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		<title>&#8220;Pitch It&#8221; at Upcoming Omni Cultural TV Fest And NATPE Event</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 22 Mar 2022 21:46:36 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Los Angeles, CA &#8212; On June 9th writers and independent producers looking to gain access to content buyers</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Los Angeles, CA<strong> &#8212;</strong> On June 9th writers and independent producers looking to gain access to content buyers of film and television projects can do so at <strong><em>Pitch It!</em></strong> This event is put on by Omni Cultural TV Fest in partnership with NATPE.  Pitch It! gives creators and independent producers the opportunity to showcase their work to buyers and distributors via an all-day event with screenings, top-rated industry panels, workshops, and award show ceremonies. Pitch It!<strong> </strong>is part of the virtual festival taking place Thursday, June 9<sup>th</sup>via&nbsp; S.T.R.E.A.M. World, an avatar populated digital platform.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Omni Cultural TV Fest </strong>was created and co-founded by Actress/Producer <strong>Kiki Melendez</strong> and co-founded award-winning Executive Producer <strong>Cindy Cowan</strong>. Its launch in 2019 drew over 3,800 filmmakers and executives to the Egyptian Theater.&nbsp;</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Content buyers participating this year include:  </p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>A&amp;E Networks, TLC Networks, Roundtable Entertainment, Shorts TV, Will Smith’s Westbrook Studios, John Legend’s Get Gifted Film Company, Cactus Tree Entertainment, The Cartel, The Format People, Industry Media, Scott Sternberg productions, Canela Media, Culture Creative, Maverick Entertainment, </strong>and<strong> Liverpool West Productions</strong>.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">In order to participants to enable the participants to prepare to pitch, Omni Cultural TV Fest will provide mandates ahead of time so that participants know what companies seek in regards to genre, format and target demos. OCTVF will also offer Pitch Etiquette (how to pitch) for participants to learn the do’s and don’ts needed to put their best pitch forward.</p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Participants will choose who they pitch to based on the companies’ mandates. On event day, they will have an allotted time to pitch their projects directly to the companies they selected. Scripted, Non-Scripted, Talk, Comedy Specials, Documentaries, Shorts and Movies of all genres are welcomed. <strong>Creators must sign up before the May 19</strong><strong><sup>th</sup></strong><strong> Deadline</strong>.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">“<em>OCTVF is a labor of love from the staff and partners involved. Our goal is to positively </em><strong><em>im</em></strong><em>pact the entertainment industry, making it more inclusive, and we have countless success stories to prove this multicultural international platform is working!</em>” said creator and co-founder Melendez.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">In celebration of its 3rd year, OCTVF and NATPE will be honoring the Blue Ribbon Panel of Judges, the Advisory Board and the 2022 festival selections by holding two live events. The first on April 6th at Allure Banquet in Los Angeles and the other in New York City on Thursday, April 21st at 44 Lounge on Broadway. For a complete list of honorees go to www.Omniculturaltvfest.com</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">“<em>It is an incredibly exciting time to be an indie content creator! We are grateful for the participation and support of these renowned companies towards our growing global independent content community,</em>” stated Jenean Atwood Baynes, the Festival and Programming Director.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Creators and Independent producers can register for <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/omni-cultural-tv-fest-2022-virtual-event-tickets-169334834047?aff=ebdssbdestsearch">Pitch it! </a>starting June 9th. Click on Link. here:<strong> </strong></p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The deadline to register is May 19th 2022</p><p>The post <a href="https://latinheat.com/pitch-it-at-upcoming-omni-cultural-tv-fest-and-natpe-event/">“Pitch It” at Upcoming Omni Cultural TV Fest And NATPE Event</a> first appeared on <a href="https://latinheat.com"></a>.</p>]]></content:encoded>
					
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		<pubDate>Mon, 02 Nov 2020 23:26:59 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Co-founders Cindy Cowan And Kiki Melendez Host The Multicultural Fest Produced by Latin Hollywood Films Latin Heat Media</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Co-founders Cindy Cowan And Kiki Melendez Host</strong> <strong>The Multicultural Fest Produced by Latin Hollywood Films</strong></p>


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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Omni Cultural TV Fest (OCTVF) in partnership with NATPE launches its second annual television festival showcasing more than 60 selections of thousands received from diverse content creators worldwide. The Omni Cultural TV Fest, all-day event on Tuesday, December 8, 2020, is a unique platform for independent producers of all cultures worldwide to showcase new ideas for television and over-the-top (OTT) platforms, offering content creators the opportunity of presenting their original work in front of legitimate buyers.</p>


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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">OCTVF co-founders <strong>Kiki Melendez</strong> and <strong>Cindy Cowan</strong> pivoted to online as production and special events came to an abrupt halt this year due to COVID-19. The innovative OCTF team found a way to execute this year’s festival using an interactive and animated virtual platform The Omni Cultural TV Fest is designed to connect independent producers, creators, and talent through innovative networking activities and panels and the screening of their projects to content buyers.</p>


