Ex-Moonbug execs Jiella Esmat and Karine Ahton have launched 8 Lions Entertainment, which will make content for kids and teens.
8 Lions said it will “harness the power of data driven insights to develop, create, and grow properties that resonate with kids and teens worldwide.” It is seeking to create fast-growing IP while forging synergies between east and west.
Prior to its official launch, 8 Lions represented YouTube channel Cosmic Kids in negotiations for its first ever TV series, Jaime’s Yoga Adventures, a newly-announced Sky Original.
Esmat was most recently Chief Revenue Officer of Amuse Animation & Amuse Studios, and previously held senior roles at Moonbug, Paramount Pictures, Sony Pictures and NBCU.
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