Custom Consoles, established in 1996 to meet the demand for efficient and robust technical control room furniture at accountant-friendly prices, reports the completion of a successful 2023. Heading into its 28th year, the company serves a client base including many leading public-service broadcasting corporations and independent networks. “We specialised from the start in producing furniture tailored to the exact requirements and dimensions required for each project,” comments Neil Reid, … [Read more...] about Custom Consoles Celebrates 28 Years of Innovation in Control-Room Desk Design
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Susan Marjetti announces retirement, Brodie Fenlon to lead CBC News as General Manager and Editor-in-Chief
After almost 45 years in the media business including 35 years at CBC, Susan Marjetti has announced that she is retiring from her role as General Manager of CBC News. As of today, Brodie Fenlon will lead CBC News, assuming the role of General Manager and Editor in Chief. Fenlon has been with CBC News since 2013, and has served as Editor in Chief and Executive Director of Programs and Standards since 2020. “I offer my deep gratitude to Susan for the leadership she has shown, her unwavering … [Read more...] about Susan Marjetti announces retirement, Brodie Fenlon to lead CBC News as General Manager and Editor-in-Chief
Parasite star Song Kangho to lead upcoming Disney+ period drama Uncle Samsik
During a period of upheaval and unrest in Korea, one man will operate in the shadows, manipulating the system and its key players for the advancement of the country in Uncle Samsik – an upcoming fictional drama set to debut in 2024, exclusively on Disney+. Set in 1960s Korea, Uncle Samsik follows Kim San, an ambitious idealist who is driven to turn his country’s fortunes around. A recipient of an Albright Scholarship, San wants nothing more than to transform his country into an industrial … [Read more...] about Parasite star Song Kangho to lead upcoming Disney+ period drama Uncle Samsik
TechStorm Secures New Distribution Partnership with Kbro in Taiwan ahead of the New Year
TechStorm has inked a brand new distribution partner in Taiwan on Kbro, Taiwan Mobile Broadband platforms. They will carry TechStorm’s regional feed to the subscribers on its service under the channel number 207. Joyce Lin, VP of Portico Media comments: “TechStorm offers Kbro subscribers a vibrant content line-up that truly captures their lifestyle, aspirations and passion. TechStorm’s Korean Kpop, Esports and video games plus its tech and innovation entertainment, millennial finance bring new … [Read more...] about TechStorm Secures New Distribution Partnership with Kbro in Taiwan ahead of the New Year
A new take on crime dramas – Flex X Cop arrives January 26 on Disney+
When a procedural mix-up sees the son of a wealthy Korean conglomerate owner get parachuted into a new role with the police’s Violent Crimes Unit, the heir will use his vast fortune and unique skills to solve some of the city’s biggest crimes in Flex X Cop, a new Korean crime drama coming January 26 to Disney+. After years of spending his family’s fortune on whatever his heart desired, a mistaken arrest sees Jin Isoo get thrust into a new position at Gangha Police Station’s Violent Crimes Unit … [Read more...] about A new take on crime dramas – Flex X Cop arrives January 26 on Disney+
Ikegami to Promote its Range of Broadcast Production Cameras and Monitors at Hamburg Open 2024
Ikegami Electronics will promote its wide portfolio of broadcast production equipment at Hamburg Open 2024. The show will be held from Wednesday 17 through Thursday 18 January at the Hamburg Messe & Congress Centre. Representatives on Ikegami stand 421 in Hall B6 will include Michael Laetsch and Gisbert Hochguertel. On demonstration will be UHK-X700 studio/EFP camera, UHL-43 compact camera, UHL-F4000 helicopter camera and HQLM-3120W picture monitor. Ikegami UHK-X700 2/3-inch 4K 3-CMOS … [Read more...] about Ikegami to Promote its Range of Broadcast Production Cameras and Monitors at Hamburg Open 2024