This November 19-21 at the W Taipei, Taiwan, Kidscreen’s Asian Animation Summit (AAS) is set to return! With about 50% of AAS projects making it into production, the Wild Card Program has also opened its doors to presentations from other Asian countries not represented by the event’s trade agency partners. CMA members are invited to take advantage of the Early Bird Rate of $795 USD, which offers savings of $300 and will remain available only until August 30.

This September, Pictoplasma — the leading character design conference from Berlin — returns to New York for its tenth anniversary US edition. Pictoplasma NYC presents the freshest talents, probes the workings of their creative mind, and offers the chance to learn from, be inspired by and rub shoulders with some of today’s most innovative and avant-garde artists. CMA members can get discounted prices here.

Podcast Movement is the premier global event for all things podcasting, bringing together podcasters, industry professionals, and service providers & manufacturers.

It is the ultimate destination for making lasting connections, gaining valuable insights, discovering groundbreaking innovations, and strengthening partnerships that will elevate your business and podcasting journey.

Podcast Movement is August 19-22, 2024 in Washington DC. CMA members receive a 25% discount using code CM25 when registering at Podcast Movement.

We’re proud to partner with the Hollywood Climate Summit to highlight the importance of integrating sustainability themes into entertainment.  

The Hollywood Climate Summit is an annual conference that creates a community space for thousands of cross-sector entertainment and media professionals to take action on climate. This year, they are gathering filmmakers and creatives, executives, activists, gamers, climate organizations, and others for FOUR days of interactive action-oriented programming, networking, and vegan eats.

The Children’s Media Conference (CMC) is the only gathering in the UK for everyone involved in developing, producing, and distributing content to kids – on all platforms. They welcome delegates from film, TV, radio, interactive media, games, licensing, toys, book and magazine publishing, the arts and culture sector and educational media – with speakers from all those areas and beyond. It’s the only time delegates from across the industry get together, and it’s the best and most cost-effective way of meeting people to share insights and information relevant to your business.

Austin Film Festival furthers the art and craft of storytelling by inspiring and championing the work of writers, filmmakers, and all artists who use written and visual language to tell a story. Currently in our 30th year, they are best known for our annual Film Festival and Writers Conference held each October in Austin, Texas. At the Austin Film Festival, they recognize both the accomplished and the aspiring storyteller alike. This event hosts the largest screenwriters conference in the world, featuring over 200 panelists and panels that, along with film and television, now also explore storytelling mediums such as plays, podcasts, and digital series.

This past month, the NY Chapter held its first Co-Working session at NomadWorks Times Square! After, attendees were able to stay and enjoy the NomadWorks amenities for the rest of the day! CMA members are also eligible to get a discount for unlimited, 24/7 access to NomadWorks, or find a plan that works for you! 

If you’re interested in taking advantage of this CMA perk and learning more, email Stephen Froio at sfroio@nomadworks.com for more information about individual memberships.

Jake Bazel (Sesame Street, Helpsters, Disney’s Winnie the Pooh) is an established Voice Acting for Animation coach in the kids’ media market and beyond. He is committed to helping folks unlock their inner cartoon character with a process that is practical, playful, personal, and actionable. Alum have gone on to book lead roles in major animated series, including Dora The Explorer, Esme & Roy, Franklin, Arthur, Paw Patrol, Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood, The Cat in the Hat Knows A Lot About That, Super Why, and more.

Each course with Jake is tailored to the student’s individual goals, whether that’s developing the toolbox of skills you need to get started, or building the stable of characters you need to record a demo and get working!

All CMA Members receive 20% off Jake’s One-on-One 6-Session Course. Send an email jakebazelcoaching@gmail.com with the code "CHILDRENSMEDIA" in the subject

Scrivener is the go-to app for writers of all kinds, used every day by best-selling novelists, screenwriters, non-fiction writers, students, academics, lawyers, journalists, translators and more. Scrivener won’t tell you how to write—it simply provides everything you need to start writing and keep writing. And to get all of your writing projects started Scrivener are offering all CMA members a 20% discount on Scrivener for macOS or Windows. Use code CHILDRENSMEDIA

BetterHelp is the leading online therapy platform with over 20,000 therapists across the U.S., services in 50+ languages, and support in over 200 countries. The partnership we have arranged will give everyone a month of free therapy (up to 4 live sessions during the first month + unlimited texting) with a therapist that is specifically assigned to your individual preferences. You can communicate with your therapist via phone, video and live chat, plus you can message your therapist whenever you’d like. BetterHelp’s network have helped more than 2,000,000 people face life’s challenges and improve their mental health.

