Pixotope, the leading software platform for end-to-end real-time virtual production solutions, is breaking new ground by enabling remote real time virtual production for NEP The Netherlands (NEP), a pioneer in broadcast technology. NEP recently leveraged Pixotope to enable remote camera tracking for the inaugural all-electric speedboat race, the E1 Series. For the E1 series, Pixotope Camera Tracking was deployed on-site in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, while the graphics engine was situated remotely at … [Read more...] about Pixotope Enables Remote Intercontinental Virtual Production Workflows for E1 Series
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EditShare boosts sales direction with alumnus Grant Carroll
EditShare, the technology leader that enables storytellers to create and manage collaborative workflows at every stage from storyboard to screening, has appointed Grant Carroll as Senior Vice President for Sales for the Americas. He will be familiar to many EditShare users from his previous customer-facing roles in the business. In the early days of the company Carroll brought valuable experience as an editor, producer, and director, which made him ideal to connect with users and channel … [Read more...] about EditShare boosts sales direction with alumnus Grant Carroll
ITV commissions high octane espionage thriller Secret Service
ITV’s Head of Drama, Polly Hill has commissioned thrilling espionage drama, Secret Service, from the pen of ITV News anchor, Tom Bradby. Adapted from Tom’s tense, topical novel of the same title, Secret Service, is a suspenseful, fresh-from-the-headlines story deeply rooted in today’s political landscape. Tom has collaborated with fellow screenwriter, Jemma Kennedy, (Captain Webb) to write the series which will premiere on ITV1 and be available for streaming on ITVX. Secret Service delves … [Read more...] about ITV commissions high octane espionage thriller Secret Service
Pebble brings flexible, secure, stable playout automation to BroadcastAsia
Pebble, the leading automation, content management and integrated channel specialist, is showing its proven and widely used playout automation solutions at BroadcastAsia 2024. The presentation will underline the unique flexibility of the architecture to meet the needs of all broadcasters, including support for best-of-breed systems, integrated channels and remote operations. Pebble has led the industry in secure and stable playout automation and content management, with the enviable … [Read more...] about Pebble brings flexible, secure, stable playout automation to BroadcastAsia
ScreenDog Productions secures Edition investment and hires Mark Raeburn as CFO
ScreenDog Productions, the company behind Channel 4’s latest true crime hit The Jury: Murder Trial, today announces it has received a minority stake investment from Edition Capital. As Channel 4’s most successful unscripted launch in 10 years, ScreenDog will use Edition’s funding to build on the success of The Jury: Murder Trial, help the company grow and make even more compelling shows that ask important societal questions. The funding will also be used for a strategic senior editorial hire to … [Read more...] about ScreenDog Productions secures Edition investment and hires Mark Raeburn as CFO
PlayBox Neo Highlights Smart Media Playout Innovations in Belgrade, Dubai and Singapore
PlayBox Neo, a globally active producer of broadcast media playout and channel branding solutions, sustained its industry event visibility at three events during May: The PlayBox Neo Open Day in Belgrade, CABSAT in Dubai and the ongoing (May 29-31) Broadcast Asia in Singapore. Broadcast Asia attendees are invited to visit stand 5L2-2 to explore their latest innovations and connect with PlayBox Neo specialists who are ready to demonstrate how their smart media solutions can enhance broadcast … [Read more...] about PlayBox Neo Highlights Smart Media Playout Innovations in Belgrade, Dubai and Singapore