Broadcast Hot Shots Talks To Past And Present Nickelodeon Staff

From Broadcast:

Hot Shots alumni: one year on

Last year’s Broadcast Hot Shots talk to Robin Parker about the impact appearing in the supplement has had on their careers.

What does it mean to be a Broadcast Hot Shot? Each year, Broadcast selects around 50 rising stars from the industry, all under 30, and profiles them in a photoshoot that is waved under the noses of anyone who’s anyone at the Edinburgh TV Festival. As we gear up for this year’s special, we caught up with some of last year’s stars.

What’s clear is that Hot Shots is taken seriously by industry talent-spotters. Many of those we spoke to have been given more responsibility, promoted or poached by rival companies.

BETHAN BARKER

Then Assistant brand manager, Nickelodeon
Now Social media manager, The Mill

“Hot Shots had an absolutely giant impact on my career from the moment it hit the stands, one that I could never have predicted. My LinkedIn profile and inbox took a hammering from really interesting approaches and people, and a month later, I was promoted at Nickelodeon.

“I then began looking for a role that would let me focus more on social media, as that seemed to be what most people who contacted me were interested in. In June, I moved into a newly created role as social media manager at The Mill, working across the entire group.

“It really was the career boost and profile raiser that I needed at that stage in my career and it’s difficult to comprehend how far I’ve come just a year later.”

[...]

LUKE WHITE

Then Music editor, MTV UK
Now International digital programming executive, Viacom International Media Networks

“After Hot Shots was published, I moved from MTV UK to the Viacom International digital team in New York and now look after international download-to-own and video-on-demand programming for MTV, Nickelodeon and Comedy Central.

“It’s fair to say that transferring international staff to positions in the UK is no easy process. Unique recognition such as Hot Shots plays an important role in the business justification.”

[...]

Hot Shots 2012

This year’s Broadcast Hot Shots will be unveiled in a special photo supplement in the 24 August issue.

Legoland Florida Water Park: Bricks And Water

Below is a news article from The Mirror which is about Lego's brand new Legoland Florida Water Park, which also talks about Nickelodeon Suites Resort (also known as Nick Hotel) in Orlando, Florida, USA:

Legoland Florida Water Park: Bricks and water

Patrick Purcell dives in to the new Legoland Florida Water Park

All the wave: The new water park at Legoland Florida
It's not every day that a grand opening is also a record-breaking event. But in true Orlando style, Legoland’s latest attraction opened with a giant splash as 1,355 beach balls were launched into the air simultaneously.

After the world record for, er, simultaneously launching beach balls into the air was achieved (previous record 401) to the delight of an army of kids, the new park was open... and more splashing commenced.

Legoland Florida Water Park – a 45-minute drive from Orlando – consists of three water slide areas, a wave pool, the Build-a-Raft river and the Duplo Safari for under-fives.

I should have tried a gentle slide first but being bit gung ho I headed to one of the toughest ones in the Splash Out area. Climbing the steps 60ft to the top quickly diminished my bravado… especially as I looked over to the lake next to the park and saw alligators swimming around.

After plummeting down the slide, clearing the water out of my nose and shaking off the feeling that I had been in some kind of gigantic washing machine, I decided to see if the park had something more relaxing to offer.

The Build-a-Raft river lets you add super-sized Lego blocks on to a craft to customise it. You could spend more time building it than floating around, but the experience is worth it.

Lego was one of my childhood favourites, and the big kid in me was having no end of fun as I made vessels that even Nelson would have approved of.

Dream park: Legoland
Next up was the Joker Soaker area for more frolics, featuring a giant playground with plenty of slides of various heights and experiences. Be careful though, as you might be in for a shock when a 300-gallon bucket empties its contents on you from above. I thought the water park was well themed and in keeping with its Lego heritage.

There were plenty of changing rooms and places to eat, and, considering my visit was at the grand opening, I was impressed that the sheer volume of people didn’t make
the place seem overcrowded.

Legoland Florida itself opened its gates just over two years ago with more than 50 rides, shows and attractions – not to mention the 50 million Lego bricks that helped to construct them – and it’s brimming with imagination and fun especially tailored for under-12s.

Perhaps my favourite feature was Miniland USA, with the New York area and its replica skyscrapers (it has a few witty observations to give us adults a gentle chuckle), Washington DC, the Golden Gate Bridge and the Kennedy Space Centre.

I was staying at the Nickelodeon Suites Resort in Orlando and, just like Legoland, the vibe is ultra child friendly – I don’t think I’ve ever seen such a crazy paint job… bright garish orange and lime everywhere.

