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ESPN, FOX and Warner Bros. Discovery Forming Joint Venture to Launch Streaming Sports Service in the U.S.

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024

Discovery (Nasdaq: WBD) have reached an understanding on principal terms to form a new Joint Venture (JV) to build an innovative new platform to house a compelling streaming sports service.

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  • Discovery (Nasdaq: WBD) have reached an understanding on principal terms to form a new Joint Venture (JV) to build an innovative new platform to house a compelling streaming sports service.
  • The formation of the pay service is subject to the negotiation of definitive agreements amongst the parties.
  • The offering, scheduled to launch in the fall of 2024, would be made available directly to consumers via a new app.
  • Discovery would form a new joint venture to develop, launch and operate a streaming sports bundle of linear networks and certain DTC sports content and services.

Bankrupt Vista Studios Headed to Auction Block

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Friday, July 21, 2023

LOS ANGELES, July 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Once considered a pioneer in the use of media over IP for broadcast production, Vista Studios' state-of-the-art facilities in Los Angeles are headed to the auction block.

Key Points: 
  • LOS ANGELES, July 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Once considered a pioneer in the use of media over IP for broadcast production, Vista Studios' state-of-the-art facilities in Los Angeles are headed to the auction block.
  • According to ThreeSixty, there is still time for this studio to be powered up and producing content again.
  • According to a quote from a major showrunner on the Vista website, "Vista Studios is a producer's dream.
  • More information can be found on the auction and pre-auction purchase opportunities at the auction companies' websites at 360bid.sale andcagp.com.

Great Clips ® Asks Fans to Go “Hats Off” This March Madness® for Chance to Win Trip & Tickets to NCAA® Men’s or Women’s Final Four® Games

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Tuesday, March 7, 2023

From March 7 through March 19, fans can share a photo or video of their hat flip on social media using #HatsOffSweepstakes or on www.GreatClips.com/MarchMadness .

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  • From March 7 through March 19, fans can share a photo or video of their hat flip on social media using #HatsOffSweepstakes or on www.GreatClips.com/MarchMadness .
  • All eligible entries will be entered to win a trip and tickets to see the Men’s or Women’s Final Four games.
  • To enter on Facebook , fans must comment on the Great Clips sweepstakes entry post with a video or photo showing their Hats Off flip and include #HatsOffSweepstakes.
  • Great Clips’ partnership with the NCAA is through a joint agreement with Turner Sports and CBS Sports.

Roku Locks FAST Deal with Warner Bros. Discovery for The Roku Channel; New FAST Channels Will Feature Popular Titles Including “Westworld,” “The Bachelor,” “Cake Boss,” “Say Yes to the Dress,” “F-Boy Island,” and More

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Tuesday, January 31, 2023

Discovery, one of the world’s leading media and entertainment companies, have inked a groundbreaking deal to bring Warner Bros. branded FAST channels to The Roku Channel.

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  • Discovery, one of the world’s leading media and entertainment companies, have inked a groundbreaking deal to bring Warner Bros. branded FAST channels to The Roku Channel.
  • Featuring popular premium content including “Westworld,” “The Bachelor,” “Cake Boss,” “Say Yes to the Dress,” “F-Boy Island,” and more, the channels will arrive on The Roku Channel in spring 2023.
  • On top of bringing streamers brand-new FAST channels, the deal will also usher in about 2000 hours of on-demand library programming to The Roku Channel.
  • Launched in 2017, The Roku Channel is the home of free and premium entertainment on the Roku platform.

Nexstar Announces Newly-Created Advertising Sales Structure and Leadership Team Focused on Data-Driven, Multi-Platform Approach

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Tuesday, January 17, 2023

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NXST: NASDAQ) (“Nexstar” or “the Company”), today announced a newly-created advertising sales structure and leadership team designed to drive ad sales across Nexstar’s diversified media portfolio by further emphasizing its client-first approach, combined with a new data-driven, multi-platform focus.

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  • Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NXST: NASDAQ) (“Nexstar” or “the Company”), today announced a newly-created advertising sales structure and leadership team designed to drive ad sales across Nexstar’s diversified media portfolio by further emphasizing its client-first approach, combined with a new data-driven, multi-platform focus.
  • She will oversee the functional teams focused on developing next-gen advertising capabilities, ensuring that Nexstar is a high-performing enterprise sales organization providing portfolio-based marketing experiences and events for both clients and audiences.
  • Importantly, Ms. Tavoularis will be responsible for building new functionality for Nexstar in the areas of measurement and insight, sales enablement, marketing solutions, and advertising products.
  • He played a critical role in launching the HBO Max advertising product and in leading the WarnerMedia sales team through the television industry’s upfront advertising negotiations.

HGTV DREAM HOME 2023 GIVEAWAY IN MORRISON, COLORADO, NOW OPEN FOR ENTRIES

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Friday, December 23, 2022

NEW YORK, Dec. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Beginning at 9 a.m. ET today, December 23, 2022, through 5 p.m. ET on Thursday, February 16, 2023, fans can enter for their chance to win the HGTV® Dream Home 2023 located in Morrison, CO. The prize package, valued at over $2.7 Million, includes the brand new, fully furnished home, an all-new Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe and $100,000 from Ally. Eligible fans can enter for a chance to win twice per day at HGTV.com and FoodNetwork.com, where they will also find full details and the official rules, as well as additional home features.

