S Sporting Goods first partnered with Team USA during Rio 2016 and PyeongChang 2018.
DICK’S Sporting Goods Announces Partnership with Team USA and
the LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games
As an Official Supporter, DICK’S plans to bring customers closer to the Olympic and Paralympic Games by showing their support in stores across the country, and through original storytelling, advertising and social content that feature athletes and the iconic Team USA brand. While DICK’S will continue selling an exceptional array of Team USA licensed products, this deal unlocks an opportunity for the brand to co-create exclusive LA28-branded gear with LA28 licensees for sale through DICK’S in-store and online.
The partnership will also include travel and training apparel, using DICK’S owned brands, for 11 Team USA national governing bodies, beginning with USA Canoe/Kayak this summer.
“We are thrilled to be a part of Team USA’s journey for years to come and are looking forward to welcoming the Summer Games back to the U.S. for the first time in more than 30 years in Los Angeles,” said Mark Rooks, VP Creative, Sponsorships and Entertainment at DICK’S Sporting Goods. “As the Official Sporting Goods Retail Provider of LA28, we are exploring ways to engage the community, celebrate with fans across the country and further our investment in youth sports.”
“We couldn’t be happier to have DICK’S Sporting Goods back in the Olympic and Paralympic family,” said Chris Pepe, Chief Commercial Officer at United States Olympic and Paralympic Properties (USOPP). “LA28 is reimagining the way the Games serve the world, and sport is at the core of that. Additionally, DICK’s ongoing involvement in youth sports will inspire future athletes across the world, during and well after the Games conclude.”
To celebrate this partnership and pinnacle moment in sport, DICK’S also released a new marketing campaign titled, Big Moments. Through a :30 compilation of user generated sports content, Big Moments showcases that the biggest moments in sports don’t just happen in sold-out arenas, on national TV, or with a world record on the line; they happen every day in youth sports, anywhere and everywhere people play, and have a powerful impact on young athletes’ lives. Big Moments is an extension of DICK’S Sports Change Lives campaign which launched in March 2023.
“For young athletes, seemingly small moments can be extraordinary – whether it’s making the team, hitting a game winning shot, or scoring your very first goal,” said Kate Fedishen, VP Marketing at DICK’S Sporting Goods. “With our Big Moments campaign, we are taking these joyful, triumphant, real-world stories in youth sports and giving them the spotlight they deserve on the world’s biggest stage for sports.”
Today, Big Moments started running across social and streaming services, and will make its broadcast premiere during the Olympic Games Paris 2024 on NBC. The campaign will continue to run across NBC platforms throughout the remainder of the Games.
As part of the campaign, DICK’S Sporting Goods is asking fans to share their biggest sports moments on social, tagging @dickssportinggoods and using #BigMomentsEveryDay for an opportunity to be featured on the brand’s social channels. To further amplify this content, DICK’S is tapping Gabby Douglas, Tony Hawk, Dominique Dawes, Ezra Frech and more to share their own biggest moments and interact with fans.
Legends, a global premium experiences company, helped source the partnership between DICK’S Sporting Goods and LA28.
About DICK’S Sporting Goods
DICK’S Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS) creates confidence and excitement by inspiring, supporting and personally equipping all athletes to achieve their dreams. Founded in 1948 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, the leading omnichannel retailer serves athletes and outdoor enthusiasts in more than 850 DICK’S Sporting Goods, Golf Galaxy, Public Lands, Going Going Gone! and Warehouse Sale stores, online, and through the DICK’S mobile app. DICK’S also owns and operates DICK’S House of Sport and Golf Galaxy Performance Center, as well as GameChanger, a youth sports mobile platform for live streaming, scheduling, communications and scorekeeping.
Driven by its belief that sports have the power to change lives, DICK’S has been a longtime champion for youth sports and, together with its Foundation, has donated millions of dollars to support under-resourced teams and athletes through the Sports Matter program and other community-based initiatives. Additional information about DICK’S business, corporate giving, sustainability efforts and employment opportunities can be found on dicks.com, investors.dicks.com, sportsmatter.org, dickssportinggoods.jobs and on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and X.
About LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games
The LA28 Games will mark Los Angeles’ third time to host the Olympic Games, previously hosted in 1984 and 1932, and first time to host the Paralympic Games. Los Angeles will host the world’s most elite athletes in 2028 as it welcomes Paralympians and Olympians from around the world to compete on the biggest stage in sports. The LA28 Games are independently operated by a privately funded, non-profit organization with revenue from corporate partners, licensing agreements, hospitality and ticketing programs and a significant contribution from the International Olympic Committee.
About Team USA
Team USA is the world’s largest and most diverse team of athletes from across the United States who compete at the Olympic, Paralympic, Youth Olympic, Pan American and Parapan American Games. The United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee, founded in 1894, serves as the National Olympic Committee and National Paralympic Committee for the United States and is responsible for protecting, supporting and empowering Team USA athletes. For more information, visit TeamUSA.org.
Esports World Cup Expands Its Audience Through New Multi-Platform Partnership With Warner Bros. Discovery
Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) and the Esports World Cup Foundation have agreed an all-encompassing partnership that will see extensive coverage of the innovative multi-genre esports competition appear on some of the biggest platforms and channels in Europe, Asia and the Middle East.
Harnessing the breadth of Warner Bros. Discovery’s global network, the partnership will lean on the business’ expertise via its Eurosport and CNN brands to help the Esports World Cup reach new audiences across the globe through a multi-platform approach that will include a host of innovations to help elevate esports coverage for mainstream audiences.
From Esports shows to brand new social media formats to a dedicated section on the Eurosport website, Warner Bros. Discovery will ensure every major story is told in full throughout the eight-week event.
Mike Rich, Head of Warner Bros. Discovery, Sports & Lifestyle International Brand Partnerships, said: “Esports World Cup is a competition where sport meets entertainment which aligns neatly with Warner Bros. Discovery’s ambition for our streaming services to become the premier sports and entertainment destination for consumers.
“With the popularity of esports continuing to grow, partnering with the Esports World Cup affords Warner Bros. Discovery a unique opportunity to reach new audiences and celebrate its fandom.”
Ralf Reichert, CEO Esports World Cup Foundation, said: “We are thrilled to partner with Warner Bros. to bring the excitement and drama of the Esports World Cup to an even broader global audience. This collaboration allows us to leverage their extensive network and expertise across Eurosport, CNN, and other platforms to create amazing content and reach new fans in ways we never could before. We’re confident that this partnership will not only elevate the visibility of the Esports World Cup but also reignite passion for competitive gaming worldwide.”
The Esports World Cup is a global celebration of competitive excellence and esports fandom. The competition features a unique cross-game structure that will pit the world’s top esports teams and athletes against one another for the largest-ever prize pool. Debuting in the summer of 2024, gamers, publishers, and fans from around the globe will come together in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, to crown the world’s first Esports World Cup Club Champion. https://esportsworldcup.com/en
Kicking off on July 3, the Esports World Cup is an eight-week celebration of competitive excellence and esports fandom that will draw the world’s top Clubs together to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The world’s best esports Clubs will compete in 22 competitions featuring the world’s top 21 games, in a global esports spectacle that will ultimately find and crown the first World Cup Club Champion. The qualified Clubs are competing for over $60 million in prize money.
Max and discovery+* will also offer viewers live streaming of selected sessions from the Esports World Cup.
*Max is available across France, the Nordics, Iberia, Central and Eastern Europe; HBO Max is WBD’s streaming platform in Belgium and the Netherlands; discovery+ is the streaming platform for Germany, Italy and the United Kingdom. They will be the only places to watch every moment of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 live.