<p class="wp-block-paragraph">This year’s OCTVF will build on the success of the 2019 inaugural event at the Egyptian Theater in Hollywood which attracted over 2K attendees. For this year’s edition, Omni Cultural TV Fest has joined forces with Southern California’s nonprofit organization S.T.R.E.A.M. Global Innovations, creators of the “virtual world” platform that will allow content to be streamed live offering interactive access to all festival guests.&nbsp;</p>


<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Last year&#8217;s OCTVF festival was instrumental in getting five projects distributed through ShortsTV,&nbsp; a distribution deal for our comedy special winner from Comedy Dynamics, a movie deal with &nbsp;Maverick Entertainment, and pitch meetings with GRB, Disney, and All 3 Media, and requests to view participants’ content from prominent networks and studios.</p>


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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Attendees will participate in the 2020 Omni Cultural TV Fest from the comfort and safety of their own homes. Using their computer or smart device, they will create their avatar to “walk” through the sponsor expo, attend panel discussions and screenings and award shows, and even dance at the after party. Guests will be able to ask questions, talk to one another, set up private meetings and networking as if they were at the live festival. They will also get the latest intel on technology and production trends.</p>


<p class="wp-block-paragraph">“We are excited to partner with S.T.R.E.A.M. Global on this year’s festival. First, we are supporting a nonprofit that promotes youth empowerment in technology, and second, we are offering our attendees a superior networking experience,” said Melendez, Omni Cultural TV Founder and CEO of Latin Hollywood Films.&nbsp;</p>


<p class="wp-block-paragraph">“I am so eager to execute this year’s Omni Cultural TV Fest! Our selections are superb, and we are doing something completely unique and positive for our creative community around the world. This will be a must-attend event,” said Festival Director and CEO of Anannke Entertainment, <strong>Elvia Barboa</strong>.</p>


<p class="wp-block-paragraph">This year’s panels will be programmed by veteran executive <strong>Jenean Atwood Baynes</strong> and will include: Writing for Television, Perfecting the Pitch, Directing, New Media, Worldwide Distribution, Capturing the Latino Market, Surviving COVID in Hollywood and Celebrating Diversity with today’s top entertainment movers, shakers and change agents. The line-up is impressive with professionals from the industry’s ecosystem participating on panels and some serving as judges on our Blue-Ribbon panel.</p>


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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">&nbsp;“We have been showcasing vetted producers with show teasers through our Omni Cultural TV Fest Virtual Pre-Shows all summer, now it is time for the world to see their work,” said festival Co-Founder<strong> Cindy Cowan</strong>.</p>


<p class="wp-block-paragraph">For tickets go to: <a href="http://www.omniculturaltvfest.com"><strong>www.OmniCulturalTvFest.com</strong></a>&nbsp; or at Eventbrite.</p>


<p class="wp-block-paragraph">OCTVF has received support from Nickelodeon, Viacom, A&amp;E, Lifetime, The History Channel, The Nacelle Company, CBS Diversity, NBC/Telemundo, Spectrum TV1, WIF, NYWIFT, Greenlight Women, HRTS and Vimeo.</p>


<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>YouTube:&nbsp;</strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLHvz5-XcDZkL1etwIH7vBQ"><strong>https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLHvz5-XcDZkL1etwIH7vBQ</strong></a><strong> </strong><strong><br /></strong><strong>Facebook: </strong><a href="https://www.facebook.com/OmniCulturalTVFestLA/"><strong>https://www.facebook.com/OmniCulturalTVFestLA/</strong></a><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p>


<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Instagram:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.instagram.com/omniculturaltv"><strong>https://www.instagram.com/omniculturaltv</strong></a><strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p><p>The post <a href="https://latinheat.com/2nd-annual-omni-cultural-tv-fest-in-partnership-with-natpe-dec-8-2020/">2nd Annual Omni Cultural TV Fest In Partnership With NATPE Dec. 8, 2020</a> first appeared on <a href="https://latinheat.com"></a>.</p>]]></content:encoded>
					
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		<title>Submissions Open: 2nd Annual OMNI Cultural TV Fest 2020</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 12 Jul 2019 16:16:59 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Submission deadlines for the 2020 Omni Cultural TV Fest:June 30, 2019- Submissions OpenOctober 15, 2019- Early DeadlineJanuary 15,</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="wp-block-paragraph" style="text-align:center"><strong>Submission deadlines for the 2020 Omni Cultural TV Fest:<br />June 30, 2019- Submissions Open<br />October 15, 2019- Early Deadline<br />January 15, 2020- Official Deadline<br />February 16th, 2020- Final Deadline</strong></p>


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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The&nbsp;<strong>Omni Cultural TV Fest&nbsp;</strong>(OCTVF) in partnership with&nbsp;<strong>NATPE</strong>&nbsp;(National Association of Television Program Executives) announced today that submissions for 2020 are now open.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>


