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The Children's Media Conference is an industry event dedicated to children's and youth content makers and distributors. It takes place in Sheffield each July and CMC organises other events including the annual UK delegation to Kidscreen Summit in the USA.

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CMC @cmcsheffield.bsky.social · Jul 10

And that’s a wrap. Special guest Basil Brush gave the Final Word this year to remind us all of the importance of nostalgia.

A big thanks to everyone who made this year’s conference possible.

See you all next year! Boom! Boom!

CMC @cmcsheffield.bsky.social · Jul 10

Kindness, curiosity and optimism are still needed in the world.

In yesterday’s Creative Keynote m, Ali Plumb spoke to Karen Jankel, daughter of Paddington creator Michael Bond, about why the character still endures and resonates today.

CMC @cmcsheffield.bsky.social · Jul 9

We are a community. We are all responsible. We all should be held accountable when we fail, and funded and regulated when we succeed - Oli Hyatt

Kicking off today with Question Time. Lively discussion about AI, YouTube and the future of content for children. #cmc #childrensmediaconference #cmc25

CMC @cmcsheffield.bsky.social · Jul 8

“If you’re a commissioner or a creative, be brave. If we’re going to beat the algorithm, we mustn’t think like an algorithm.”

Frank Cottrell-Boyce, screenwriter and Waterstones Children’s Laureate, gives the Opening Keynote at CMC 2025.

#cmc #childrensmediaconference #cmc25

CMC @cmcsheffield.bsky.social · Jul 8

No-pressure mingling at the first timers’ reception.

#cmc #childrensmediaconference #cmc25

CMC @cmcsheffield.bsky.social · Jul 8

Start CMC with a boost!

With no registration or pre-booking, you came out in force to shake it off at the pre-CMC gathering.

#cmc #childrensmediaconference #cmc25

CMC @cmcsheffield.bsky.social · Jul 8

Fresh connections in progress at the international exchange. #cmc #childrensmediaconference #cmc25

CMC @cmcsheffield.bsky.social · Jul 8

“Don’t do it as a tick box. Do it because you want to make a difference.” - Dr Amit Patel

Brilliant insights into employment, recruitment and people management at the Workwise for screen sessions at CMC.

#cmc #childrensmediaconference #cmc2025

CMC @cmcsheffield.bsky.social · Jul 8

And it’s finally here. Three days of creative connections at CMC25.

What are you most looking forward to?

#cmc #childrensmediaconference #cmc2025

CMC @cmcsheffield.bsky.social · Jun 23

Latest from CMC. Two weeks to go… mailchi.mp/thechildrens...

CMC @cmcsheffield.bsky.social · May 8

CMC Update 8 May 2025 - Ticket Deals, Get In, Get On Webinar and more... tinyurl.com/4zc3p4rp

CMC @cmcsheffield.bsky.social · May 1

CMC Update 1 May 2025 - Early Bird Ends on Tuesday, Speaker Announcements and more... tinyurl.com/5cvb3rmk

CMC @cmcsheffield.bsky.social · Apr 24

CMC Update 24 April 2025 - Frank Cottrell-Boyce Opens CMC 2025, Shake It Up, Opinion Formers... tinyurl.com/3ncdc26w

CMC @cmcsheffield.bsky.social · Apr 17

CMC Update 17 April 2025 - CMC Laugh and Learn, International Exchange and more... tinyurl.com/y8as43s7

CMC @cmcsheffield.bsky.social · Apr 10

CMC Update 10 April 2025 - Shake It Up with Roblox, Opinion Formers and more... tinyurl.com/57ttps6s

CMC @cmcsheffield.bsky.social · Apr 3

CMC Update 3 April 2025 - Early Bird on Sale, New Shake It Up Video and more... tinyurl.com/cbpheskm

CMC @cmcsheffield.bsky.social · Mar 27

CMC Update 27 March 2025 - CMC Tickets on Sale Now! mailchi.mp/thechildrens...

CMC @cmcsheffield.bsky.social · Mar 20

CMC Update 20 March 2025 - Shake It Up Shorts Video Launch, Call for Pitches and more... tinyurl.com/3wvsch4b

CMC @cmcsheffield.bsky.social · Mar 13

CMC Update 13 March 2025 - Call for Pitches! Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is and more... tinyurl.com/mr3hvmzp

CMC @cmcsheffield.bsky.social · Mar 6

CMC Update 6 March 2025 - Shake It Up...With CMC 2025!
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CMC @cmcsheffield.bsky.social · Feb 20

CMC Update 20 February 2025 - Workwise for Screen, MIP London Discount, IFF and more... tinyurl.com/3skddur5

CMC @cmcsheffield.bsky.social · Feb 6

CMC Update 6 February 2025 - UK@Kidscreen Reception, Playground in Peru, CartoonNext and more... tinyurl.com/yvhs9nyf

CMC @cmcsheffield.bsky.social · Jan 23

CMC Update 23 January 2025 - Countdown to Kidscreen, Catalyst Funding, London Games Festival... tinyurl.com/28wvezey

CMC @cmcsheffield.bsky.social · Jan 9

CMC Update 9 January 2025 - Kidscreen discount, Ideas for CMC and more… tinyurl.com/3yf2v9pc

CMC @cmcsheffield.bsky.social · Dec 23

Latest from the Children's Media Foundation - including their "Reaching Kids Where They Are" event on 30th January.
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Season's Greetings from the Children's Media Foundation