Dick’s Sporting Goods And The WNBA\\S Partnership To Promote Women\\\\\\\’s Sports And Youth Participation
PITTSBURGH and NEW YORK, – Today, DSG, a DICK’S Sporting Goods’ (NYSE: DKS) exclusive brand that provides performance clothing and gear for the entire family, and the Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) announced the launch of their girls’ apparel collection, marking the first-ever collaboration between the two brands.rnrnAs the Official Sporting Goods Retail Partner of the WNBA, DICK’S Sporting Goods is continuing its commitment to promote women’s sports, encourage youth participation, and increase visibility of the league, its teams, and players through this apparel collection. rnrnWhile DICK’S currently carries an assortment of authentic WNBA sports apparel and equipment, this is the first-time young girls will be able to enjoy an official WNBA lifestyle collection made just for them. To further build upon the commitment, DICK’S Sporting Goods will for the fourth year bring It’s Her Shot to select communities nationwide to help empower young female athletes take their place on the court with confidence.rnrnNow available for purchase in select DICK’S Sporting Goods stores across the nation and on dicks.com, the DSG collection includes girls’ tank tops, t-shirts, shorts and a jacket. rnrnThe unique apparel designs pay homage to the WNBA’s iconic orange and the league’s twelve teams’ colors.rnrn”When we entered into our partnership with the WNBA, our goal was to use our resources to drive change and bring more visibility to women and girls in sport,” said Melissa Christian, VP, Divisional Merchandise Manager – Youth Apparel at DICK’S Sporting Goods. “This collection is inspired by whitespace we saw in youth girls’ apparel and it provides young basketball fans with an opportunity to wear product that encourages them to show their love and fandom of the WNBA and express their passion for the game. rnrnThe WNBA has been a phenomenal partner throughout this process, and we are excited to have this product available for young athletes at a time when women’s sports, and basketball in particular, are on the rise.”rnrn”The WNBA is excited to partner with DICK’S Sporting Goods to bring this new collection of apparel to young girls,” said WNBA Chief Growth Officer Colie Edison. “The creation of this collection illustrates the commitment that DICK’S has to supporting women’s basketball and growing the sport for the next generation. rnrnWith momentum for the WNBA at an all-time high, we’re thrilled to bring this new set of apparel to our passionate fanbase.”rnrnContinuing their commitment to youth sports, the DSG x WNBA collection is a part of DSG’s giveback program which contributes 1% of every sale to The DICK’S Sporting Goods Foundation’s Sports Matter Program, benefitting under-resourced youth sports organizations nationwide. rnrnSince 2014, DICK’S and The DICK’S Sporting Goods Foundation have helped over 2 million kids in the game and committed over $100 million to support young athletes with equipment, registration fees, league costs and playing fields through its Sports Matter program.rnrnrnrnAbout DICK’S Sporting GoodsrnDICK’S Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS) creates confidence and excitement by inspiring, supporting and personally equipping all athletes to achieve their dreams. Founded in 1948 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, the leading omnichannel retailer serves athletes and outdoor enthusiasts in more than 850 DICK’S Sporting Goods, Golf Galaxy, Public Lands, Going Going Gone! and Warehouse Sale stores, online, and through the DICK’S mobile app. DICK’S also owns and operates DICK’S House of Sport and Golf Galaxy Performance Center, as well as GameChanger, a youth sports mobile platform for live streaming, scheduling, communications and scorekeeping.rnrnDriven by its belief that sports have the power to change lives, DICK’S has been a longtime champion for youth sports and, together with its Foundation, has donated millions of dollars to support under-resourced teams and athletes through the Sports Matter program and other community-based initiatives. Additional information about DICK’S business, corporate giving, sustainability efforts and employment opportunities can be found on dicks.com, investors.dicks.com, sportsmatter.org, dickssportinggoods.jobs and on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and X.rnrnrnrnAbout the WNBArnThe WNBA is a bold, progressive basketball league that stands for the power of women. Featuring 12 teams and entering its 28th season in 2024, the W is a unique sports property that combines competition and entertainment with a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion and social responsibility. Through its world-class athletes, the in-game fan experience, TV and digital broadcasts, digital and social content, and community and youth outreach programs, the league celebrates and elevates the game of basketball and the culture around it. In 2020, the WNBA and the Women’s National Basketball Players Association (WNBPA) signed a groundbreaking eight-year CBA that has charted a new course for women’s basketball – and women’s sports overall – with a focus on increased player compensation, improvements to the player experience, expanded career development opportunities and resources specifically tailored to the female professional athlete. Key elements of the agreement are supported through the league’s partnership platform, the WNBA Changemakers Collective, with AT&T, the WNBA’s Marquee Partner and inaugural Changemaker, as well as fellow inaugural Changemakers Deloitte and NIKE, Inc., and subsequent additions Google, U.S. Bank and CarMax. During the 2020 season, the WNBA and WNBPA launched the WNBA Justice Movement forming the Social Justice Council with the mission of being a driving force of necessary change and continuing work regarding women’s and maternal health and voting rights, among other important societal issues.
A2IM and IMPALA Launch Carbon Calculator Project For the U.S., Supported by Merlin
New York, NY – Independent trade associations, A2IM (USA) and IMPALA (Europe) in partnership with Julie’s Bicycle are launching a free one-year pilot project of IMPALA’s Carbon Calculator in the U.S. with the support of Merlin. This is the first step towards rolling out the tool in the world’s biggest music market, so the sector can measure and reduce carbon footprints in as coordinated a way as possible.
The project includes key North American labels, who will provide input on any developments needed to the tool for a full roll-out, as well as providing a pathway for future calculator adaptations in other key territories.
Already used by labels with U.S. businesses, the calculator helps companies report in a standardized way by scopes, in line with GHG protocol and Race to Zero/SBTi commitments. The calculator now displays the footprint in scopes 1,2 and 3 and it also allows labels to report on other impacts and actions beyond carbon.
Thanks to Merlin’s support, the project launched during this year’s Indie Week with participation from a group of A2IM members of different sizes. The session was delivered by a representative of IMPALA and Julie’s Bicycle. This event was an opportunity to gather interested companies, build capacity within the community and provide tailored support to the companies selected for the pilot project.
The project will also include workshops for A2IM members, serving as a platform to gather feedback, address potential questions, and ensure a smooth transition for users. 1-on-1 meetings between the developer team and company representatives will be available to guide companies in need of extra support.
IMPALA launched its Carbon Calculator in April 2022, in partnership with Julie’s Bicycle. The calculator is based on Julie’s Bicycle Creative Climate Tools, tailored specifically to meet the needs of independent record companies with IMPALA. The first membership Carbon Calculator report was released in 2023, with the second one in the pipeline.
Dr. Richard Burgess, President & CEO of A2IM commented: “We are very excited that the U.S. is the first territory in the internationalization of IMPALA’s Carbon Calculator. Thanks to Merlin‘s support, our members will be able to shape the tool for the U.S. market and play a key role in the expansion of its use.”
Karla Rogozar, Sustainability Lead, IMPALA added: “To help standardise the sector’s approach across regions, it’s important to have these projects in key markets. Merlin’s support is vital to facilitate internationalization of the IMPALA calculator.”
Jeremy Sirota, CEO of Merlin continued: “Our path towards a more sustainable future involves all of us working together. That’s why we are pleased to support internationalising the IMPALA Carbon Calculator. We are excited to see its roll-out in the U.S. to help more independents build that future together.”
Chiara Badiali, Music Lead, Julie’s Bicycle concluded: “This pilot is an invaluable opportunity to build new shared understanding and pathways between the European and US independent music companies, because meeting the climate crisis head-on means coming together, learning from and with each other, and taking action collectively.”
This project represents the first step towards internationalization and broader collaboration in the sector. IMPALA invites other interested parties to reach out and work together on this item.
About IMPALA
IMPALA was established in 2000 and now represents over 6000 independent music companies. 99% of Europe’s music companies are small, micro and medium businesses and self-releasing artists. Known as the independents, they are world leaders in terms of innovation and discovering new music and artists – they produce more than 80% of all new releases and account for 80% of the sector’s jobs. IMPALA’s mission is to grow the independent music sector sustainably, return more value to artists, promote diversity and entrepreneurship, improve political access, inspire change, and increase access to finance. IMPALA works on a range of key issues for its members, runs various award schemes and has a programme aimed at businesses who want to develop a strategic relationship with the independent sector – Friends of IMPALA.
About A2IM:
A2IM is a 501(c)(6) not-for-profit trade organization headquartered in New York City that exists to support and strengthen the independent recorded music sector. Membership currently includes a broad coalition of more than 700 Independently-owned American music labels. A2IM represents these independently owned small and medium-sized enterprises’ (SMEs) interests in the marketplace, in the media, on Capitol Hill, and as part of the global music community. In doing so, it supports a key segment of America’s creative class that represents America’s diverse musical cultural heritage. Billboard Magazine identified the Independent music label sector as 37.32 percent of the music industry’s U.S. recorded music sales market in 2016 based on copyright ownership, making Independent labels collectively the largest music industry sector.
MAX Arrives in France and Poland, and Enhanced Offerings Rolls Out in Netherlands and Belgium Completing Initial Phase of European Launches
Paris & Warsaw, 11th June 2024 – Max is now live and available to watch in France and Poland, Warner Bros. Discovery (“WBD”) announced today, completing the first wave of European launches that began last month. Following these latest launches, Max is available in 25 countries in Europe, spanning Iberia, France, Benelux, Nordics, and Central and Eastern Europe and 65 countries and territories in total globally*. An enhanced HBO Max has also launched in the Netherlands, and will launch in Belgium on 1st July, after an early access period starting today.