<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Filmmakers that submit early will have a head start in getting their projects seen by industry executives. The festival acts as a bridge to merge content creators with industry professionals.</p>


<p class="wp-block-paragraph" style="text-align:left">Submissions in all genres of Television will be accepted: TV Pilots, TV sizzle reels (scripted and non-scripted), short-form web series, TV movie trailers, foreign language TV sizzle reels, student submissions, animation, and talk shows.</p>


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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Produced by&nbsp;<strong>Kiki Melendez</strong>&nbsp;of Latin Hollywood Films and Cindy Cowan Entertainment, this unique multicultural platform for independent content producers provides an avenue for promoting new ideas in all genres for television and OTT platforms.</p>


<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Thus far, the festival has been instrumental in getting five projects distributed through ShortsTV, a distribution deal through Maverick Entertainment, meetings with Abrams Artists Agency,&nbsp;pitch meetings with Cindy Cowan and with All 3 Media, and requests for content from the prominent networks and studios such as Disney and Viacom. NATPE has also designated an OCTVF tab on their website so that buyers will have easy access to view the 2019 selections and winners in all the categories.</p>


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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">In its inaugural event at the landmark Egyptian Theater this past May,&nbsp;<strong>OCTVF</strong> made an indelible impact on the industry receiving a 5-star rating and garnering critical acclaim from filmmakers, sponsors, partners, executives, and attendees.</p>


<p class="wp-block-paragraph">This year&nbsp;<strong>OCTVF</strong> will be going on tour through Miami, NYC, San Francisco, San Diego, and&nbsp;&nbsp;LA to generate buzz prior to the grand event which is set for the first week of June 2020.</p>


<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Omni Cultural TV Fest</strong> is a one of a kind visual expo for emerging producers to showcase their work on the big screen in front of legitimate buyers.</p>


<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Please visit <a href="http://www.omniculturaltvfest.com">Omniculturaltvfest.com</a> and/or FilmFreeway.com&nbsp;for more information on submissions. Omni Cultural TV Fest is a subsidiary of Latin Hollywood Films Inc.</p><p>The post <a href="https://latinheat.com/submissions-open-2nd-annual-omni-cultural-tv-fest-2020/">Submissions Open: 2nd Annual OMNI Cultural TV Fest 2020</a> first appeared on <a href="https://latinheat.com"></a>.</p>]]></content:encoded>
					
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		<pubDate>Fri, 17 May 2019 04:57:38 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Omni Cultural TV Fest 2020 Returns Spring 2020Submissions Period Opens June 30, 2019 More than 2,000 industry professionals</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Omni Cultural TV Fest 2020 Returns Spring 2020</strong><br><strong>Submissions Period Opens June 30, 2019</strong></p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong><em>More than 2,000 industry professionals and filmmakers attended the all-day event that connects diverse and emerging producers with industry professionals and distributors </em></strong></p>



<div class="wp-block-image"><figure class="aligncenter size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="717" height="481" src="https://latinheat.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Omni-founders.jpeg" alt="" class="wp-image-77776" srcset="https://latinheat.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Omni-founders.jpeg 717w, https://latinheat.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Omni-founders-300x201.jpeg 300w, https://latinheat.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Omni-founders-600x403.jpeg 600w, https://latinheat.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Omni-founders-585x392.jpeg 585w" sizes="(max-width: 717px) 100vw, 717px" /><figcaption>Omni Cultural TV Fest Co-Founders Kiki Melendez and Cindy Cowan with actress Zulay Henao (L-One of the judges) </figcaption></figure></div>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Omni Cultural TV Fest </strong>(OCTVF) in partnership with <strong>NATPE</strong> (National Association of Television Program Executives) announced that the first showcase on May 1, 2019, at the Egyptian Theater in Hollywood was a complete success. With hundreds of industry professionals and filmmakers attending the all-day screenings and panel discussions, all are excited for next year. </p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img fetchpriority="high" decoding="async" width="1024" height="576" src="https://latinheat.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Omni-Cultural-2019-1024x576.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-77772" srcset="https://latinheat.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Omni-Cultural-2019-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://latinheat.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Omni-Cultural-2019-300x169.jpg 300w, https://latinheat.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Omni-Cultural-2019-768x432.jpg 768w, https://latinheat.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Omni-Cultural-2019-600x338.jpg 600w, https://latinheat.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Omni-Cultural-2019.jpg 1200w, https://latinheat.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Omni-Cultural-2019-585x329.jpg 585w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /><figcaption>(L-R) Omni Cultural TV Fest Exec. Producers Meiling Macias-Toro, Julia Carias-Linares and Melinda Cea and friends</figcaption></figure>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Produced by <strong>Kiki Melendez</strong> of Latin Hollywood Films and Cindy Cowan Entertainment, this unique multicultural platform for independent content producers provided an avenue for promoting new ideas in all genres for television and OTT platforms. </p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">“NATPE is always seeking new ways to elevate emerging producers via connectivity and education. The OCTVF is a wonderful example of how we can invest and support this passionate and diverse community,” said <strong>JP Bommel</strong>, President and CEO of NATPE. </p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The all-day event featured screenings of more than 73 selections. Panels included: Content Programing and Development with Network Executives, Directing, Writing, Distribution, and Diversity and Inclusion for Television with A-list executives and talent. </p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">“One of the greatest experiences of my life,” said <strong>Ursula Vari</strong>, filmmaker. “I won valuable connections and experiences with like-minded filmmakers and had deep conversations with industry executives. It’s an incredible platform for my work. Everyone is there to be of service to under-represented talent.” </p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Award categories included: Best Animation, Foreign Language, Student Submissions, Short Web Series, Comedy Special, Movie Trailer, TV Sizzle Reel Scripted and Unscripted, TV Pilots, Drama, Comedy. The Corporate Responsibility award went to <strong>Latasha Gillespie</strong>, Exec Head of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for Amazon Studios for her generosity and support for this initiative. The Lifetime Achievement went to Executive Producer, <strong>Peter Engel </strong>who inspired the audience with two standing ovations. </p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">“This is the first cultural event our company, Comedy Dynamics, has partnered with and it was fantastic. The panels and content were eye opening and outstanding,” said <strong>Griffin Gmelich</strong>, Head of Distribution for the Nacelle Company. </p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Among the stars attending the red carpet and afterparty were <strong>Don Stark</strong>, <strong>Adrian Dev</strong>, <strong>Peter Engel</strong>, <strong>Tiny Lister</strong>, <strong>Sofia Milos</strong>, <strong>Joni Bovill</strong>, <strong>Jimmy Jean-Louis</strong>, <strong>Rhyon Nicole Brown</strong>, <strong>Zulay Henao</strong>, <strong>Guy Ecker</strong>, <strong>Freddy Giorlando </strong>and <strong>Sheldon Reynolds</strong>. <strong>Andy Vargas</strong> (lead singer for <strong>Santana</strong>) performed with his band Souleros, along with <strong>Lilly Hernandez</strong> and her Cuban Jazz Band. </p>



