Nelson Mok boasts an impressive career spanning over 25 years in the cinema industry, with extensive experience across various facets of the business. His journey began as a cinema executive at Golden Village, where he gained invaluable insights into the exhibition side of the industry. From there, he honed his skills in distribution, working with esteemed companies such as Warner Bros in Singapore, Golden Harvest in Hong Kong, and MVP in Indonesia. During his tenure, Nelson played a pivotal role in acquiring the rights to numerous high-profile blockbusters, including "THE EXPENDABLES" series, "ENDER'S GAME," and "LOOPER" for multiple Asian territories.His expertise further flourished as the Director of International Business at mm2 Entertainment. Here, Nelson played a key role in licensing the Taiwanese romantic drama "MORE THAN BLUE" to China, where it achieved phenomenal success, grossing an impressive US$135 million.As a former agent with WME Independent, Nelson focuses on international sales for content produced in Asia. He also takes on the crucial responsibilities of developing and financing films, leveraging the rapid growth of the Southeast Asia, Hong Kong, and Taiwan film industries. His recent projects include noteworthy titles such as "THE BRIDGE CURSE" and "THE BRIDGE CURSE: RITUAL" from Taiwan; "THE ANCESTRAL," "FURIES," and "RED THREAD" from Vietnam; "THE CURSED LAND" from Thailand; and "BACKSTAGE," "13 BOMBS," and "DOMINION OF DARKNESS" from Indonesia.In 2024, he co-founded Mokster Films, an entertainment company based in Singapore. Mokster specializes in the international sales, development, and financing of films, with a primary focus on Asia-produced content. Mokster's first major success, Thailand’s "HOW TO MAKE MILLIONS BEFORE GRANDMA DIES," set a record with US$53 million in Asia.With his wealth of knowledge and experience, Nelson Mok continues to make a significant impact in advancing the Asian film landscape.
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Chief Executive OfficerMokster Films Apr 2024 - PresentSingaporeMokster Films is an investment and sales company, with a primary focus on Asia-produced content. Specializing in international sales, development, and financing of films within the region, Mokster Films plays a pivotal role in bridging Asian filmmakers with global audiences. The company's strategic emphasis on the flourishing Asia film industries underscores its commitment to showcasing the rich diversity and creativity of Asian cinema on a global platform. -
AgentWme | William Morris Endeavor Aug 2019 - Apr 2024SingaporeInternational sales for Asia-produced content, as well as developing and financing films within the region. -
Director International BusinessMm2 Entertainment Apr 2016 - Mar 2019SingaporeBuilds International recognition of company brand. Seeks coproduction and financing opportunities. Sales of movies produced in Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong and Taiwan to International buyers. Sold Taiwan 2018 box office hit, MORE THAN BLUE, to China, North America, Australia, New Zealand, UK, South Korea, Vietnam and other Asian Territories to a worldwide box office gross of US$153M. Closed multi film production deals with Turner Asia Pacific. Acquired IP rights from Contents Panda to produce TRAIN TO BUSAN VR as a thematic tour show. First show premiered in Beijing in Dec 2018. -
DirectorMvp Entertainment Inc. Nov 2009 - Jan 2016SingaporeSet up the company in Singapore. Established standard operation procedures, framework of prudent and effective controls. In-charged of film acquisition, distribution, marketing and sales in Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Cambodia and Vietnam. Annually attends film festivals and film markets for acquisition of movies. Have good relationships with producers and sellers from US, UK, Hong Kong, France, India, Thailand and Singapore. Acquired ENDER’S GAME, LOOPER, THE WOLF OF WALL STREET, CHEF. -
Marketing & Distribution ManagerFestive Films Pte Ltd Mar 2007 - Sep 2009In-charged of marketing and distribution of movies acquired from Asia, Europe and USA. Handled logistic of marketing and theatrical materials. Prepared budget for marketing and distribution expenses. Oversaw in-cinema, outdoor and media marketing, promotion and artwork design before movie release date. Handled Video, PTV, FTV, VOD, NVOD, PPV, Airline and other auxiliary sales. Distributed COCO AVANT CHANEL, LE SCAPHANDRE ET LE PAPILLON, PERSEPOLIS.