JB Perrette, CEO and President of Global Streaming & Games at Warner Bros. Discovery said: “Max’s global momentum continues to build as even more customers now have access to unparalleled quality content including HBO, Discovery, Warner Bros, DC, Eurosport and CNN. These international fan-favorites are complemented with meaningful, high quality local original programming. With over half the worldwide market still ahead of us, the globalisation of Max is only just beginning.”
The new and improved app sees new features, enhanced performance, brand-new stories, and more worlds of entertainment. The launch will see the return of HBO Original House of the Dragon S2 on 17th June in Europe. Later this year, The Penguin and Dune: Prophecy arrive. Dune: Part Two is available now in addition to Barbie, Wonka, and Harry Potter from Warner Bros. and Aquaman, Joker and Batman from the DC Universe**. HBO Originals include The Last of Us, Succession, The White Lotus, Euphoria, and all four seasons of True Detective. Friends and Big Bang Theory from Warner Bros. Television and Discovery favourites include 90 Day Fiancé, Gold Rush and Naked and Afraid. CNN International is also live on Max in France and Poland ahead of the CNN Presidential Debate on 27th June.
Max builds on WBD’s rich history in Europe and leverages its deep understanding of local content in the region. Ambitious local scripted projects coming to Max include upcoming French titles Black Lies, Malditos (working title), and an adaptation of the book ‘Living with our Dead’ plus the docuseries Now or Never: FC Montfermeil. Polish originals include the final season of The Convict, The Thaw S2 from August and soon to premiere is The Easterngate, Lady Love and documentaries Hope, The King of Zanzibar, and Skin Hunters.
In a truly distinct offering, Max brings fans extensive coverage of major international sports. In all markets where Max is available in Europe, it is the only place to stream live every moment of Olympic Games Paris 2024. The Olympics are included in all subscription plans, so customers can enjoy complete access to the biggest sporting event in the world. Over the next 12 months subscribers can enjoy world-class tennis including every match from the Australian Open, the US Open and the Laver Cup, with viewers in Poland, Belgium and the Netherlands also able to stream Roland-Garros and The Championships, Wimbledon, cycling’s Grand Tours – Giro d’Italia, La Vuelta a España, and the Tour de France in addition to the Tour de France Femmes, 24 Hours of Le Mans, and all major winter sports World Championship and World Cup events. Rights vary between countries.
Max provides a consumer-centric streaming experience, with several subscription and billing options, so that users can choose the plan that best suits their preferences. Subscribers can choose from one of three base plans; Basic with Ads, Standard or the Premium plan for the ultimate viewing experience with 4K resolution and Dolby Atmos sound (as available), plus a Sports Add-On which may be added to any base plan***. All plans offer full HD resolution. The Basic with Ads plan, which allows subscribers to enjoy Max at a lower price with advertising is available in 10 European countries: France, Monaco, Belgium, Poland, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Finland, and Romania.
Max is available on leading devices and platforms throughout Europe. Max is on smart TVs (Samsung, LG and Android TV™), via streaming devices (Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV and Google Chromecast™), game consoles (PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S), mobile and tablets (iPhone, iPad, iPod touch and Android™), and online at Max.com. Max is also available through selected TV distribution partners in each country.
Customers are able to pay via major providers (VISA, Mastercard, Amex, and PayPal) and via in-app purchase in major markets (Apple App Store, Google Play Store and Samsung Checkout).
Today’s launches build on WBD’s successful roll out of Max in the U.S., Latin America, and the Caribbean, and a first wave of European markets in May. Max arrives in Southeast Asia later this year.
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*WBD’s enhanced streaming service is called HBO Max in the Netherlands and Belgium.
**Titles not available on Max in France at launch.
***Sports add-on is called TV Channels and Sports in Poland.
Caesars Entertainment Releases 2023 Corporate Social Responsibility Report
LAS VEGAS — Caesars Entertainment, Inc. (NASDAQ: CZR), the largest casino-entertainment company in the U.S., today released its 2023 Corporate Social Responsibility report. The report highlights the Company’s progress in environmental impact, diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, Team Member development, community investment and more.
“At Caesars Entertainment, we’re committed to continuing to develop, diversify and achieve our CSR goals,” said Heather Rapp, SVP of Corporate Social Responsibility for Caesars Entertainment. “We’ve been in a period of progress as we met and exceeded our interim emission reduction goals three years ahead of schedule, and because of that work, we were able to implement new, more ambitious goals this year. Our success in our environmental impact category motivates us to keep growing and achieving in our CSR efforts across the board. We look forward to continuing to grow and make a difference in the communities where we live, work and play.”
The report details progress in four critical areas for 2023, including:
Environmental Impact: After achieving emission reduction goals three years ahead of schedule in 2022, the Company is implementing a new greenhouse gas reduction goal of 46.2% by 2030 from a 2019 baseline.
Additionally, Caesars finalized several initiatives in 2023 to improve the carbon profile and overall environmental impact of CAESARS FORUM, the Company’s 600,000-square-foot convention center in Las Vegas. The new initiatives include a green cleaning program, monitoring-based commissioning, which uses data and feedback to ensure major mechanical systems are operating optimally and a composting program. These enabled CAESARS FORUM to achieve a Gold-level certification against the U.S. Green Building Council’s Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) standard.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: In 2023, Caesars held its first enterprise-wide Business Impact Group (BIG) summit, inviting leaders from across the country to attend a two-day workshop in Las Vegas. The summit was an opportunity to evaluate each BIG’s role within the company, share learnings and best practices and develop strategies for each group moving forward. The summit also served as a professional development opportunity for the leaders who were able to attend.
Community Investment: The Caesars Makes Change program, an NRT machine program piloted at one property in 2021, has now expanded to nearly 40 Caesars Entertainment destinations across the country. Guests can now donate a portion of their slot cash-out tickets to a charitable organization. In 2023, this program donated more than $1.25 million to the Company’s partner organizations, Meals on Wheels America and Boys and Girls Clubs of America.
Team Member Support: In 2023, Caesars introduced a quarterly publication for all salaried Team Members to stimulate self-development and professional growth. “Leading the Empire” is a leadership development tool that provides valuable information about the five pillars of the Company’s leadership framework with links to additional learning and online resources. By the end of 2023, Company leaders had completed more than 3,100 learning programs offered through “Leading the Empire,” investing more than 2,300 hours in their self-development.
Click here for the full report, written in accordance with GRI Standards and including SASB and TCFD indices, and for more information on Caesars Entertainment’s corporate social responsibility progress.
About Caesars Entertainment, Inc.
Caesars Entertainment, Inc. (NASDAQ: CZR) is the largest casino-entertainment company in the U.S. and one of the world’s most diversified casino-entertainment providers. Since its beginning in Reno, NV, in 1937, Caesars Entertainment, Inc. has grown through development of new resorts, expansions and acquisitions. Caesars Entertainment, Inc.’s resorts operate primarily under the Caesars®, Harrah’s®, Horseshoe®, and Eldorado® brand names. Caesars Entertainment, Inc. offers diversified gaming, entertainment and hospitality amenities, one-of-a-kind destinations, and a full suite of mobile and online gaming and sports betting experiences. All tied to its industry-leading Caesars Rewards loyalty program, the company focuses on building value with its guests through a unique combination of impeccable service, operational excellence, and technology leadership. Caesars is committed to its employees, suppliers, communities, and the environment through its PEOPLE PLANET PLAY framework. To review our latest CSR report, please visit www.caesars.com/corporate-social-responsibility/csr-reports. Know When To Stop Before You Start.® Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-522-4700. For more information, please visit www.caesars.com/corporate. If you think you or someone you care about may have a gambling problem, call 1-877-770-STOP (1-877-770-7867).
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Warner Bros. Discovery Announces ‘Olli,’ New First-Party Data Platform Powering Converged Audience Solutions
Warner Bros. Discovery (Nasdaq: WBD) today announced the launch of Olli, its proprietary first-party data platform powering the next generation of advanced advertising solutions for partners. By fusing data, audience intelligence and ad tech solutions, Olli allows for seamless campaign planning, activation and measurement across WBD’s entire portfolio of premium content and brands.
Olli powers WBD’s new, converged Data-Driven Video offering, which can identify one audience across all endpoints, creating the most efficient and precise way to maximize reach, improve engagement and mitigate waste. Enhanced by VideoAmp to further increase campaign efficiency, Data-Driven Video allows clients to exclude heavy linear TV viewers early in the planning process, and then redistribute the focus to balance the target audience across WBD’s linear and digital platforms to ensure optimized reach and frequency. Additional efficiencies include in-flight optimizations that would further reduce unneeded exposures across the target audience. This approach simplifies media planning and delivers impactful audience solutions to audiences to inform smarter investments and enhanced measurement data.