<p class="has-text-align-center has-text-color has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph" style="color:#df63db"><strong>Omni Cultural TV Fest in Partnership with NATPE Reaches Thousands at Inaugural Showcase for TV and OTT Distribution</strong></p>



<p class="has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph">For complete list of the winning projects <a href="https://www.omniculturaltvfest.com/">CLICK HERE</a></p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The winners of the competition in their respective categories, as well as the awards to Engle and Gillespie, were handed out to a packed house at in the Reigler at the Egyptian Theater.  Actor <strong>Yancey Arias</strong> was on hand to help with the presentations.   and were handed out in the Main sponsors included The Dominican Republic Ministry of Tourism West Coast Region, DGCINE (The Dominican Republic Film Commission), Maverick Entertainment, Nickelodeon, Story Rocket, Soluna Events, and SG Promotions. <strong> </strong></p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The Industry response was overwhelmingly positive about the selections and programs that were screened at the TV Fest.  To further assist the filmmakers, NATPE  is working on a dedicated portal for Omni Cultural TV Fest Selections 2019, which will be accessible to program executives, buyers, distributors, OTT platforms, and others.  Stay tuned for that announcement.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Independent producers who are interested in getting their content in front of content buyers are encouraged to visit the OmniCultural TV Fest website for more information at  <a href="http://www.omniculturaltvfest.com. ">www.omniculturaltvfest.com. </a></p>



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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Cindy Cowan is a big deal in the filmmaking business. She has produced some of the biggest studios</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Cindy Cowan </strong>is a big deal in the filmmaking business. She has produced some of the biggest studios films in Hollywood with some of the most well-known A-listers through IEG, the production company she co-founded with <strong>Graham King</strong>. &nbsp;During her tenure as president, IEG had successes that included an Emmy nomination for <em>Rent-A-Kid</em>; Emmy, Golden Globe and People&#8217;s Choice nominations for <em>If These Walls Could Talk</em>; and Oscar-winning <em>Traffic </em>starring <strong>Michael Douglas</strong> and <strong>Benicio del Toro</strong><em>. </em><br /></p>


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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">After selling her stake in IEG, Cowan started Cindy Cowan Entertainment where she has produced <em>Scorched</em>, <em>Fifty Dead Men Walking</em>, and <em>Red Lights</em> starring <strong>Robert DeNiro</strong> and <strong>Sigourney Weaver</strong>. &nbsp;&nbsp;Recently she optioned <strong>Edwin F. Becker’s</strong> book <a href="https://deadline.com/tag/true-haunting/"><em>True Haunting</em></a><em> </em>about NBC’s 1971 televised exorcism, which she will produce for Screen Gems along with <strong>Steve Bersch</strong> and <strong>Scott Strauss</strong>. &nbsp;She is also working on the upcoming film <em>Arkansas </em>which stars <strong>Vince Vaughn</strong> and <strong>Liam Hemsworth</strong>.<br /></p>


