Mike Goldman
Mike Goldman
Actor, MC and voiceover artist
An extraordinary figure in the Australian television landscape, Mike has left an indelible mark on the Big Brother franchise for an impressive two-decade span across the 7, 9, and 10 networks. No other TV host in Australia can boast such a remarkable achievement within the realm of reality TV. Having masterfully helmed and lent his voice to over 1,700 shows, Michael’s dedication is exemplified by his ability to effortlessly navigate five hours of live national TV on certain days. Beyond his television triumphs, Michael’s illustrious career spans a rich 20-year radio journey, wherein he graced the airwaves with his captivating presence on the SCA radio network. His talents have garnered recognition, including a coveted Nickelodeon Kids Choice Award for Friday Night Live, International Emmy Nominations, and a prestigious Gold Lion for his contributions to The Great Crusade, a captivating endeavour during the Rugby World Cup.
In addition to his hosting prowess, Mike has established himself as a versatile producer, spearheading numerous captivating TV commercials and shows. Notably, he brought to life The Big Bro Show on Channel 7, The Mongol Rally, The Real McCoy, Big Brother Up Late, Friday Night Live, Storm Area 51, and an impressive 100 episodes of the acclaimed On The Mike series. Furthermore, Mike’s creative expertise extended to the theatrical realm, where he produced the immensely popular stage show, Katrina: The Real Wog Wife, the “What Your Mumma Went Through” podcast, among many other notable productions. This diverse portfolio merely scratches the surface of Mike’s boundless contributions to the entertainment industry.
In addition to his hosting prowess, Mike has established himself as a versatile producer, spearheading numerous captivating TV commercials and shows. Notably, he brought to life The Big Bro Show on Channel 7, The Mongol Rally, The Real McCoy, Big Brother Up Late, Friday Night Live, Storm Area 51, and an impressive 100 episodes of the acclaimed On The Mike series. Furthermore, Mike’s creative expertise extended to the theatrical realm, where he produced the immensely popular stage show, Katrina: The Real Wog Wife, the “What Your Mumma Went Through” podcast, among many other notable productions. This diverse portfolio merely scratches the surface of Mike’s boundless contributions to the entertainment industry.
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How New Technology Is Powering the Evolution of Story in Film
MON, OCT 16, 3:30 PM
Conference
The impact of virtual production, AI content generation tools and real time media has dramatically changed the screen industry. Listen to the panel of filmmakers, technologists and writers as they explore the opportunities, explain the challenges and pull apart the current business models and industry norms.
Deep dive into how the convergence of all of these technologies and how they will fundamentally change how we create and consume media as well as how they will affect jobs in the industry.
Hear from an AWGIE Award- winning writer on how this changes the creative approach.
The importance of strong character development, plot structure and story arcs are clearly realised, as we shift into a trans-media world. Audiences want to be involved in this new media landscape, with interactive content which is tailored and customised to their tastes. The panel will divulge how the new technology platforms can achieve this and also how planning your content to take advantage of these new paradigms will be vital to a successful project.
Moderated by Big Brother host and all-round frontman, Mike Goldman, this session is set to be as entertaining as it is informative.