WBD is currently partnering with OMG, RPA and Wayfair, among others, on providing Data-Driven Video solutions. IPG Mediabrands will begin testing in the third quarter of this year.
“With the introduction of Olli and Data-Driven Video, Warner Bros. Discovery offers a transformative approach to how media strategies are crafted and executed. Our goal is to ensure that every connection between brand and audience is reached in the most efficient and effective way across our vast expanse of digital and traditional platforms,” said Ryan Gould, Head of Digital Ad Sales, Warner Bros. Discovery. “We’ve already seen early success with this offering, and we look forward to bringing it to the wider marketplace working with marketers looking to activate advanced audience segments to achieve their advertising, sales and marketing objectives.”
With Olli, WBD can enhance the following pillars throughout a client’s media strategy:
Data and Identity: Olli’s comprehensive audience graph, derived from direct consumer relationships from over 100 million households and 700 million devices across the U.S., offers in-depth insights into user behaviors and preferences. This enables more effective audience identification, leading to stronger engagement and strategy development. Leveraging first-party data from active users, Olli constructs detailed audience profiles, ensuring precise first-party targeting and enhanced campaign performance.
Activation and Automation: Olli streamlines WBD ad tech processes with unified planning across the portfolio, integrating marketer data with WBD’s robust first-party audience library, delivering unmatched targeting fidelity and campaign relevance with increased speed to market and cost efficiency. Leveraging Data Clean Room solutions from Snowflake, Olli enhances privacy compliance and data security that are crucial for today’s digital advertising environment.
Insights and Measurement: Olli arms WBD with actionable ad analytics and industry-leading measurement strategies designed to prove efficacy and attribution throughout the consumer journey. With planned fully integrated measurement partners such as ABCS Insights and LoopMe, Olli provides insight and measurement that is more accurate and actionable for partners than ever before.
Olli leverages the strength of WBD’s unparalleled portfolio of brands, including HBO and Max, discovery+, CNN, TNT Sports, Bleacher Report, Food Network, HGTV, OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network and more, to unleash the power of rich story-driven connections between brands and audiences. By enabling marketers to learn more about audience interests and behaviors, Olli will help advertisers identify the most impactful solutions to reach targeted audiences across all platforms to inform smarter investments and enhanced measurement data.
Warner Bros. Discovery Announces ‘Olli,’ New First-Party Data Platform Powering Converged Audience Solutions
Warner Bros. Discovery (Nasdaq: WBD) today announced the launch of Olli, its proprietary first-party data platform powering the next generation of advanced advertising solutions for partners. By fusing data, audience intelligence and ad tech solutions, Olli allows for seamless campaign planning, activation and measurement across WBD’s entire portfolio of premium content and brands.
Olli powers WBD’s new, converged Data-Driven Video offering, which can identify one audience across all endpoints, creating the most efficient and precise way to maximize reach, improve engagement and mitigate waste. Enhanced by VideoAmp to further increase campaign efficiency, Data-Driven Video allows clients to exclude heavy linear TV viewers early in the planning process, and then redistribute the focus to balance the target audience across WBD’s linear and digital platforms to ensure optimized reach and frequency. Additional efficiencies include in-flight optimizations that would further reduce unneeded exposures across the target audience. This approach simplifies media planning and delivers impactful audience solutions to audiences to inform smarter investments and enhanced measurement data.
WBD is currently partnering with OMG, RPA and Wayfair, among others, on providing Data-Driven Video solutions. IPG Mediabrands will begin testing in the third quarter of this year.
“With the introduction of Olli and Data-Driven Video, Warner Bros. Discovery offers a transformative approach to how media strategies are crafted and executed. Our goal is to ensure that every connection between brand and audience is reached in the most efficient and effective way across our vast expanse of digital and traditional platforms,” said Ryan Gould, Head of Digital Ad Sales, Warner Bros. Discovery. “We’ve already seen early success with this offering, and we look forward to bringing it to the wider marketplace working with marketers looking to activate advanced audience segments to achieve their advertising, sales and marketing objectives.”
With Olli, WBD can enhance the following pillars throughout a client’s media strategy:
Data and Identity: Olli’s comprehensive audience graph, derived from direct consumer relationships from over 100 million households and 700 million devices across the U.S., offers in-depth insights into user behaviors and preferences. This enables more effective audience identification, leading to stronger engagement and strategy development. Leveraging first-party data from active users, Olli constructs detailed audience profiles, ensuring precise first-party targeting and enhanced campaign performance.
Activation and Automation: Olli streamlines WBD ad tech processes with unified planning across the portfolio, integrating marketer data with WBD’s robust first-party audience library, delivering unmatched targeting fidelity and campaign relevance with increased speed to market and cost efficiency. Leveraging Data Clean Room solutions from Snowflake, Olli enhances privacy compliance and data security that are crucial for today’s digital advertising environment.
Insights and Measurement: Olli arms WBD with actionable ad analytics and industry-leading measurement strategies designed to prove efficacy and attribution throughout the consumer journey. With planned fully integrated measurement partners such as ABCS Insights and LoopMe, Olli provides insight and measurement that is more accurate and actionable for partners than ever before.
Olli leverages the strength of WBD’s unparalleled portfolio of brands, including HBO and Max, discovery+, CNN, TNT Sports, Bleacher Report, Food Network, HGTV, OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network and more, to unleash the power of rich story-driven connections between brands and audiences. By enabling marketers to learn more about audience interests and behaviors, Olli will help advertisers identify the most impactful solutions to reach targeted audiences across all platforms to inform smarter investments and enhanced measurement data.
Nike Ignites New Frontier of Innovation With 40 Elite Athletes in Unforgettable Experience in Paris
The company that brought you Air Max, the Jumpman and Breaking2 is making history again. Leveraging its proprietary Nike Air; its world-class and unmatched roster of athletes; and its passion for combining creativity, irreverence and bold exploration, Nike hosted “Nike On Air,” an exhibition and live performance at the Palais Brongniart in Paris that marked the final countdown to the biggest stage in sport.
Nike is the brand of athletes
The Nike On Air event was occasion to unveil the footwear and apparel that the brand’s athletes will wear this summer — and it was also a moment to celebrate the hard work and technology that brought it all to life. This was conveyed through an immersive and sensorial experience that underscored three truths: Nike is the brand of athletes, its innovations continue to lead the sports industry, and its proprietary Air technology uniquely enables the company to serve all athletes with unrivaled performance product.
The experience began outside the Palais Brongniart, where, since April 3, all Parisians were invited to view and interact with colossal AR-enabled statues of six titans of sport, poised in midair and glowing in signature Nike orange: Nike athletes LeBron James, Alexia Putellas, Bebe Vio, Kylian Mbappe, Sha’Carri Richardson and Victor Wembanyama. Each statue was between 8 and 11 meters high and had an augmented-reality interface that unlocked the athletes in action and their Air-powered footwear. Their AR heroics communicated their relationship with Nike Air, the shoes that energize them and ultimately position them as timeless athletes among us.
Nike innovations lead the sports industry
Inside the Palais, guests walked through gallery-style rooms that evoked the sounds, sights and feelings of the rich history and limitless future of Nike Air — its genealogy, culture and reinvention — and highlighted the company’s product innovations in running, basketball, global football, skate, breakdancing and lifestyle. Here, attendees could see a first look at the 2024 national uniforms and kits athletes will wear on the fields of play in Paris this summer. Nike is proud to partner with more than 100 federations across team and individual sports, as well as support hundreds of individual athletes who will compete in the games. The company also unveiled previews of the captivating Air products to come, including the sculpted Air unit in the new Pegasus Premium, Nike’s biggest breakthrough in Air since its revolutionary VaporMax line and Alphafly super-shoe system of speed. Contoured to the natural profile of the foot, the sculpted Air Zoom unit in the Pegasus Premium carries a runner’s power through their transition from heel to toe, giving a super-shoe-like ride to the everyday runner.
Nike’s proprietary Air technology is its differentiator
Complementing the Air immersion rooms was the Nike On Air performance. Forty elite athletes from around the world joined Nike to unveil the latest Nike Air footwear and team kits for the summer and present the future of athlete co-creation with iconic and visionary looks that highlighted their self-expression and incredible athleticism.
In the finale of the show, 13 athletes declared their visions of the future of Air through radical AI-explored, 3D-printed, one-of-one footwear that Nike’s innovation teams helped bring to life in a project called A.I.R. — Athlete-Imagined Revolution.
“These groundbreaking Nike Air designs forecast the future of performance footwear, co-created to the exact specification of championship athletes,” says Heidi O’Neill, NIKE, Inc. President, Consumer, Product & Brand. “At the heart of all we do is the athlete. We exist to push boundaries and take risks on their behalf. This summer, the difference-maker is the massive energy return of Nike Air — what you’ll see athletes wear on the road, court, pitch and track. A multiyear cycle of Nike innovation is upon us, and here in Paris, we’ve shown only the beginning of what’s to come.”