<p class="wp-block-paragraph">With an incredible film production resume, Cowan is now entering the TV arena, partnering with one of TV’s most prolific producer of hit TV shows, among them <em>Jane the Virgin</em>, and <em>Charmed</em>. “ Most of my work is in film&#8230;but I am getting into TV,” she confirmed. &nbsp;“I Just partnered with <strong>Ben Silverman</strong> and we have a couple of huge TV projects that I cannot announce yet.”<br /></p>


<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Transitioning into TV is a natural for Cowan, however, she realizes the difficulty for many indie producers to break into the business. So when <strong>Kiki Melendez</strong> of Latin Hollywood Films approached her about joining her in co-founding the<a href="https://filmfreeway.com/OmniCulturalTvFestival"> Omni Cultural TV Fest</a> it was an easy decision. Both women are joined by <strong>Sarkis Semerjyan</strong> also a Co-Founder of the Fest.<br /></p>


<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The Omni Cultural TV Fest is a one of a kind opportunity for independent content creators to showcase their ideas for television, cable, and Over-The-Top (OTT) distribution. A panel of judges comprised of industry professionals have had the hard taske of selecting projects ranging from TV series dramas, comedy, animation, reality, webseries and talk shows to screen at the Egyptian theater on May 1st. &nbsp;<br /></p>


<p class="wp-block-paragraph">As busy as Cowan is with her producing she is making time to launch this TV festival in a major way. &nbsp;She recognizes the importance of looking at content from diverse communities and working with Melendez to do so. “Kiki is a force to be reckoned. I met her during the <em>Hot Tamales </em>Days [a comedy show created by Melendez],” she explained. “She would come in to pitch her different projects. She has been a friend for 20 years…and although I liked her ideas, &nbsp;I think this is the best idea she has had in 20 years.”<br /></p>


<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Beside the “Kiki factor” Cowan believes it’s the time for this TV fest to happen. &nbsp;“It’s amazing, there are a lot of film festivals, but not many TV festivals and the ones there are, are all for finished projects.” &nbsp;<br /></p>


<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><a href="https://filmfreeway.com/OmniCulturalTvFestival">Omni Cultural TV Fest</a> is an idea which has resonated with established industry organizations in Hollywood whose business is the promotion and sales of syndicated TV content. &nbsp;The National Association of Television Program Executives (NATPE) is a co-presenter of the Festival, as well as Women in Film. &nbsp;The good news for the indie projects, selected from the hundreds of submission, is that studio and TV network, cablers and OTT executives will have an opportunity to watch their shows at the fest, content they otherwise might never see.<br /></p>


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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Cowan believes the TV and film landscape is changing and that the time is now for an event like the Omni Cultural TV Fest. &nbsp;“There is now a huge demand in both tv and film for projects with diversity, with funding actually coming in quicker because of it,” Cowan explained.  “The trend for females and people of color, across the board from directors, to writers, to talent, is there. &nbsp;After the industry initially claimed that a film with black leads would not sell, there is now a mandate. <em>Black Panther</em> changed the whole landscape.<br /></p>


<p class="wp-block-paragraph"> And that trend continues on TV. &nbsp;Although,<em> Jane the Virgin</em> is going off the air after a five year run, executive producers <strong>Jennie Snyder Urman</strong>, star Gina Rodriguez, and exec producers Ben Silverman have already secured a pilot order for a spinoff called <em>Jane The Telenovela</em>; &nbsp;And Jaime Camil who plays Jane’s father Rogelio is re-teaming with CBS for his own, as of yet untitled show, which he will star in and executive produce. <br /></p>


<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Diversity is the next big thing. &nbsp;“Omni culture will be putting diverse content creators and their projects in front of the biggest TV executives,” Cowan confirmed. &nbsp;“We will have Amazon, Netflix execs and others in the audience”.  She also adds that her company will also be taking a serious look at the festival projects. <br /></p>


<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Omni Cultural TV Fest will make its debut on May 1st at the Egyptian Theater with a full day of panels featuring the content buyer and development executives, distribution and panel where content producers can pitch their project and of course the screening of all the projects selected. Also, panels that will teach you about storyboarding all the way to finish production and talent panels<br /></p>


<p class="wp-block-paragraph">In June, Cowan will receive The Hollywood Women’s Film Festiva’s Humanitarian Award which recognizes women pioneers in writing, directing and producing. &nbsp;It alsoencompasses her philanthropy work which included her board position of of Little Kids Rock, a non-profit organization that provides free instruments and lessons to underserved public schools, and Children Mending Hearts, a dynamic arts-based enrichment education program that helps empower disadvantaged youth, building empathy and global citizenry.<br /></p>


<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Cowan’s career has always been propelled by doing the right thing.  Early l on in her career she&nbsp;quit her job as a producer at a TV station when they wanted her to place hidden cameras to capture a father of a decapitated boy who refused to do an on-camera interview. Then there was a time when while working as the executive on a movie, she uncovered a million dollars was missing. She reported to the bond company and was still able to deliver the picture and on budget.  Both these incidents changed the course of her career or served to enhance her work as a producer.<br /></p>


