Korea: Pioneer, PAAN launch Buzz Media prodco
July 8, 2015
Pioneer Productions, one of the world’s leading factual producers, part of the Tinopolis Group has partnered with South Korean production company PAAN Media to launch joint venture company, Buzz Media.
Operating out of Seoul, Korea, the new production company will develop and produce a wide range of factual programming for UK, Korean and international broadcasters. From 4K natural history and science programming, to character-led access docs and factual entertainment formats. The company is already in advanced development for two landmark series for Korea and the global market.
Kirstie McLure, Managing Director of Pioneer Productions says: “Pioneer is incredibly excited to be entering into a joint venture with PAAN Media. Korea is such a dynamic and forward thinking market. Its talent base and CGI capabilities are incredible and they are way ahead of the game in terms of 4k, making it the perfect time to form a bridge between the two territories. Creating innovative factual content is in our DNA and working with PAAN Media over the past year on Treasures of the Earth has really opened our eyes to the opportunities available to create and harness more synergy. Not only will the joint venture compliment everything that Pioneer is doing with content, it will also take us to new technological frontiers and cement our presence in Asia.”