The event represented 46 years of research and innovation of Nike Air. Since Air debuted in performance product in 1978, Nike innovation and design teams have consistently found new tools and methods to enhance what it can do. Air is the window into Nike; it represents the company’s constant reinvention and never-ending progress.
That progress is what Nike On Air signaled for this summer and beyond. As shown by A.I.R., for Nike, the best is always yet to come. With expanding digital capabilities and the expertise, creativity and passion of Nike teams, the company is giving all athletes more support, more choice and more inspiration than ever to make their dreams real.
As it always has, Nike Air flows in one direction — toward the new frontier of innovation.
DICK’S House of Sport Announces Partnership with Three-Time NFL Defensive Player of the Year J.J. Watt
PITTSBURGH, March 18, 2024 — DICK’S Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS) announced that DICK’S House of Sport is partnering with former NFL star and current CBS studio analyst, J.J. Watt. To celebrate the partnership, DICK’S House of Sport released a new digital ad spot starring Watt and produced by OBB branded, a division of OBB Media, titled, J.J.’s House.
DICK’S House of Sport Announces Partnership with Three-Time NFL Defensive Player of the Year J.J. Watt
J.J.’s House, which started running across digital, social, and streaming services today, is humorous, documentary-style content that shows Watt sneaking into a House of Sport store after-hours. Having hired his own film crew under the fake name of “Jim Jim Watkins,” Watt’s plan is to create a home video to convince his wife, Kealia, that their family should move into House of Sport, which he describes as “an athlete’s paradise.” In the ad, Watt pitches DICK’S House of Sport as the ultimate destination for sport as he highlights and demonstrates the unique experiences and products offered in-store.
“Sport has been a dominant part of my life – from growing up in a household full of competitive, multi-sport athletes to my professional career to now hitting the golf course in my free time,” said Watt. “When I am in a DICK’S House of Sport, I feel like a kid in a candy store. House of Sport has unrivaled gear, apparel and footwear, interactive experiences that are fun and allow you to try out product, and they let me spend the night. Fingers crossed I’ll be able to convince my wife to let us live here!”
“J.J.’s passion for sport and his commitment to the community make him the perfect fit for DICK’S House of Sport,” said Mark Rooks, VP Creative, Sponsorships and Entertainment at DICK’S Sporting Goods. “We’re still working out whether he and his family can actually live in the store, but we hear he has a little more work to do on that anyway. Hopefully this video helps him make his case!”
There are currently 12 DICK’S House of Sport locations across the country. Eight additional locations will open throughout 2024, including at the Prudential Center in Boston, as well as locations in Pittsburgh, Miami, and Tampa. DICK’S Sporting Goods anticipates opening 75 to 100 House of Sport stores by 2027.
DICK’S House of Sport is an approximately 100,000+ square foot store that provides customers with an incredible assortment of products along with in-store experiences including a climbing wall, multiple golf bays with TrackMan™ simulators, and HitTrax™ multi-sport cages that can be used for baseball, softball, and soccer. Each experience gives customers the opportunity to try product and the Trackman™ and HitTrax™ technology helps them to measure and track their performance. House of Sport stores also focus on deep integration with the local community through partnerships and events. Some locations have a field attached to the store that is used for open play, clinics, league space or in some locations, as an ice rink in the winter. For more information on House of Sport, please visit dicks.com/houseofsport
About DICK’S Sporting Goods
DICK’S Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS) creates confidence and excitement by inspiring, supporting and personally equipping all athletes to achieve their dreams. Founded in 1948 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, the leading omnichannel retailer serves athletes and outdoor enthusiasts in more than 850 DICK’S Sporting Goods, Golf Galaxy, Public Lands, Going Going Gone! and Warehouse Sale stores, online, and through the DICK’S mobile app. DICK’S also owns and operates DICK’S House of Sport and Golf Galaxy Performance Center, as well as GameChanger, a youth sports mobile platform for live streaming, scheduling, communications and scorekeeping.
Driven by its belief that sports have the power to change lives, DICK’S has been a longtime champion for youth sports and, together with its Foundation, has donated millions of dollars to support under-resourced teams and athletes through the Sports Matter program and other community-based initiatives. Additional information about DICK’S business, corporate giving, sustainability efforts and employment opportunities can be found on dicks.com, investors.dicks.com, sportsmatter.org, dickssportinggoods.jobs and on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and X.
Maxfli Secures Exclusive Golf Ball Partnership with LPGA Champion Lexi Thompson
PITTSBURGH, Jan. 24, 2024 — Today, Maxfli®, a distinguished golf brand with a century-long legacy in performance and quality, announced its exclusive golf ball endorsement agreement with professional golfer Lexi Thompson. This partnership signifies a major milestone as Thompson commits to playing and endorsing the Maxfli Tour Series golf ball throughout the 2024 season, while also acting as an ambassador and spokesperson for the brand.
Maxfli Secures Exclusive Golf Ball Partnership with LPGA Champion Lexi Thompson
Thompson, entering her 13th year on the LPGA Tour, will begin playing the Maxfli Tour ball at the LPGA Drive On Championship this week in Bradenton, Florida. The Maxfli Tour ball is part of the Maxfli Tour Series, which is sold exclusively at DICK’S Sporting Goods and Golf Galaxy. Throughout her career, Thompson has recorded 11 LPGA Tour victories, including a major championship at the 2014 Kraft Nabisco Championship and the 2018 CME Group Tour Championship.
“I’ve been testing the Maxfli Tour Series for a few months now, and the Maxfli Tour ball exceeded my expectations,” said Thompson. “The ball fits my game extremely well, increasing my ball speed without sacrificing control. I’m excited to be joining forces with a brand that has such a longstanding, proven reputation for high-quality and performance.
Beyond the course, Thompson will amplify her partnership by becoming the face of Maxfli in various marketing campaigns. Leveraging her influence, she aims to inspire golfers of all skill levels to choose the best Maxfli ball for their unique playing styles through marketing activations and her social platform. The partnership also will involve Thompson’s participation in product innovation and testing sessions for Maxfli’s new Tour Series ball, launching in 2025.
“Lexi is a remarkable golfer, and I can’t think of a better player to have join the Maxfli family as an exclusive partner for the Maxfli golf balls,” said Aimee Watters, VP Vertical Brand Marketing, DICK’S Sporting Goods. “Becoming only the seventh woman to compete in a PGA event is so impressive, and we know there is more to come! We feel honored to have Maxfli be a part of her journey and are confident that she will continue to break records, while using our Tour series ball on the course.”
The Maxfli Tour Series offers a redesigned core for faster ball speeds across all shots, increasing overall distance. The innovative mantle design produces low spin off the driver to maximize distance, while optimizing iron and wedge spin for superior stopping power and enhanced control. Priced at $39.99 per dozen, the Maxfli Tour Series is an ideal choice for golf enthusiasts seeking tour-level performance without the premium price tag.
Along with the Maxfli Tour ball that Lexi will be using during the 2024 season, the Tour Series includes the Maxfli Tour-X and Maxfli Tour-S.
About Maxfli
For over 100 years, the Maxfli brand has had a prominent presence in golf’s culture, designing and producing tour quality equipment that delivers performance to the golf enthusiast. Played by top professionals, Maxfli is widely recognized as a golf brand resonating with players who are passionate about technology, performance and improving their game. Additional information about Maxfli can be found on dicks.com and golfgalaxy.com.
About DICK’S Sporting Goods
DICK’S Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS) creates confidence and excitement by inspiring, supporting and personally equipping all athletes to achieve their dreams. Founded in 1948 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, the leading omnichannel retailer serves athletes and outdoor enthusiasts in more than 850 DICK’S Sporting Goods, Golf Galaxy, Public Lands, Moosejaw, Going Going Gone! and Warehouse Sale stores, online, and through the DICK’S mobile app. DICK’S also owns and operates DICK’S House of Sport and Golf Galaxy Performance Center, as well as GameChanger, a youth sports mobile app for scheduling, communications, live scorekeeping and video streaming.
Driven by its belief that sports have the power to change lives, DICK’S has been a longtime champion for youth sports and, together with its Foundation, has donated millions of dollars to support under-resourced teams and athletes through the Sports Matter program and other community-based initiatives. Additional information about DICK’S business, corporate giving, sustainability efforts and employment opportunities can be found on dicks.com, investors.dicks.com, sportsmatter.org, and dickssportinggoods.jobs, as well as Facebook, Twitter, Threads, and Instagram.