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		<pubDate>Thu, 24 Jan 2019 12:30:30 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Latin Hollywood Films, in partnership with the National Association of Television Program Executives (NATPE), have partnered in the inaugural Omni-Cultural TV Festival (OCTVFF), a unique multicultural platform and opportunity for independent content creators and producers to showcase their ideas for television and Over-The-Top (OTT) distribution.</p>
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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Latin Hollywood Films, in partnership with the National Association of Television Program Executives (NATPE), have partnered in the inaugural Omni-Cultural TV Festival (OCTVFF), a unique multicultural platform and opportunity for independent content creators and producers to showcase their ideas for television and Over-The-Top (OTT) distribution.  The TV festival will take place on May 1, 2019 at the world famous Egyptian Theater in Los Angeles.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Joining Melendez at the NATPE conference this January to announce and promote the OCTVFF partnership where some of the <a href="https://www.omniculturaltvfest.com/about">co-founders of the Omni-Cultural TV Festival</a> who include: <strong>Julia Carias-Linares</strong>, <strong>Melinda Cea</strong>; <strong>Lino Garcia</strong> and <strong>Meling Macias Toro;</strong> all seasoned producers and network executives who bring their knowledge and experience to ensure its success.</p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The Omni-Cultural TV Festival is the brainchild of President/CEO of Latin Hollywood Films Kiki Melendez.  In 2016 the &#8220;proof of concept&#8221; event that was the genesis of the Omni-Cultural TV Fest was produced by her company Latin Hollywood films produced the <a href="https://staging.latinheat.com/?s=Latin+Hollywood+films+Upfronts">Multicultural Television Sizzle Reel Upfronts</a> which screened eight new pilots for network and studio executive.  </p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The 2016 &#8220;upfronts&#8221; provided an opportunity for network and studio executives to be exposed to the work of independent producers who do not usually have the opportunity to get their content seen by individuals who can actually help take their content to the next level. Several of the project screened did, in fact, find additional funding and/or domestic and international distribution.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Now Melendez has partnered with NATPE with the mission to connect diverse emerging independent producers with industry professionals and distributors who can buy and sell content. </p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">&#8220;We aim to give a hand up to those with brilliant ideas of filmmakers that may not have access to the right contacts. We believe the next big hit on television can come from anyone.&#8221; Melendez tell us. &#8220;We believe diversity is key in entertainment and pride ourselves on having representatives from all platforms, ethnic groups, and cultural backgrounds.&nbsp;</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"> The OCTVFF is a one-day event where in addition to the screening of selected pilots, independent TV content producers will also have informational panels, access to industry professionals and resources to move their projects forward; a unique opportunity unmatched anywhere in the country.  </p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">“NATPE believes the vibrant community of emerging producers, those who are passionate about the industry and creative in their content, are the future of our media business&#8221;, said <strong>JP Bommel</strong>&nbsp;President and CEO of NATPE.  &#8220;We are pleased to support Latin Hollywood <g class="gr_ gr_70 gr-alert gr_gramm gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim Style multiReplace" id="70" data-gr-id="70">Films </g><g class="gr_ gr_69 gr-alert gr_gramm gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim Style replaceWithoutSep" id="69" data-gr-id="69"><g class="gr_ gr_70 gr-alert gr_gramm gr_inline_cards gr_disable_anim_appear Style multiReplace" id="70" data-gr-id="70">,</g>in</g> presenting this unique platform, where diverse creators showcasing their work will be well-served by the Festival’s opportunities for potential distribution and co-production agreements.”   </p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">A Blue-Ribbon Panel of respected industry professionals consisting of showrunners, buyers, distributors and established actors who will screen submissions and determine best-in-class for recognition. <br></p>