COWABUNGA: Patrick meets Ninja Turtles at the Nickleodeon Suites
The bedrooms are all themed, based on popular characters from the Nickelodeon TV shows.

Mine was Rugrats, which took me back a few years.

The hotel has plenty for kids, including a swimming pool area with water slides and the opportunity to get “gunged” every hour. I settled for a relaxing dip in the jacuzzi. At night there is plenty to keep young and old occupied with an interactive stage show (enter at your own risk) and amusement arcades.

After having a slightly surreal breakfast with SpongeBob SquarePants it was time to check out some more of what Orlando has to offer. The Bobby Creek Airboat Ride is a short drive away from Orlando and offers a chance to get up close and personal with wild alligators.

With my hands firmly tucked inside the boat we spent an hour gliding around a swamp inspecting the wide array of fascinating wildlife. After the ride we had a chance to hold a baby alligator. Even with the creature’s jaws taped shut it was a bit disconcerting. Continuing the alligator theme, I spent the afternoon in Gatorland, home to the Screamin’ Gator Zip Line.

With five terrifying lines spanning across 1,200ft the experience proved to be a true challenge, especially if you have vertigo issues.

That night I ate at The Big Fin Seafood restaurant. Widely acclaimed as one of the best in Florida, I was interested to test their claim of serving the best fish and chips in the world.

I have to say it probably beat anything I’ve ever tasted but the true Brit in me missed the mushy peas.

Before you head home you can grab some bargains on a quick trip to either of the Premium Outlets shopping centres. The shopping savvy will make the most of some “dollars for pounds” savings in clothing and shoes.

And you could always buy some Lego.

Get there

Legoland Florida family tickets cost £168 (2 adults/2 children/under 3s free). Family combo tickets for theme park and water park and 2 day pass £224. Call: 0800 975 0002.

Virgin Atlantic flies daily to Orlando from Gatwick and Manchester with fares from £624.30. Call: 0844 209 2770.

Family rooms in August at the Nickelodeon Suites Resort “Bed and Brick” partner hotel start at £97pn.

Visit: www.discoveramerica.com for more.

Nickelodeon UK Announces Which Part Of "Camp Orange: The Lost Kingdom" Will Be Interactive

Nickelodeon UK has announced and revealed in a blog post on the official "Camp Orange" blog on the official "Camp Orange: The Lost Kingdom" ("You'll never make it alone!") website on the official Nickelodeon UK and Ireland website, Nick.co.uk/CampOrange/, which part of this years (2012) series of "Camp Orange UK", Nickelodeon's adventure reality show for best friends, called "Camp Orange: The Lost Kingdom", which Nickelodeon UK is planning to premiere on Nickelodeon UK and Ireland and Nickelodeon HD UK from Sunday 12th August 2012 at 9.30am (repeated at 10.30am on Nick UK's plus one (+1)) timeshift channel, Nick Replay UK), and which will be presented by Nickelodeon UK and Ireland presenters Anna Williamson & Jamie Rickers (also known as Nickelodeon's Jamie and Anna) and former Olympian Denise Lewis OBE, will feature an interactive element, as announced by Nickelodeon UK and Ireland presenter Anna Williamson on her "Anna Williamson's Showbiz Peek at the Week" Digital Spy news column!

According to Nickelodeon UK's official "Camp Orange" blog, as part of "Camp Orange: The Lost Kingdom" (also known as "Camp Orange 2012" and "Camp Orange 2"), Nickelodeon UK viewers and "Camp Orange UK" fans will be able to decide and choose which "Camp Orange: The Lost Kingdom" contestant - Zach and Chris (team "Noisy Ninjas"; the red team), Zoe and Tilly (team "Crazy Einsteins"; the purple team), Tom and Frankie (team "Surf Turtles"; the yellow team), and Hannah and Amanda-Jane (team "Moon Waffles"; the green team) - will be crowned "Champ Orange" of "Camp Orange: The Lost Kingdom"!:

THIS SUNDAY!

The moment you have been waiting for all summer is nearly here!! Camp Orange: The Lost Kingdom kicks off this week as our four teams the Crazy Einsteins, Noisy Ninjas, Surf Turtles and Moon Waffles prepare to take on the challenge of a lifetime.

We can’t wait for you to see it, and we hope you’re looking forward to it too! It all kicks off on Sunday at 9.30. Where you get the chance to start voting for your winners of Champ Orange and win yourself some fab prizes. Make sure you are there.

Jamie & Anna

Nickelodeon UK's "Camp Orange: The Lost Kingdom" is in association with Robinsons Fruit Shoot.