Caesars Entertainment Releases 14th Annual Corporate Social Responsibility Report
LAS VEGAS — Caesars Entertainment, Inc. (NASDAQ: CZR), the largest casino-entertainment company in the U.S., today released its 2022 Corporate Social Responsibility report. The report highlights progress toward Caesars’ diversity, equity and inclusion goal of gender and racial parity in leadership roles by 2025, progress toward the Company’s goal of reduction in Scope 1 + 2 emissions by 100% by 2050, investment in local communities, Team Member support and more.
“In 2022 we focused on enhancing our existing goals as well as offering more robust support for our Team Members and communities,” said Heather Rapp, Senior Vice President of Corporate Social Responsibility for Caesars Entertainment. “This past year’s progress is a reflection of the dedication of our leadership and our Team Members to making an impact both inside and outside of the Company.”
The report details progress in five critical areas for 2022, including:
Environmental Impact: Caesars is working to divert waste from landfills, reduce water consumption and reduce the Company’s carbon footprint.
The Company is working toward a reduction in Scope 1 + 2 emissions by 100% by 2050. In 2022, Caesars achieved an interim target in Scope 1 + 2 emissions of 41.8%
In 2022, Caesars reduced water consumption by 14% compared to a 2019 baseline. The Company was also named to CDP’s 2022 A-list for Water Security for the third consecutive year and received three “A” ratings for Climate Change, Water Security and Supply Chain submissions
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: To further advance the Company’s commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion in its workforce, communities and supply base, in 2020 Caesars pledged DEI goals of achieving gender and racial parity in leadership roles by 2025.
The Company saw a 106% increase of people of color in senior leadership roles for 2022 since the Dec. 2020 baseline
Community Investment: In 2022, Caesars Entertainment invested $81 million in communities in which it operates. This includes $65 million in mandated and discretionary giving, $3.5 million in giving through the Caesars Foundation, $2.4 million as the value of Team Member volunteering and $1.6 million in-kind.
Education: Caesars launched a new educational assistance program for Team Members in July 2022, All-In On Education. The program provides tuition assistance, low to no-cost education options, student loan debt repayment, college savings plans and dependent scholarship opportunities. From its inception through Dec. 2022 the Company has seen:
14,700 Team Members create accounts on the Company’s educational platform, representing 29.3% of the eligible workforce
$1 million disbursed in student loan debt assistance and tuition assistance payments, benefitting 400 Team Members and their families
22 dependents of Team Members received scholarships of up to $20,000 over four years to pursue their college education through the inaugural Don Carano Legacy Scholarship
Team Member Support: Providing support and security of Team Members is a top priority at Caesars Entertainment. In 2022, the Company introduced two new programs focusing on Team Member benefits and safety, including:
Expanded and enhanced our best-in-class healthcare offering, providing Team Members with an array of high-quality and affordable plans
A new emergency security program to enhance onsite safety. The program requires Team Members to carry an alert fob that can be activated at any time. By the end of 2022, more than 3,700 fobs were issued to Team Members in Las Vegas
Click here for the full report, written in accordance with GRI Standards and including SASB and TCFD indices, and for more information on Caesars Entertainment’s corporate social responsibility progress.
About Caesars Entertainment, Inc.
Caesars Entertainment, Inc. (NASDAQ: CZR) is the largest casino-entertainment company in the U.S. and one of the world’s most diversified gaming-entertainment providers. Since its beginning in Reno, Nevada, in 1937, Caesars Entertainment has grown through development of new resorts, expansions and acquisitions. Caesars Entertainment’s resorts operate primarily under the Caesars®, Harrah’s®, Horseshoe® and Eldorado® brand names. Caesars Entertainment offers diversified amenities and one-of-a-kind destinations, with a focus on building loyalty and value with its guests through a unique combination of impeccable service, operational excellence and technology leadership. Caesars Entertainment is committed to its employees, suppliers, communities and the environment through its PEOPLE PLANET PLAY framework. If you think you or someone you care about may have a gambling problem, call 1-800-522-4700. For more information, please visit www.caesars.com/corporate.
HGTV Orders a New 14-Episode Season of THE FLIPPING EL MOUSSAS
HGTV has picked up an expanded second season of its popular follow-doc series The Flipping El Moussas, featuring real estate power couple Tarek El Moussa and Heather Rae El Moussa, upping the order to 14 hour-long episodes. During the new season, the couple will face unexpected challenges both professionally and personally, including welcoming a new baby and contending with strong headwinds from the tumultuous Southern California real estate market. Despite it all, this new family of five will still make time for fun family celebrations, while the couple solidifies their working relationship in an unpredictable economy. The new season is slated to premiere in early 2024.
“The new season will find Tarek and Heather Rae taking risks in the Southern California housing market and adjusting to life with a newborn,” said Loren Ruch, Head of Content, HGTV. “They will have more to juggle than ever before, bringing their millions of loyal fans who have followed their journey from the beginning along for the ride.”
While waiting for the season premiere, fans can binge the first season of The Flipping El Moussas, Tarek’s HGTV series Flipping 101 with Tarek El Moussa and see the couple tie the knot in Tarek and Heather: The Big I Do on Max®. They also can stay connected on HGTV’s digital platforms at HGTV.com/elmoussas and can follow @HGTV and #FlippingElMoussas on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and TikTok.
The Flipping El Moussas is produced by DIGA Studios in association with Homemade Productions, Inc.
ABOUT HGTV
HGTV delivers families with relatable stories, superstar real estate and renovation experts and amazing home transformations that inspire a passionate audience. For anyone seeking entertaining and aspirational home and lifestyle content, HGTV is the place to be. HGTV offers: a top 10 cable network that is distributed to 74 million U.S. households; a website, HGTV.com, that attracts an average of 11 million people each month; a social footprint of nearly 29 million; HGTV Magazine, a monthly publication that reaches more than one million readers; and exclusive collections of home-oriented products through the HGTV Home® consumer products line. Viewers can become fans of HGTV and interact with other home improvement enthusiasts through Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram and TikTok. HGTV is owned by Warner Bros. Discovery, a leading global media and entertainment company available in more than 220 countries and territories and 50 languages whose portfolio also includes Discovery Channel, Max, discovery+, CNN, DC, Eurosport, HBO, Max, HGTV, Food Network, OWN, Investigation Discovery, TLC, Magnolia Network, TNT, TBS, truTV, Travel Channel, MotorTrend, Animal Planet, Science Channel, Warner Bros. Film Group, Warner Bros. Television Group, Warner Bros. Games, New Line Cinema, Cartoon Network, Adult Swim, Turner Classic Movies, Discovery en Español, Hogar de HGTV and others. For more information, please visit www.wbd.com.
NMPA Announces Top Gold & Platinum Songwriters and Certifications for First Quarter of 2023
WASHINGTON, D.C. –The National Music Publishers’ Association (NMPA) Gold & Platinum Program today announced the top songwriters for the first quarter of 2023 including the top artist-songwriter and top non-performing songwriter for the period. During January, February and March, 1,736 Gold, Platinum and Multi-Platinum certifications were awarded.
Luke Combs was the top artist-songwriter overall with 26 certifications including the 9X Multi-Platinum Beautiful Crazy, the 8X Multi-Platinum Hurricane and the 4X Multi-Platinum Forever After All, all published by Big Machine. He is now published by Universal Music Publishing Group (UMPG).
The top non-performing songwriter was Ray Fulcher who scored 12 certifications for songs including When It Rains It Pours, Does to Me and Reasons, which are published by Sony Music Publishing. He is published by UMPG and River House/Sony Music Publishing.
Luke Combs said, “Man, kind of speechless to be honest. All of the credit goes to my fans. They buy and stream the songs and albums, so none of this happens without them. This is honestly an award that should have their names on it. Huge thank you to them and everyone else who made this happen.”
Ray Fulcher added, “Pretty unreal to be included in this group, much less to be at the top for any period of time. Thanks to country music fans and supporters for listening to these songs and believing in the music. I’m going to keep writing songs from the heart, and hopefully, y’all keep listening. Thanks!”
NMPA President & CEO David Israelite congratulated the honorees saying, “The first quarter of this year was a big moment for country music. Fueled by the success of Luke and Ray, we saw the growth of country dominate the Gold & Platinum certifications. Huge congratulations to Luke Combs for consistently creating timeless music, and to Ray for working with him on such enduring, massive songs.”
About the NMPA G&P Program:
NMPA’s Gold & Platinum Program, in partnership with RIAA’s Gold & Platinum Program, identifies and honors the songwriters behind today’s biggest hits. NMPA confirms songwriters with their music publishers to ensure all appropriate songwriters are recognized for their contribution to an RIAA certified single. Certifications count both sales and on-demand streams towards gold (500K), platinum (1M) and multi-platinum (2M+) thresholds. Thousands of songwriters have been certified since NMPA’s program began in 2007. For more information and to view our Gold & Platinum database, visit www.nmpa.org/gold-platinum-program/.