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Marketing Manager, Studio RelationsGolden Link, Inc. Jul 2005 - Feb 2007Proposed and acquired movie visual rights from major film studios like Warner Bros, Disney and DreamWorks SKG, for global in-cinema concession promotion. Provided sales kits and conduct sales of promotional items to cinemas. Oversaw artwork design, production approval and delivery schedule of promotional items before movie release date. Produced marketing materials for cinemas worldwide and Coca-Cola Latin America. Developed company website contents. Attended CineAsia and other trade shows to promote concession promotion to new markets. Marketed HAPPY FEET, KING KONG, CARS.
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Freelance ResearcherMediacorp Raintree Pictures Pte Ltd May 2005 - Jul 2005SingaporeResearched and assisted in writing the industrial paper on parallel imports of video grams affecting the movie industry in Singapore. Industry paper was presented to the Media Development Authority (MDA) and the Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI).
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Distribution ExecutiveGolden Harvest Entertainment Company Ltd Sep 2001 - Dec 2004In-charged of distribution of movies produced by Universal Pictures, Paramount Pictures and DreamWorks SKG. Developed standard operation procedures for day-to-day operations. Liaised and maintained good working relationships with network of film distributors from the US, Hong Kong, Singapore and Malaysia. Provided logistic support for prints and in-cinemas marketing materials. Analysed, forecast and report of local box office performance, revenue and cost of current & up coming movies to film producers. Created a movie database dated from 1989 to 2004, which helps to cut down on research time. Distributed 2 FAST 2 FURIOUS, 8 MILE, DAWN OF THE DEAD.
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Distribution ExecutiveWarner - Golden Village Feb 2000 - Aug 2001In-charged of distribution of movies produced by Warner Bros, New Line Cinemas, Golden Harvest, Village Roadshow and other acquired titles. Established strong working relationships with all local cinema chains, film distributors and home video distributor. Analysed, forecast, and report of overseas & local box office performance, revenue and cost of current & up coming movies to film producers from the US and Hong Kong. Managed flow of prints and in-cinema materials from overseas, the Censorship Board and the warehouse to each cinema before the release date. Negotiation of terms & conditions of film rental with cinema chains. Distributed ACCIDENTAL SPY, MAGNOLIA, FINAL DESTINATION, RULES OF ENGAGEMENT.
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Cinema ExecutiveGolden Village Multiplex Pte Ltd May 1999 - Feb 2000SingaporeHandled aspects of cinema operation; management, box office, concession and projection. Recruited and managed a group of 20 operation staffs and projectionists. Analysed and evaluated overseas box office performance of up coming movies to strategically plan and manage the cinema costs effectively. Responsible of managing several high profile movie gala and charity premieres. -
Assistant InstructorOutdoor Adventure Pte Ltd Feb 1999 - Apr 1999SingaporeCultivated teamwork among participants through adventure learning. Managed a group of 20 instructors and 300 students. Planning & scheduling of manpower and activities. Have proven skills in on-the-spot decision making & trouble shooting.
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Plant & Machinery Valuation OfficerJones Lang La Salle Jul 1998 - Feb 1999SingaporeAssisted in valuation of plant & machinery of regional firms. Researched market value of machinery, analysed market trends. Kept up-to-date of latest machinery models available in the market. Initiated sales of machinery through tender or bailiff sales. -
Outlet ManagerSilver Rocket Movie Memorabilia Pte Ltd Jan 1998 - Jun 1998SingaporeResponsible of daily operations. Liaised with suppliers from the US and negotiated terms & conditions. Kept customers updated with the latest movies and product tie-ins.
Nelson Mok Education Details
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Mechanical Engineering
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Nelson Mok works for Mokster Films
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Nelson Mok's current role is CEO at Mokster.
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Nelson Mok attended Singapore Polytechnic.
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