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Star Wars Jedi: Survivor™ Now Available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC

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Friday, April 28, 2023

Star Wars Jedi: Survivor is available now on PlayStation®5 , Xbox Series X|S and PC .

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  • Star Wars Jedi: Survivor is available now on PlayStation®5 , Xbox Series X|S and PC .
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230428005362/en/
    Praised by critics worldwide, The Guardian called Star Wars Jedi: Survivor “ the best Star Wars game in 20 years ” in their 5 out of 5 star review.

  • “Star Wars Jedi: Survivor evolves the gameplay experience of Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order in every way,” said Stig Asmussen, game director, Respawn Entertainment.
  • For more information on the Star Wars Jedi: Survivor Standard Edition and Deluxe Edition visit: https://www.ea.com/games/starwars/jedi/jedi-survivor
    Follow EA Star Wars on Twitter , Facebook and Instagram to stay up to date on the latest news surrounding Star Wars Jedi: Survivor.

Asad Ayaz Named The Walt Disney Company’s First-Ever Chief Brand Officer

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Thursday, April 6, 2023

Asad Ayaz has been named the first-ever Chief Brand Officer of The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS), effective immediately, it was announced today by Robert A. Iger, Chief Executive Officer.

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  • Asad Ayaz has been named the first-ever Chief Brand Officer of The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS), effective immediately, it was announced today by Robert A. Iger, Chief Executive Officer.
  • In this newly created role reporting to Iger, Ayaz will be responsible for stewarding and elevating the Disney brand globally across the entire ecosystem of company touchpoints and consumer experiences.
  • Ayaz will also continue as President of Marketing for The Walt Disney Studios, overseeing all aspects of marketing and publicity for the Studios’ films and series as well as for Disney+ globally, reporting to Disney Entertainment Co-Chairman Alan Bergman.
  • He was recently named one of Forbes Most Influential CMOs, and one of Fast Company’s Most Creative People in Business.

Maxon to Celebrate Creative Innovation at NAB Show 2023

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Thursday, April 6, 2023

BAD HOMBURG, Germany, April 6, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Maxon, developers of professional software solutions for editors, filmmakers, motion designers and visual effects artists, have announced the speaker lineup and schedule for their upcoming presence at NAB 2023 from April 15-19. Following their latest 2023 Spring Release, which saw a huge number of updates across the entire Maxon One product line, NAB offers the first opportunity for attendees to see these latest developments with real-world demonstrations and workflow best practices shared by industry professionals. This also includes notable product highlights from previous updates, such as the addition of Pyro into the Cinema 4D toolkit and the integration of Redshift with ZBrush. The Maxon showcase can be found in the North Hall, booth N2627.

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  • The Maxon showcase can be found in the North Hall, booth N2627 .
  • "Maxon is thrilled to be returning to NAB with exciting new product updates, supported by an impressive line-up of talented motion graphics artists with experience across a variety of fields and projects," says Maxon CEO, David McGavran.
  • As always, NAB is an incredible opportunity for our community of artists and visual effects professionals to come together and exchange a wealth of ideas."
  • Press are invited to book a one-on-one briefing and demonstration with a Maxon representative to learn more about the company's tools and solutions for digital artists.

MeWe Hires Key Leadership Roles for Marketing and Product Team As Platform Continues to Grow

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Thursday, March 16, 2023

LOS ANGELES, March 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- MeWe, a global, privacy-first social media company that is adopting decentralized technology this year, announced the addition of Michael Huntsman as Senior Vice President of Marketing and Mark Liu as Head of Product. Huntsman will lead new efforts to bring users to the platform and Liu will work to enhance MeWe's product offerings as the social media platform grows and migrates its 20 million users to a decentralized infrastructure in the coming months. 

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  • By bringing on Graham, Huntsman is making a bet on influencer marketing for MeWe.
  • "As someone who has worked in tech and media for decades, I am excited to join MeWe," said Michael Huntsman, MeWe Senior Vice President of Marketing.
  • "The future of social media is decentralized, and I am thrilled to be a part of that with MeWe," said Mark Liu, MeWe Head of Product.
  • MeWe continues to see user growth and increased interest in social media models that allows users to find their community without giving up their privacy.

Metaphysic Announces Strategic Hires of Leading Hyperreal AI Creator Sam Head and AI Compositing Supervisor Thomas Salama and Leads Scott Bourne and Matteo Olivieri-Dancey

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Thursday, March 2, 2023

LONDON, March 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Metaphysic announced today the appointment of leading hyperreal AI and VFX creator Sam Head, publicly known as Shamook, as the company's Senior AI Model Artist, as well as Thomas Salama, AI & Compositing Supervisor, Scott Bourne, AI Compositing Lead and Matteo Olivieri Dancey, AI Innovation Lead. The team arrives from George Lucas-founded and Walt Disney Company-owned entertainment firm, Industrial Light & Magic, where they collectively led de-aging and hyperreal content for ABBA: Voyage concert experience, The Book of Boba Fett, and more. Head, Salama, Bourne, and Olivieri-Dancey will report to Metaphysic's Chief Innovation Officer, Jo Plaete.

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  • Head, Salama, Bourne, and Olivieri-Dancey will report to Metaphysic's Chief Innovation Officer, Jo Plaete.
  • The new hires mark a significant investment in Metaphysic's creative team following an extraordinary year of high-profile partnerships and projects in the entertainment industry.
  • Metaphysic created live hyperreal performances of Elvis Presley, bringing generative AI to TV for the first time ever and effectively changing the future of entertainment.
  • As the newest members of the development team, Head, Salama, Bourne, and Olivieri-Dancey collectively bring decades of experience to their roles.