Max Reveals Preview of Its Original Adult Animation Slate at Annecy International Animation Film Festival
Suzanna Makkos, Executive Vice President, Original Comedy and Adult Animation, Max and Adult Swim, showcased the Max Original Adult Animation Slate at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival during her “Share With” session, unveiling the official second season trailer for the Max Original “Ten Year Old Tom” and revealing a first look image from the Max Original “Young Love.”
Makkos outlined the strategy behind the Max Originals adult animation slate, highlighting what sets the platform apart in the adult animation space. “The series that we create at Max are art and voice driven, with character and comedy coming before anything else,” said Makkos. “We’re always looking for hard comedy with heart and edge, diverse and inclusive shows with underlying thematic resonance, and character design that showcases the hand of the artist. I am so excited to share these incredible series with the world, and continue to show why Max is a great home for adult animation.”
The presentation showcased Max Originals programming currently in development including “Anything Factory,” “Uptown Bodega,” and “Keeping Up With the Joneses,” detailed below. These programs in development are in addition to Makkos’ current Max Originals slate that includes “Harley Quinn,” which Makkos announced will return for its fourth season this summer, “Velma,” “Clone High,” with season two currently in production for a 2024 debut, “Fired on Mars,” and the upcoming “Adventure Time: Fionna and Cake,” “Scavengers Reign” (in competition at Annecy), and DC’s Harley Quinn spinoff “Kite Man: Hell Yeah!” (formerly announced with the working title “Noonan’s”) and “Creature Commandos,” from producers James Gunn and Peter Safran.
Upcoming Max Original series highlights include:
Ten Year Old Tom (Debuts June 29) – Season 2 Trailer Debut
This series follows the misadventures of an average kid as he contends with questionable guidance from the well-meaning grownups around him. Being a kid is hard enough for Tom, but when bad influences seem to lurk around every corner – from litigious parents and drug dealing bus drivers to school administrators who want to sleep with his mom – it’s downright impossible. While the adults in Tom’s life certainly mean well, they just can’t manage to lead by example.
Voices include Steve Dildarian, Jennifer Coolidge, John Malkovich, Gillian Jacobs, Edi Patterson, Byron Bowers, and more, with David Duchovny returning as a guest star along with many others.
Executive Producers: Steve Dildarian (“The Life and Times of Tim”), Marty Adelstein (“One Piece”), and Becky Clements (“Physical”) for Tomorrow Studios, and Nick Weidenfeld for Work Friends.
Studio/Prod Co: Work Friends – a JV between Nick Weidenfeld (“The Boondocks,” “Rick & Morty”) and Tomorrow Studios. The animation is produced at ShadowMachine. ITV Studios handles international distribution.
Young Love (Debuts this Fall)
“Young Love” expands on the animated short “Hair Love,” which centered around the relationship between an African American father, his daughter Zuri, and the most daunting task a father could ever come across – doing his daughter’s hair for the first time. Filled with comedy and heart, the all-new Max Original animated series Young Love is an honest look into the world of the Young family – including millennial parents Stephen and Angela, their daughter Zuri and her pet cat Rocky – as they juggle their careers, marriage, parenthood, social issues and multi-generational dynamics, all while striving to make a better life for themselves.
Voices include Scott “Kid Cudi” Mescudi, Issa Rae, Loretta Devine, Harry Lennix, Tamar Braxton and Brooke Monroe Conaway.
Creator and Executive Producer: Matthew A. Cherry
Executive Producer: Monica Young for Blue Key Entertainment
Executive Producers: Karen Toliver and Carl Jones
Executive Producers: Carl Reed and David Steward II for Lion Forge Animation
Studio/Prod Co: Produced in partnership with Sony Pictures Animation.
Adventure Time: Fionna and Cake
This all-new half-hour young adult animated series starring the fearless sword-wielding adventurer, Fionna, and her magical best friend and talking cat, Cake. Produced by Cartoon Network Studios, the ten-episode series will explore their relationship and the mysterious land of Ooo. Fionna and Cake – with the help of the former Ice King, Simon Petrikov – embark on a multiverse-hopping adventure and journey of self-discovery. All the while a powerful new antagonist determined to track them down and erase them from existence, lurks in the shadows.
Executive Producer: Adam Muto
Studio/Prod Co: Cartoon Network Studios
Max Originals in development include:
Keeping Up with the Joneses
The Newberry’s struggle to hold onto their past glory while living in the shadow of Jerry Jones and their other rich neighbors in the wealthy Dallas suburb of Highland Park.
Writers/Executive Producers: Hugh Davidson, Rachel Ramras, Larry Dorf
Studio/Prod Co: Warner Bros. Animation
Anything Factory
From Tom Kauffman (“Rick and Morty”) Anything Factory follows Henry Zingo as he returns home to reconnect with his ailing father and help his sister manage the family business: A Wonka-esque factory riddled with ethics violations.
Created by: Tom Kauffman and David Seger & Spencer Strauss
Executive Producer: Tom Kauffman
Executive Producer: Searchlight TV
Uptown Bodega
Tati Cruz has inherited her father’s old Bodega and vows to keep the business booming in a fast changing Nueva York with the help of her husband, three kids, and Rocky the bodega cat.
Writers/Executive Producers: Oz Rodriguez & Lemon Anderson
Executive Producer: Peter Murrieta
Executive Producer: Greg Walter (3 Arts Entertainment)
Studio: Universal Television, a division of Universal Studio Group
FIFA And WHO Collaborate On Health Through Sports
Geneva – FIFA and WHO have agreed to extend their collaboration and to continue to use the power of football to promote healthy lifestyles and equal access to health services worldwide.
During the Seventy-sixth World Health Assembly in Geneva, Switzerland, WHO Director-General Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus and FIFA President Gianni Infantino signed a four-year extension to the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) which has been in place since 4 October 2019.
“Health and football are perfect teammates. Promoting healthy lifestyles, safe stadiums and the physical and mental benefits of physical activity are among the many health goals WHO is proud to keep scoring with FIFA for the next four years,” said Dr Tedros. “WHO’s partnership with FIFA has already succeeded to share evidence-based messages to help people of all ages lead healthier and safer lives through the power of football and sport. WHO looks forward to continuing this journey.”
“We are proud to have signed and renewed the Memorandum of Understanding with the World Health Organization – we are proud to continue our relationship to pass important physical and mental health messages through our global football audience,” Gianni Infantino said. “I extend my gratitude to Dr Tedros, to his wonderful team, to everyone that helps in the healthcare sector – from doctors to nurses to healthcare professionals and health ministers – and to everyone who contributes to make our lives better.”
Reflecting on the past four years, he added: “Both Dr Tedros and I felt that in a world that is more and more divided, maybe if the World Health Organization and FIFA join forces, we can achieve something, we can have even just a little impact to make our lives a little bit better. Since 2019, we have worked together with our colleagues at the World Health Organization to try to use the impact of football, that helps drive health for one and all.”
During the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™, FIFA and WHO launched the Football Unites the World campaign. Supported by Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, Hassan Al-Haydos, Karim Benzema, Lucy Bronze, Giulia Gwinn, Kaká, Robert Lewandowski, Carli Lloyd, Édouard Mendy and Emmanuel Petit as well as by two of the WHO’s Goodwill Ambassadors for Sport and Health, namely Alisson Becker and Didier Drogba, it illustrated football’s unrivalled ability to bring people together.
The support of the Qatar Ministry of Public Health, FIFA and WHO collaborated on a number of initiatives to promote the importance of access to physical and mental health for all. Health and well-being were prioritized through the staging of the tournament, and included several initiatives such as:
the implementation of mass gathering and surveillance strategies to prevent the spread of COVID-19 and other infectious diseases;
enhanced policies to protect people from the harms of tobacco, including making stadium seating areas smoke-free; and
healthy food options at all 64 matches with healthy and vegetarian food reaching a 30% quota across all FIFA World Cup 2022 stadiums, thus showing that healthy, sustainable and high-quality food environments are possible at major sport events.
Since 2020, the two organizations have joined forces on various digital campaigns and initiatives to address a range of health-related issues. These, include (#ReachOut), domestic violence (#SafeHome), an appreciation of the work of health professionals during the COVID-19 pandemic (#HumanitysHeroes), equitable access to vaccinations and vaccines, diagnostics, oxygen and other life-saving tools (#ACTogether) and “Pass the message to kick out coronavirus campaign”, where FIFA Legends called on people around the world to take five steps to stop the spread of the disease. Several of these initiatives have also received active support from other institutions such as the African Union, Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and the European Commission to help spread the message to a global audience.
