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U.S. Production: Challenges and Opportunities
• Continued investment in A-list writers, directors and producers for future drama/comedy/unscripted development
• Develop series with broad international appeal with globally marketable talent to sell in the US and abroad
• International co-production partnerships
• Continue to be on the forefront of the burgeoning subscription VOD market (Netflix, DirecTV) to sell and develop series
• Production cost control and reduction efforts continue on all programs
• Expand our prime time broadcast and cable reality slate
Opportunities
• Continued network reliance on self produced shows
• Declines in Broadcast and Cable ratings
Challenges
Ad Sales: Challenges and Opportunities
• Diffuse volatility in TV ad revenue market by growing a strong digital base
• Continue to drive additional revenue for first run through advertiser integrations
• Expand current base of advertisers for :30s and :10 to off-nets
• Develop emerging Cable Networks business
• Find new 3rd party representation opportunities
• Continue to support cable/network properties through Branded Entertainment
Opportunities
• Year-over-year growth in TV ad revenue is limited by available shows
• Opportunities for 3rd party ad sales representation in TV are declining
Challenges
International Production: Challenges and Opportunities
• Continue to exploit Who Wants to Be a Millionaire and develop a stable base of other successful formats
• Make more focused and sustained investment in development executives, producers, production companies, and new content especially in the UK
• Foster a more creative culture to develop intellectual property by: − Realigning the organization, including a
new President and a creative head
− Combining the print sales and format sales teams to better serve our buyers
− Creating a strategically centralized development fund
− Implementing a competitive incentive plan
• Simplify administrative and operational processes
Opportunities
• Competitive marketplace
Challenges
US Distribution: Challenges and Opportunities
• Opportunity to renegotiate Starz output deal
• Sell library film and TV series into non-exclusive subscription deals
• Split library windows, license multiple rights, structure non-exclusive deals
• Aggressively sell slate carve-out windows utilizing more aggressive inventory tracking and planning
• Develop consistent flow of first-run product with top talent
Opportunities
• Starz spin-off and uncertain future of their original strategy
• Less reliance on library product
Challenges
International Distribution: Challenges and Opportunities
• Broaden scope of broadcaster relationships to explore English language, European content, co-production opportunities
• Take full advantage of opportunities with emerging SVOD players
• Close long-term deals in key markets over the plan
• Focus on select emerging markets to expand SPT’s presence and better capitalize on opportunities (Netherlands, Scandinavia, Poland, Hungary, South Africa)
Opportunities
• Shift in MPG film slate• Lack of a breakout/hit Drama• Ensure we keep rights to key revenue-
driving feature film franchises
Challenges
Networks: Challenges and Opportunities
• Buy out Indian partners and realize an Indian regional opportunity
• Focus next 18 months on maximizing efficiencies in existing operations
• Continue to selectively launch channels in new and existing territories
• Increase investment in Crackle U.S. advertising and technical infrastructure
• Continue to secure programming supply through studio output deals and investment in original programming (The Firm). Increase 3rd party acquisitions for US businesses
• Maximize value in Crackle US and expand internationally (Latam, Brazil, Canada)
• Expand SPTL Asia facility to service EMEA channels
Opportunities
• Global pressure on ad sales and subscriber fees
• Volatility of foreign currencies has had a particularly harsh impact on Networks earnings
• Rising content costs, increased broadcasting costs from HD roll outs and the investment in ad sales and affiliate infrastructure keeps margins in check
• Lack of a sports channel in India
Challenges