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  • ET on Thursday, February 16, 2023, fans can enter for their chance to win the HGTV® Dream Home 2023 located in Morrison, CO.
  • An adventurer's dream, Morrison provides camping at Bear Creek Lake, world-class hiking through Jackson County, fishing, and scenic drives, making it perfect to enjoy activities year-round.
  • Viewers can tune-in to the one-hour special HGTV Dream Home 2023 on Sunday, January 1, 2023 at 10 p.m.
  • ET on HGTV and on discovery+ and HGTV GO on Monday, January 2, 2023.

WARNER BROS. DISCOVERY CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER GUNNAR WIEDENFELS TO PRESENT AT THE CITI 2023 COMMUNICATIONS, MEDIA & ENTERTAINMENT CONFERENCE

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Thursday, December 22, 2022

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  • Discovery (Nasdaq: WBD) today announced that its Chief Financial Officer Gunnar Wiedenfels will present at Citi's 2023 Communications, Media & Entertainment Conference on Thursday, January 5, 2023 at 11:30 a.m.
  • A link to the live webcast of the presentation will be available in the "Investor Relations" section of Warner Bros.
  • Warner Bros.
  • Available in more than 220 countries and territories and 50 languages, Warner Bros.

HGTV UNVEILS THE HGTV DREAM HOME 2023 IN MORRISON, COLORADO

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Thursday, December 1, 2022

NEW YORK, Dec. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- HGTV, a member of the Warner Bros. Discovery family of brands, today opened the doors to the HGTV® Dream Home 2023, a newly built, fully furnished home located in Morrison, CO. The winner of the sweepstakes will receive the keys to the home, which includes all of the furnishings, an all-new Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe and $100,000 from Ally, a prize package valued at over $2.7 million.

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  • "This year's HGTV Dream Home is designed around the natural splendor of Morrison, with outdoor space that truly feels like a secluded, spectacular oasis," said Flynn.
  • The official entry period of the HGTV Dream Home 2023 is 9 a.m.
  • Viewers can tune-in to the one-hour special HGTV Dream Home 2023 on Sunday, January 1, 2023 at 10 p.m.
  • ET on HGTV and on discovery+ and HGTV GO on Monday, January 2, 2023.

HGTV URBAN OASIS 2022 IN NASHVILLE, TN, SWEEPSTAKES TO CLOSE ON NOVEMBER 23

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Thursday, November 24, 2022

NEW YORK, Nov. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The HGTV Urban Oasis®  2022 located in Nashville, TN will close its sweepstakes on November 23, 2022 at 5 p.m. ET. The prize package, valued at over $1.3 million, includes the newly built, fully furnished home, a new Mercedes-Benz C-Class and $50,000 from Ally. Eligible fans can enter for a chance to win twice per day at HGTV.com and FoodNetwork.com, where they will also find full details and the official rules, as well as additional home features.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Nov. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The HGTV Urban Oasis 2022 located in Nashville, TN will close its sweepstakes on November 23, 2022 at 5 p.m.
  • The approximately 2,500-square-foot, three bedroom, two full and two half bathroom home is located just 10 minutes from downtown.
  • The front door leads to an eat-in dining room and a den area with design inspired by country music greats.
  • Viewers can become fans of HGTV and interact with other home improvement enthusiasts through Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram and TikTok.

HORIZON MEDIA CONTINUES STRATEGIC EXPANSION WITH LAUNCH OF NEW INNOVATIVE SPORTS MARKETING AND BRAND EXPERIENCE AGENCY, LED BY INDUSTRY HEAVYWEIGHTS DAVID LEVY & CHRIS WEIL

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Monday, November 14, 2022

NEW YORK, Nov. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Horizon Media, the largest U.S. media agency according to AdAge Data Center 2022, today announced the launch of the newest company under Horizon's portfolio of marketing services -- Horizon Sports & Experiences (HS&E), the latest in a series of strategic moves to continue to offer marketers innovative solutions to drive better business outcomes.  HS&E will be led by the team of David Levy, Founder of Back Nine Ventures, LLC and former President of Turner, and Chris Weil, former Chair & CEO of Momentum Worldwide, who will serve as co-CEOs and equity partners in HS&E.  The new firm, which includes the merger of Horizon's Scout Sports and Entertainment division, was created to provide a differentiated and comprehensive approach for clients engaging in sports and experiential marketing.  Michael Neuman, head of Scout, will become EVP of HS&E, reporting to Levy and Weil. 

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  • Michael Neuman, head of Scout, will become EVP of HS&E, reporting to Levy and Weil.
  • "What we have created here will bring a unique and complementary - combination of sports, experiential, and media capabilities and expertise under one tent that will be a marketer's dream.
  • "So, we're creating a company that will be at the forefront of monetizing Web3 in this blended physical-digital world.
  • Horizon Media , Inc, the largest U.S. media agency according to AdAge Data Center 2022 , delivers data-driven business outcomes for some of the most innovative and ambitious brands.