Frank Cottrell-Boyce Makes a Cinematic Comeback at The Children’s Media Conference 2025 as Opening Keynote Speaker
- Celebrated film and TV screenwriter, and current Children’s Laureate, Frank Cottrell-Boyce, stages a repeat performance at The Children’s Media Conference (CMC) 8 July 2025.
- Cottrell-Boyce will deliver the Opening Keynote, becoming the first speaker to return to the CMC stage.
- This high-flying author previously mesmerized the audience back in 2013 with his artistic insight, as the writer of the London Summer event.
Our Hot Take on Cottrell-Boyce’s Return to CMC as Keynote Speaker
Remember that time when Frank Cottrell-Boyce had us all glued to our seats back in 2013 at the CMC? Well, get your popcorn ready because the animation maestro is set for a sequel in 2025! He will be the opening keynote speaker which officially makes him the Leonardo DiCaprio of the animation world, gracing our conference screens once again.
This is not just a comeback, this is a ‘Cottrell-Boyceback’! Let’s hope he packs in as much joy, wisdom, and suspense as he did his last time. Now, to all aspiring screenwriters out there, get your notepads, sharpen your pencils, and get ready to be once again captivated by the man who makes writing look as easy as a Sunday morning cartoon marathon. The Cinema de Cottrell-Boyce is now open!
Next Stop: The Animation World with Frank Cottrell-Boyce
Renowned novelist, acclaimed screenwriter for films and television, and the present Children’s Laureate, Frank Cottrell-Boyce, is set to deliver the Keynote Address at the Children’s Media Conference (CMC) kicking off on the 8th of July, 2025. Frank, acclaimed for his phenomenal speech during the London Summer Olympics Opening Ceremony in 2013, will be taking the stage once again at this year’s edition.
Frank Cottrell-Boyce (Image Credit: Children’s Media Conference/Liberi Consulting)
The invitation to Frank is in recognition of his significant contribution to the world of children and young adults. Known for his fervor to provide insightful content for this demographic and his astute interpretations on creativity, culture, and content, he will provide a critical reflection on the current state of affairs and how the children’s media can adapt and bring about impactful changes for the youth.
Greg Childs OBE, the Editorial Director at CMC was particularly excited about Frank Cottrell-Boyce inaugurating the Children’s Media Conference in 2025. In these uncertain times, Greg believe’s Frank’s unwavering passion for uplifting the youth through creative content is exactly what industry needs to stay motivated and focused.
As the Waterstones Children’s Laureate for 2024-2026, Frank’s laurels include being an award-winning author and screenwriter, celebrated for books like ‘Sputnik’s Guide to Life on Earth’, ‘The Astounding Broccoli Boy’, ‘Cosmic’, ‘Framed’, and ‘Millions’. The last of these was a New York Times bestseller and was adapted into a film by Oscar-winner Danny Boyle. His illustrious career has earned him numerous accolades, including nominations for the Carnegie Medal, the Guardian Children’s Fiction Prize, and the Whitbread Children’s Book Award.
CMC’s 2025 itinerary features a series of enlightening panels and masterclasses that address pivotal issues concerning today’s youth media industry. The conference will span various venues in Sheffield like the Showroom Cinema and City Hall among others.
Post-conference, delegates can revisit the discussions with complete video coverage, including research insights, inclusivity panels, digital discussions, and more. This year, CMC will be graced by an international roster of speakers, including representatives from Europe, Canada, and the USA, who will attend the CMC International Exchange one-day market on the 8th of July at Sheffield Town Hall.
Hurry, tickets for CMC 2025 are selling fast. Make the most of the Early Bird discount available until May 6. For more details on registration and delegate pass rates, visit: www.thechildrensmediaconference.com
Original article: https://www.skwigly.co.uk/frank-cottrell-boyce-returns-to-the-childrens-media-conference-2025-to-deliver-opening-keynote/