Nickelodeon UK Announces Plans To Release The First "House Of Anubis: Season 2" DVD, "House Of Anubis - Season 2, Volume 1", In The UK On Monday 15th October 2012

According to Amazon.co.uk, Nickelodeon & Viacom Consumer Products UK (NVCP UK) and Paramount Home Entertainment will start to release season two of Nickelodeon's hit mystery series "House Of Anubis" on DVD in the UK by releasing Nickelodeon's "House Of Anubis - Season 2, Volume 1" DVD on Monday 15th October 2012! SIBUNA!

Below are the product details for Nickelodeon's upcoming brand new "House Of Anubis: Season 2, Volume 1" DVD from the "House Of Anubis - Season 2, Volume 1" DVD's product page on the official Nickelodeon Online Shop on Amazon.co.uk, where you can also register to be alerted of when Nickelodeon's "House Of Anubis - Season 2, Volume 1" DVD will be released in the UK:

House Of Anubis - Season 2, Volume 1 [DVD]
Rated: To Be Announced | Format: DVD

Product details
Format: PAL
Language: English
Region: Region 2
Classification: To be announced
Studio: Paramount Home Entertainment
DVD Release Date: 15 Oct 2012
ASIN: B008MIXSCE

It's currently unknown how many episodes of season two of Nickelodeon's "House of Anubis" will be on Nickelodeon's "House Of Anubis: Season 2, Volume 1" DVD.

No extras, such as Nickelodeon UK's "Anubis Unlocked", have been announced for the "House Of Anubis - Season 2, Volume 1" DVD box set though.

It is also currently unknown if Nickelodeon UK plans to release a "House of Anubis - Complete Season 2" DVD box set, like they did with season one of "House of Anubis".

Nickelodeon UK Announces Plans To Release Season One Of The Hit Nickelodeon Original Television Series "Victorious" On DVD On Monday 15th October 2012

According to Amazon.co.uk, Nickelodeon And Viacom Consumer Products UK and Paramount Home Entertainment will be releasing Nickelodeon's "Victorious: Complete Season 1" 4-disc DVD box set in the UK (Region 2/PAL format) on Monday 15th October 2012.

Not much information is currently known about Nickelodeon's brand new "Victorious" DVD, "Victorious: Complete Season 1", except it will include Nickelodeon exclusive bonus episodes, however, it should feature all 20 episodes from season one of the popular Nickelodeon series "VICTORiOUS" - 1 - "Pilot", 2 - "The Bird Scene", 3 - "Stage Fighting", 4 - "The Birthweek Song", 5 - "Jade Dumps Beck", 6 - "Tori the Zombie", 7 - "Robarazzi", 8 - "Survival of the Hottest"/"Stuck in an RV", 9 - "Wi-Fi in the Sky", 10 - "Beck's Big Break", 11 - "The Great Ping-Pong Scam", 12 - "Cat's New Boyfriend", 13 & 14 - "Freak the Freak Out", 15 - "Rex Dies", 16 - "The Diddly-Bops", 17 - "Wok Star", 18 - "The Wood", 19 - "A Film By Dale Squires", and 20 - "Sleepover at Sikowitz's".

Below are the product details for Nickelodeon's upcoming brand new "Victorious" DVD from the "Victorious - Complete Season 1" DVD's product page on the Nickelodeon Store on Amazon.co.uk, where you can also pre-order the "Victorious: Complete Season 1" DVD for £11.99 (delivered free in the UK with Super Saver Delivery), and from the DVD's product page on Play.com, where you can also pre-order Nickelodeon's brand new "Victorious: Complete Season 1" DVD set for £11.99 (and also includes free UK delivery):

Victorious: Complete Season 1 [DVD]
Rated: [PG] Parental Guidance | Format: DVD

This title will be released on October 15, 2012.

Description: Hit the stage with Tori Vega and all the amazing students at Hollywood Arts, the most prestigious performing arts high school in the country! From wowing the crowd at the big showcase to movie roles, stage fights, monster makeup and more, these talented students are ready to shine!

Actors: Victoria Justice, Leon Thomas III, Matt Bennett, Elizabeth Gillies, Ariana Grande, Avan Jogia, Daniella Monet, Michael Eric Reid, Eric Lange, Lane Napper, Austin Anderson, Jim Pirri, Veno Miller & Jake Farrow

Product details
Format: PAL
Language: English
Region: Region 2
Number of discs: 4
Classification: PG
Studio: Paramount Home Entertainment
DVD Release Date: 15 Oct 2012
ASIN: B008BHVPE4