Breaking into Media Keynote Session

Breaking into Media Keynote Session

Monday, 15 November, 2010

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Event summaryCome along and enjoy a keynote speech by Dr Wayne Garvie. Wayne is responsible for BBC Worldwide's content investment strategy, international production network and talent and brand venturesOrganiser detailsDevon & Cornwall RTS Centre and Plymouth Media-PartnershipFurther informationSince joining in January 2006, Wayne has led BBC Worldwide's strategy to secure the best content, primarily through investing in individual productions, for its businesses to develop commercially around the world. Under his direction, BBC Worldwide has also invested in some of the UK's best independent producers including Hardy Pictures, Clerkenwell Films, Baby Cow and Sprout Pictures, as well as startups Left Bank Pictures and Big Talk.Internationally, Wayne oversees BBC Worldwide’s production activity, which creates local versions of British TV formats.Before joining BBC Worldwide, Wayne was the BBC's Head of Entertainment Group. Wayne is credited with having transformed the department during his four years in the position. He employed a new generation of creative leaders and a host of innovative new shows such as Strictly Come Dancing, Dragons' Den, Honey, We're Killing the Kids, Hardspell and The House of Tiny Tearaways.Before becoming Head of Entertainment Group in 2001, Wayne was Head of Entertainment and Features for BBC Manchester. While in that role he developed the I Love... franchise.Early next year Wayne will be moving to pastures new taking up a position with All3Media. He is passionate about media and its future and has many fascinating tales to tell.Join us at the evening reception for a drink and a spot of networking before Wayne's keynote session by reserving your place today!Registration is free please email info@pm-p.com or call 01752 346530 to book your place.

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