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					<description><![CDATA[<p>NATPE Report 2018 Telemundo International Studios, a division of NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises, the new internationally-focused production unit exclusively</p>
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<p><a href="http://staging.latinheat.com/tv-3/tv-news-tv-3/telemundo-intl-studios-launches-el-recluso-at-natpe/attachment/telemundointl/" rel="attachment wp-att-33584"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignleft size-full wp-image-33584" src="http://staging.latinheat.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/TelemundoIntl.png" alt="" width="268" height="260" /></a>Telemundo International Studios, a division of NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises, t<span style="color: #000000;">he new internationally-focused production unit exclusively focused on creating scripted ‘Premium Series,’ screened its first-ever project <em>El Recluso</em> (<em>The Inmate</em>) at the NATPE 2018 Conference </span>at a private screening at the Eden Roc Hotel in Miami Beach.<br />
<em>El Recluso </em>was made available for international syndication and is scheduled to premiere in the U.S. on Telemundo later in the summer. The behind the scene talent includes noted Director of Photography, <strong>Jaime Reynoso</strong> (<em>Aquí en La Tierra, Bloodline, Shooter, Ballers, The Glades, Burn Notice</em>), Oscar-winner <strong>Brigitte Broch</strong> (<em>Moulin Rouge, Babel, Amores Perros, 21 Gramos, Romeo + Julieta, Sexo, Pudor y Lágrimas</em>) has signed on as Production Designer.  The series is produced in Mexico, including locations in Mexico City and the U.S.-Mexico border.<br />
<em>El Recluso </em>centers around Lázaro Mendoza, a former marine who enters a maximum-security prison on the U.S.-Mexico border to investigate the abduction of the daughter of a prominent U.S. judge.  The cast stars Argentine actor <strong>Ignacio Serricchio</strong> (Lazaro Mendoza) and Mexican actress <strong>Ana Claudia Talancón</strong> (<em>Frida</em>).<br />
“After a year in production, we were thrilled to share a sneak peek of <em>El Recluso</em> with our industry colleagues at NATPE,” said <strong>Marcos Santana</strong>, President, Telemundo Global Studios.<br />
The El Recluso cast also includes <strong>Luis Felipe Tovar</strong> (Mariano Tavares), <strong>David Chocarro</strong> (Santito), <strong>Tiaré Scanda</strong> (Azucena Tavares), <strong>Guy Ecker</strong> (Judge John Morris) and <strong>Isabella Castillo</strong> (Linda Morris).  The series is produced by <strong>Inna Payán</strong> (<em>Las 13 Esposas de Wilson Fernández, El Sueño de Iván, La Jaula de Oro, Hidalgo &#8211; La Historia Jamás Contada</em>) Sebastián Ortega (<em>Gigoló, El Extranjero, Fanny la Fan</em>); and directed by<strong> Jorge Colón</strong> (<em>Las 13 Esposas de Wilson Fernández, Sin Ella</em>), <strong>Mariano Ardanaz</strong> (<em>El Marginal, Abre tus Ojos</em>) and<strong> Alfonso Pineda</strong>. <strong>Marcos Santana</strong> serves as Executive Producer.<br />
A division of NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises, Telemundo International Studios was founded in 2016 to produce short, high-quality programs designed to meet the growing demand in international markets and from emerging platforms for high-end, short-format scripted series.<br />
Telemundo International Studios produces big-budget <em>Premium Series</em> in Spanish, averaging 10-15 episodes available for different platforms, including broadcast, cable and digital media.<br />
<strong>Click to watch trailer: </strong><a href="https://wpyadmin.ne.cision.com/l/zzmscufz/www.dropbox.com/s/heg4y0gzofuutfz/ElRecluso-Trailer-PR.m4v?dl=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?hl=en&amp;q=https://wpyadmin.ne.cision.com/l/zzmscufz/www.dropbox.com/s/heg4y0gzofuutfz/ElRecluso-Trailer-PR.m4v?dl%3D0&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1516243512823000&amp;usg=AFQjCNHgX6ZOBwA8sYRwSVFk5lyvPFWGeg"><strong>El Recluso (The Inmate)</strong></a><strong> </strong><br />
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>NATPE 2018 &#8211; Miami, January 16-18th The Success Story of Kiki Melendez&#8217;s Kiki Mobile Featured at NAPTE Miami, FL</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: right;">NATPE 2018 &#8211; Miami, January 16-18th</p>
<h4 style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #339966;">The Success Story of Kiki Melendez&#8217;s <em>Kiki Mobile</em> Featured at NAPTE</span></h4>
<p>Miami, FL &#8212; NATPE (National Association of Television Program Executives) is the premier global business forum for content creators, distributors and buyers across all platforms.  Attendees include media buyers, broadcast and cable networks and channels looking to acquire programming, program distribution companies, financiers, advertisers, technology companies, and content producers.<br />
So if you are a content creator, you should be at NATPE this week.  It&#8217;s where shows like <em>Oprah</em> were sold into syndication and the rest, as they say, is history.  <em>American Latino</em> and <em>Latination</em> are two Latino themed shows that were originally sold into syndication by <strong>Robert Rose</strong>, producer and founder of <a title="AIM Tell-A-Vision" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/AIM_Tell-A-Vision">AIM Tell-A-Vision Group</a> and which continue to air on LATV to this date (Rose currently has his travel show <em>Raw Travel</em> at NAPTE).   These are only two examples of NATPE success stories, there are countless with a long list of successes dating back to its founding in 1963.<br />
