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James Manning

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James Manning
James has had a long and sometimes distinguished career working in the magazine industry, having written and edited a number of music publications in his native Melbourne, before starting the Australian edition of British “pop music bible” Smash Hits in 1984. He ran the title successfully for over a decade before moving on to edit other publications and later run a successful photo agency. In 1999 he took over as publisher and editor of Mediaweek.
The Local Project: How a chippy posting on Instagram built a media business
Publishing

The Local Project: How a chippy posting on Instagram built a media business

Aidan Anderson now reaches millions via magazines, books, and social channels including over 1m on YouTube

by James ManningSep 11, 2024

The Block: The biggest show on TV just got its youngest contestants ever
Television

The Block: The biggest show on TV just got its youngest contestants ever

Maddy and Charlotte rushed to Phillip Island off the reserve bench and into House 1

by James ManningSep 11, 2024

The Spinoff celebrates first decade: How Duncan Greive built the New Zealand premium news publisher
Publishing

The Spinoff celebrates first decade: How Duncan Greive built the New Zealand premium news publisher

Tenth anniversary insights about launching, hiring, and generating revenue as Greive shares the story of The Spinoff

by James ManningSep 10, 2024

James Packer Spotlight exclusive: ‘Billionaires and battlers’ episode secures future of troubled program
Television

James Packer Spotlight exclusive: ‘Billionaires and battlers’ episode secures future of troubled program

Complete transcript of Liam Bartlett’s interview with James Packer supporting John Brogden’s mental health campaign.

by James ManningSep 9, 2024

Erin Molan reveals how she landed Sky News world exclusive with Eric and Lara Trump
News

Erin Molan reveals how she landed Sky News world exclusive with Eric and Lara Trump

Molan got to spend an hour with the Trumps…and she wants Donald next!

by James ManningSep 6, 2024

9News ramps up US Election coverage with Harris V Trump debate next Wednesday
Television

9News ramps up US Election coverage with Harris V Trump debate next Wednesday

Then Karl Stefanovic and Liz Hayes on board for the main event – election result on November 6.

by James ManningSep 6, 2024

Colleagues salute SCA’s Adam Williscroft who is departing after 13 years
Audio

Colleagues salute SCA’s Adam Williscroft who is departing after 13 years

‘Ultimately it's gratitude that I take away from my time at SCA’

by James ManningSep 6, 2024

Two young Australian media execs star in INMA 2024 Global 30 Under 30 Awards
News Brands

Two young Australian media execs star in INMA 2024 Global 30 Under 30 Awards

Executives come from News Corp Australia and SBS News.

by James ManningSep 6, 2024

Omnicom Media Group Australia (OMG) appoints chief marketing officer from within
Agencies

Omnicom Media Group Australia (OMG) appoints chief marketing officer from within

Kim Hamilton promoted to lead a new marketing structure

by James ManningSep 6, 2024

Stan reveals new Original co-pro with BBC: Lord of the Flies filming in Malaysia
Television

Stan reveals new Original co-pro with BBC: Lord of the Flies filming in Malaysia

Many of the cast making their professional acting debuts as school children stranded on tropical island.

by James ManningSep 5, 2024

Pricing, profits, and advertising: SVOD insights from Telsyte’s Foad Fadaghi
Television

Pricing, profits, and advertising: SVOD insights from Telsyte’s Foad Fadaghi

What is the impact of people pausing subscriptions on major SVOD players?

by James ManningSep 5, 2024

Jay Walkerden on new podcast series Who’s to Blame? from Podshape
Audio

Jay Walkerden on new podcast series Who’s to Blame? from Podshape

New seven-part podcast series delving into the youth crime crisis in Queensland and across Australia.

by James ManningSep 5, 2024

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