1D Dental Plans offer exclusive savings to our members so you can save big at every dental visit. You can visit the dentist as often as needed, no limits, waiting periods or exclusions with 1D Dental Plans. The CMA member plan includes additional savings on Dental, RX, and Vision pricing.The $20 set up fee is also waived.

Dental Access saves members money at general dentists and specialists and even includes braces! EyeMed Vision offers 20% to 40% off the retail price of eyewear. No yearly maximum, choice of any available frame, laser vision correction savings, eye exams, contact lenses, frame and lenses are part of the plan. MedImpact RX plan is accepted at pharmacies from CVS to Costco for up to a 60% off on generic RX and up to 25% off on brand-name drugs. MedVantx mail order is also available for maintenance RX. 1D Dental, RX and Vision Plan

StoryFit Research Platform provides data and new ways to inject insights early in the creative development process to create a competitive advantage. The StoryFit Research Platform helps studios, directors, and producers answer their two most important questions: What content should I make, and how can I make my content better? 

Email info@storyfit.com and get 20% of studio packages with the discount code: CHILDRENSMEDIAROCKS

The StoryFit Comps – Individual Members pay $50 a month(reg. $300/month) Comp your project against the StoryFit Comps database of 100,000+ movies and TV shows. Filter by budget, genre, story, cast, and crew so you can make smarter decisions with the most accurate and sophisticated comps in the industry! This benefit is $50 a month(regularly $300/month) and you can cancel at anytime.

Ready to take your production game to the next level? Look no further than GreenlightGO – your ultimate partner in finding the perfect space for all your creative needs!

As the world’s largest production services platform, GreenlightGO offers 500 proven turnkey facilities coast to coast. Whether you need studios, soundstages, production offices, post-production facilities, or more, we’ve got you covered!

But wait, there’s more! Introducing GreenlightGO Pro – an initiative designed to help companies save money, revamp their studios, or upgrade to the latest technology. From leading design initiatives to procuring your net space – and everything in between, we handle it all so you can focus on what you do best – creating magic!

And here’s the cherry on top: All CMA Members get a complimentary 30-minute consultation from GreenlightGO! Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to level up your production game. Reach out to contact@greenlightgo.tv and let us know you are a part of CMA so we can get started on making your next dream project a reality!

Stephanie Simpson Coaching – Mini Coaching Package

Coaching is a powerful process that helps you to understand who you are, get clear on what you want, and support you in creating a plan to move forward. Stephanie Simpson is an Artist, Coach, Facilitator, and the author of the “21 Day Stress Management Workbook: A Holistic, Interactive Guide to Re-Defining Your Relationship to Stress.” Drawing on her background in movement/the arts, meditation, trauma, and psychology, she partners with people and businesses/organizations to achieve their greatest potential by nurturing the connection between the mind, body, and spirit. Skilled at holding space so that people and businesses can get clear on their purpose and align their purpose with their goals, Stephanie empowers her clients to live courageously and to the fullest by creating communities and workplace cultures that are human centric, fostering and valuing employee wellness and sustainability. As an ICF certified coach at the PCC level, Stephanie uses the Core Energy Leadership Framework and Assessment with her clients. This attitudinal assessment and framework helps a person understand how they are currently viewing themselves and the world around them. These tools help to create more clarity on what is holding them back and where there are opportunities for growth and development leading to more satisfaction and success both personally and professionally.

The package includes:

• Energy Leadership Index Assessment
• 75 min Assessment Debrief Session
• 45 min Coaching Session

Normally a $550 investment, CMA members can get this offer for just $300. Please email Stephanie Simpson at Stephanie@stephanie-simpson.com to learn more and take advantage of this benefit.