For three years, the two organizations have also championed the need to #BeActive to promote regular physical activity. WHO recommends that healthy adults do a minimum of 30 minutes physical activity per day, while children should do a minimum of 60 minutes daily. However, current WHO data has reported that 80% of adolescents are not getting enough daily exercise.
DICK’S Sporting Goods and the Boston Athletic Association Announce Multi-Year Partnership
BOSTON, DICK’S Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS) and the Boston Athletic Association (B.A.A.) announced a multi-year partnership, making DICK’S the official retail sponsor of B.A.A. events, beginning with the 2023 Boston Marathon. DICK’S Sporting Goods will also become the presenting sponsor of the Boston Marathon Fan Fest, a three-day festival held in advance of the iconic race.
DICK’S Sporting Goods’ ode to Boston is part of the company’s “Sports Change Lives” campaign, which highlights the positive impact sports participation has on individuals and the ability of sport to bring together and inspire communities and the next generation of athletes.
In celebration of the 127th running of the Marathon on April 17, DICK’S unveiled a building-length “Sports Change Lives” banner featuring the tagline “Running Boston Changes You” on Boylston Street at the future location of DICK’S House of Sport Boston. Located just a short distance from the Boston Marathon finish line, the store will open in the Prudential Center in Spring 2024. DICK’S House of Sport Boston will be a 100,000+ square foot store that provides athletes with the latest gear for team sports; a broad selection of the hottest footwear; preferred athletic apparel brands; tour-level equipment, apparel, and footwear for the golfer; gear for outdoor adventures; and in-store experiences including a climbing wall, HitTrax batting cages, and golf bays with TrackMan simulators.
“We are honored to join forces with the Boston Athletic Association to support race participants and spectators,” said Mark Rooks, Vice President, Category Marketing & Partnerships, DICK’S Sporting Goods. “We believe in the power of sports to change lives and know that running the Boston Marathon can do just that.”
“At the core of the B.A.A.’s mission and vision is promoting healthy lifestyles through sport, especially running,” said Jack Fleming, B.A.A. President and Chief Executive Officer. “In partnering with DICK’S Sporting Goods, we look forward to bringing to life that mission and vision to even more people, especially along the Boston Marathon finish stretch at the DICK’S House of Sport Boston, which can be truly inspirational to so many throughout the year.”
As part of the sponsorship agreement, DICK’S will be the retail sponsor of all B.A.A. events, including the Boston Marathon, B.A.A. 5K, B.A.A. 10K, and the B.A.A. Half Marathon. DICK’S and the B.A.A. will also work together to develop community engagement initiatives year-round.
Media Contact
DICK’S Sporting Goods: press@dcsg.com
Boston Athletic Association: Chris Lotsbom, Director, B.A.A. Race Communications & Media, clotsbom@baa.org
About DICK’S Sporting Goods
DICK’S Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS) creates confidence and excitement by inspiring, supporting and personally equipping all athletes to achieve their dreams. Founded in 1948 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, the leading omnichannel retailer serves athletes and outdoor enthusiasts in more than 850 DICK’S Sporting Goods, Golf Galaxy, Public Lands, Moosejaw, Going Going Gone! and Warehouse Sale stores, online, and through the DICK’S mobile app. DICK’S also owns and operates DICK’S House of Sport and Golf Galaxy Performance Center, as well as GameChanger, a youth sports mobile app for scheduling, communications, live scorekeeping and video streaming.
Driven by its belief that sports have the power to change lives, DICK’S has been a longtime champion for youth sports and, together with its Foundation, has donated millions of dollars to support under-resourced teams and athletes through the Sports Matter program and other community-based initiatives. Additional information about DICK’S business, corporate giving, sustainability efforts and employment opportunities can be found on dicks.com, investors.dicks.com, sportsmatter.org, dickssportinggoods.jobs and on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
ABOUT THE BOSTON ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION
Established in 1887, the Boston Athletic Association is a non-profit organization with a mission of promoting a healthy lifestyle through sports, especially running. The B.A.A. manages the Boston Marathon, and supports comprehensive charity, youth, and year-round programming. The Boston Marathon is part of the Abbott World Marathon Majors, along with international marathons in Tokyo, London, Berlin, Chicago, and New York City. Beginning in 2024, Bank of America will serve as the Presenting Partner of the Boston Marathon. The 127th Boston Marathon is scheduled to take place on Monday, April 17, 2023. For more information on the B.A.A., please visit www.baa.org.
Voice Over Talent Enjoying Voices’ Project Marketplace
ONDON, ON, Nov. 30, 2022 – Voices, the #1 voice marketplace, has seen a positive response from professional voice actors since the launch of Project Marketplace™, a new way for clients to discover and hire voice talent.
Project Marketplace has been providing creative directors, agencies, casting directors, video producers, video and content producers with another way to hire talent, discover new voices, and create relationships on Voices.
Project Marketplace is a new way talent can earn money on Voices. (CNW Group/Voices.com)
Project Marketplace is a new way talent can earn money on Voices. (CNW Group/Voices.com)
Here’s why voice actors like the option Project Marketplace provides.
Voice actors have new ways to get discovered and get to set the project specifications in advance, allowing clients to easily purchase a voice over package. They get showcased in new areas on the website, which leads to more opportunity.
They also get to work on the projects they want to. With Project Marketplace, voice actors have more control over the terms of engagement with clients.
Most importantly, with Project Marketplace, voice actors get to do more of the work they love.
“I find project marketplace to be another lucrative tool to market my services as a Voice over artist,” said Morgan Taylor, a Voices verified talent with 74 5-Star reviews, based out of El Paso, Texas.
“I love how customizable it is; it’s a great way to showcase what you can offer and what sets you apart. The setup is user-friendly, and aesthetically helps my profile stand out by adding another feature.”
Taylor said another customized option that voice actors will love about Project Marketplace is the ability to create custom cover photos and ‘brand your business’. Adding it shows personality and professionalism to companies looking to hire voice actors.
Here’s why it matters to those hiring voice actors.
Back and forth of auditioning is completely eliminated creating a quicker, easier hiring process.
Projects are predefined packages of work with upfront prices and timelines. Clients can skip the guesswork and purchase with confidence knowing exactly what they’ll receive.
Clients can buy a project instantly and then the talent gets to work. All they have to do is download files when the project is complete.
Are you looking to hire a voice actor for a project? Explore Voices Project Marketplace today.
About Voices
Voices is the world’s #1 voice marketplace, with over 2 million registered users. Since 2005, the biggest and most beloved brands have entrusted Voices to help them find professionals to bring their projects to life. Headquartered in London, Canada, Voices helps match clients with voice over, music, audio production, and translation professionals in over 160 countries and 100+ languages and dialects.
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Short Shorts Film Festival & Asia 2023 Calling out for Submissions From Around The World
SHIBUYA, Japan, Aug. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Short Shorts Film Festival & Asia (SSFF & ASIA), one of the biggest international short film festivals in Asia, will begin accepting submissions for the 25th edition on Monday, August 1, 2022.
Grand-Prix is selected from winners of the Academy Awards Accredited 5 Competitions: Live Action Competition (International, Asia International, Japan), Non-Fiction Competition and Animation Competition Each winner will be eligible for an Oscar in the short film category the following year.
In 2004, SSFF & ASIA, became an Academy Award accredited film festival and has submitted the festival’s Grand Prix film as eligible for nomination at the Oscars the following year. In 2019, this was expanded to include the Best Short Award winners from the Live Action Competitions in the International, Asia International, and Japan categories, as well as the best short from the Non-Fiction category. In 2021, the Academy Association announced that the SSFF & ASIA would be able to submit for nomination from the Animation category for a total of five Best Short Award-winning short films that will be given a chance to possibly win an Oscar next year!
We are the only international short film festival in Japan that is accredited by the Academy Awards. Along with other Oscar-qualifying film festivals that can submit 5 films like the Sundance Film Festival, the Palm Springs International Film Festival, and the Aspen Shortsfest, we have taken another step forward as a top tier international film festival.
In addition to the Live Action Competitions, the Non-Fiction Competition and Animation Competition, there are the Cinematic Tokyo Competition, films with Tokyo as the central theme and the Smartphone Film Competition, supported by Sony’s Xperia™, as Sony continues to expand the range of visual expression and opportunities for creators with the aim to encourage new visual creativity unique to smartphones. SSFF & ASIA also starts calling for entries for the U-25 Project, which calls for short films of 5 minutes or less by Japanese directors under the age of 25, and BRANDED SHORTS, which feature branded movies by companies and organizations.
For the 25th anniversary of the SSFF & ASIA in 2023, we are looking forward to encountering many fantastic short films!
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