The NATPE 2018 Marketplace &amp; Conference takes place at the Fontainebleau and Eden Roc in Miami Beach and will run for three days, Tuesday, January 16th &#8211; Thursday, January 18th; its theme fittingly,   “A Changing Industry In A Changing World”<br />
Where once the biggest syndication deal were made at NAPTE, in the ever changing world of content creation and distribution, has manage to stay relevant.  This year NATPE is gearing up to boost international content, reality and Local TV.  And this year, as the trend continues, content from Latin America and the U.S. Hispanic market are what is trending.<br />
<strong>Alon Shtruzman</strong>, CEO of Keshet, the Israeli production and distribution company of such shows such as <em>Homeland </em>and <em>The A Word</em>, told the trades. “For us, NATPE became a great market for Latin America. NATPE was reborn thanks to the Latin American and Hispanic market.”<a href="http://staging.latinheat.com/tv-3/tv-news-tv-3/weekly-entertainment-talk-show-kiki-mobile-premieres-on-fyi-on-sunday-sept-17th/attachment/kkm-mobile-hd-logo/" rel="attachment wp-att-32888"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-32888 alignright" src="http://staging.latinheat.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/KikiMobile-1024x472.jpeg" alt="" width="499" height="230" /></a><br />
In that vein, actress/producer Kiki Melendez fits the bill. A true success story Melendez took her idea for the <em>Kiki Mobile</em> to Miami last year and got connected in a big way.  Melendez returns in 2018  having secured a time slot for her mobile talk show, the <em>Kiki Mobile</em>, on A&amp;E Network&#8217;s FYI lifestyle channel which aired thirteen episodes.<strong> </strong> She will speak to that accomplishment on Tuesday, January 16 on the <em>ROI or FYI: Stop Interrupting &amp; Start Entertaining </em>Panel<i>; </i>about<i> </i>the true opportunities for brand-generated from the differing platform and distribution options now available to independent producers.<br />
Executive producers Melendez and <b>Julia Carias-Linares</b> will also be meeting with international buyers and connecting with national and local media outlets about further distribution for the <em>Kiki Mobile</em>.<br />
<em>The Kiki Mobile </em>is the only talk show on wheels with Melendez (creator of <em>Hot Tamales Live</em>) hosting and driving force behind this unique, first-of-its-kind show. <a href="http://kikimobile.com/">WATCH HERE</a><br />
Programming making its debut this year will be the NATPE Streaming Summit, which will take a holistic look at the current OTT and streaming landscape and its outlook for the future. Facebook’s Head of Global and Creative Strategy, <strong>Ricky Van Veen</strong>, will be lending his voice to the OTT conversation during NATPE Miami at a session breaking down what is in store for Facebook Watch, their new content platform.</p>
<div>“NATPE has been at the forefront of new developments in the global entertainment industry,” Mr. Bommel remarked. “This year will focus on the future and the changing dynamics of our business around the world and how to prepare and take advantage of the changes.&#8221;</div>
<p>Other highlights from the Conference include a planned spotlight conversation with <strong>Roma Khanna</strong> who was recently named CEO, Revolt TV, as well as multiple sessions covering the topics of diversity, inclusion and empowerment. Panels include one on how innovative creators are engaging the LGBTQ community across multiple platforms and another on the business of inclusivity.<br />
The Station Group Forum will return and cover topics such as how ATSC 3.0 will change the business of broadcasting. An additional session titled <em>OTT and Me: A Station Group Research Report, presented by PromaxBDA</em> is also on the schedule.<br />
The nine tracks for this year’s Conference include Brands &amp; Advertisers, Music+Vision, Development, Deals &amp; Data, Platforms &amp; OTT, Scripted, Unscripted, Station Groups, Global and Latin America.<br />
A full robust group from independents to major studios, networks and broadcast stations will be exhibiting during NATPE Miami.<br />
<a href="http://staging.latinheat.com/tv-3/tv-news-tv-3/natpe-2018-content-distribution-marketplace-kicks-off/attachment/tarkentoff-awardees/" rel="attachment wp-att-33505"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="size-full wp-image-33505 alignleft" src="http://staging.latinheat.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/TArkentoff-Awardees.gif" alt="" width="316" height="266" /></a>NATPE has made sure that the presence of Latino, both U.S. Latinos and from Latin America is felt.  The conference opens with a concert by <strong>Elvis Crespo</strong>; <strong>Soledad O&#8217;Brien</strong>, Host of <em>Matter of Fact with Soledad O&#8217;Brien</em> &amp; CEO of Starfish Media Group will be one of the participants in the Keynote Conversation with <u><b>Tony Vinciquerra</b></u>, Chairman and CEO, Sony Pictures Entertainment; <strong>Cesar Conde,</strong> Chairman of NBCUniversal International Group &amp; NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises is one of the six recipients of the Brandon Tartikoff Legacy Award Reception and joins an illustrious group which includes actress <b>Jane Fonda, </b>writer <b>Greg Berlanti,  Kevin O&#8217;Reilly, </b>President of TNT &amp; TBS<b>,</b> and actor<b> Tom Selleck.  </b>There is also a high attendance from buyers and sellers from Latin America and an increasing presence of U.S. Latinos.<br />
There are various forward looking panels, and networking events schedule packed into three days where a lot of deals will be made that will make their way to you viewing screen.  For a full list of events and information on the who is who of attendees <a href="https://www.natpe.com/market">CLICK HERE</a>.<br />
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