Disney Debuts Super Bowl LVII Commercial Celebrating 100 Years of Storytelling and Shared Memories

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Sunday, February 12, 2023

BURBANK, Calif., Feb. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Walt Disney Company marks its 100th anniversary on Oct. 16, 2023, and throughout the year, will celebrate the fans and storytellers who have sparked the joy and magic that is Disney over the last 100 years. Today, Disney honors those fans and creators with a special commercial debuting during Super Bowl LVII that spotlights 100 years of unrivaled storytelling and innovation.

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  • Today, Disney honors those fans and creators with a special commercial debuting during Super Bowl LVII that spotlights 100 years of unrivaled storytelling and innovation.
  • Then, on November 22, 2023, Walt Disney Animation Studios will debut Wish, an original animated musical film only in theaters.
  • Disney is excited to celebrate its 100th anniversary with its fans, creators, and employees throughout the year.
  • To learn more, visit Disney100.com and share your favorite Disney memories on social media with #Disney100.

Retired NFL Linebacker, Green Bay Packers, John L. Pointer, Sr., Inks Development Deal with Producer Justin O. Cooper, CEO of LA-Based JOCMedia & Entertainment and North American Liaison to The Royal Film Commission - Jordan

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Tuesday, February 7, 2023

LOS ANGELES, Feb. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- John Pointer, Sr., a Forbes Coaches Council member and a retired professional football player in both the National Football League (NFL) and the Canadian Football League (CFL), signs a television development and shopping deal with Justin O. Cooper, CEO and creative producer of Los Angeles-based JOCMedia & Entertainment and North American Liaison to the Royal Film Commission - Jordan.

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  • It also follows his feature film, "Cirilo: A Noble Man," in development with Grammy award-winning singer/actress Ann Nesby ("Queen Sugar," "The Fighting Temptations") attached.
  • "In the spirit of the film 'Erin Brockovich,' I felt it's a story that needs to be told," he adds.
  • Additionally, Cooper consults with The Royal Film Commission - Jordan where he promotes the Middle Eastern Kingdom's film incentive program and its locations globally.
  • Kevin Doherty of the Dickinson Wright Law Firm represents Pointer, and Monica Harris of Falcon Media Consulting legally represents Cooper.

Walmart and NGL Collective Partner to Support Latino Filmmakers in Breaking Barriers and Making an Impact in Hollywood

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Tuesday, January 10, 2023

Together, the companies have joined forces to foster the next generation of diverse Latino filmmakers with a groundbreaking incubator .

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  • Together, the companies have joined forces to foster the next generation of diverse Latino filmmakers with a groundbreaking incubator .
  • Vaughn, director of multicultural marketing partnerships at Walmart U.S. "In looking to support this community and amplify authentic experiences, we could think of no better partner than NGL Collective."
  • The program will provide eight Latino filmmakers with resources that will help prepare and better position themselves in front of Hollywood studios and producers.
  • The program will also provide mentorship from co-founder of NGL Collective, actor, writer, and producer John Leguizamo , who will bring firsthand experience to elevate the content and skills of those young filmmakers.

G FUEL and Rare Ltd. Have a "Bad Fur Day" with Conker-Themed "Mighty Poo" Energy Drink

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Tuesday, December 27, 2022

NEW YORK, Dec. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In partnership with Rare Ltd., G FUEL today announced its brand-new flavor Mighty Poo, inspired by the hilariously raunchy platformer Conker's Bad Fur Day, is available for pre-order as a Deluxe Collector's Box at GFUEL.com! This limited-edition set comes with an exclusive Youtooz figure of The Great Mighty Poo himself!

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  • The partnership was brokered by Rare Ltd.'s brand extension licensing agency, Tinderbox — the digital division of Beanstalk.
  • G FUEL has ventured into the bowels of Poo Mountain to pick out the finest morsels from The Great Mighty Poo's aromatic abode: CORN!
  • Introducing G FUEL Mighty Poo, a corn and tropical fruit-infused concoction that will help you get energized for any Fur Day – good or bad – that comes your way!
  • As The Official Energy Drink of Esports®, G FUEL provides gamers with a performance-driven alternative to standard energy drink products.

G FUEL and Bandai Namco Entertainment Protect the Federation and Introduce "Mobile Suit Gundam" Energy Drink, MS-M31-0N

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Tuesday, December 20, 2022

NEW YORK, Dec. 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In celebration of Mobile Suit Gundam, one of the most iconic anime franchises of all time, G FUEL announced today its new flavor collaboration with Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc., MS-M31-0N, is now available for pre-order in a Collector's Box and 40-Serving Tub at GFUEL.com, while supplies last.

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  • Come back to base for a cooldown, and boost your giant Mobile Suit to the next level with G FUEL MS-M31-0N – inspired by Mobile Suit Gundam!
  • G FUEL MS-M31-0N is the fifth flavor that G FUEL and Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc. have co-developed and launched, following the Code Vein-inspired Type-O, the Scarlet Nexus-inspired Brain Drive, the Elden Ring-inspired Crimson Tears and Rage Drive inspired by the TEKKEN series.
  • G FUEL Energy Formula is sugar-free and loaded with antioxidants from 18 different fruit extracts.
  • Don't miss out on this unique upgrade made for your own Mobile Suit, G FUEL MS-M31-0N, available for pre-order now at GFUEL.com !