Growth in SDVI Rally Platform Usage Signals Media Companies’ Accelerating Adoption of Cloud-Based Media Supply Chains

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SDVI, the leading platform provider for cloud-native media supply chains, today disclosed that its usage metrics for the first half of 2021 from the Rally cloud-native media supply chain platform have surpassed equivalent metrics recorded for all of 2020. The dramatic uptick in hours of content managed and processed by Rally signals an accelerated shift among media businesses toward cloud-based media supply chain infrastructure to drive efficiencies and increase business agility.

For the first half of 2021, a total of 15.75 million hours of content passed through the Rally platform, already more than the total for all of 2020 (15.5 million hours). Of that total, 11.2 million hours of content went through Rally’s media analysis engine with another 4.6 million hours of content processed (transcode, QC, audio leveling, ML, etc.) through Rally media supply chains. Compared to 125 million jobs completed last year, more than 135 million media processing jobs have been completed on the Rally platform through the first six months of 2021. To support both increased usage and new use cases, SDVI added nine new applications to the SDVI Application Services Market during the first half of 2021, bringing the total number of applications available on a consumption basis to 45.

The Enter for Arts in Natick Reaches New Audiences With Broadcast Pix

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The Center for Arts in Natick MA (TCAN), invested in a Broadcast Pix BPswitch FX6 production switcher to enable the recording and live streaming of artists during COVID.

TCAN is a non-profit, award-winning performing arts center, offering a wide variety of arts programs to audiences in the MetroWest and Greater Boston areas of Massachusetts. It is a regular venue for national touring artists, such as The Smithereens, Jefferson Starship, Tom Rush, Anais Mitchell, and Shawn Colvin and also presents comedy, children’s programs and classical music concerts.

Riedel and Backstage Academy Partner to Prepare Next Generation of Live Event Professionals

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In a strong move to support the next generation of live event professionals, Riedel Communications teamed up with Backstage Academy to provide hands-on training using the latest equipment. Students in the three-year Backstage Academy training program are fully immersed in the work of live event production. Working alongside highly respected industry professionals, they use best-in-class equipment — including Riedel’s Artist and Bolero intercom systems — in state-of-the-art studio spaces to hone their skills in creating exceptional live experiences.

“We’re training tomorrow’s professionals, so it’s important that we get the best and most current gear in front of these students,” said Backstage Industry Partnership Director Miles Marsden. “We’re proud that our students graduate with cutting-edge skills, immediately ready to fill any shortages in the industry as it bounces back to pre-pandemic levels. Our close partnership with Riedel helps make this possible.”

Pushpay to Acquire Resi Media, Leading Video Streaming Technology

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Pushpay (NZSX:PPH, ASX:PPH, ‘Pushpay’ or ‘the Company’), the leading payments and engagement solutions provider for faith-based and non-profit sectors, announced the entry into a definitive agreement for Pushpay to acquire Resi Media LLC, an industry leading video streaming platform. The acquisition is expected to close by the end of the month, subject to satisfaction of customary closing conditions, and will expand Pushpay’s ability to help organizations increase engagement and expand their digital presence.

“Digital tools like live streaming enable organizations to reach and engage stakeholders in an efficient and cost-effective way, regardless of geographical location, providing greater audience potential and revenue opportunities,” said Molly Matthews, CEO of Pushpay. “Coming together with Resi Media not only provides our customers access to world-class streaming technology today, but in time will enable Pushpay to deliver a unified solution for digital giving, ministry management, media and more.”

ESTA Bids Fond Farewell to Frances Thompson and Welcomes Laura Hoepker

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After a storied career in the entertainment industry, ESTA’s Membership Manager, Frances Thompson, will be retiring at the end of 2021. For over two decades, she has been a vital force in the growth of the association and a galvanizing presence at trade shows and events. In 1996, Frances was appointed to the ESTA Board of Directors, after being a part of the Business Resource Group for several years. She then served as Manufacturer Director until early 2000, when she was appointed as an Affiliate Director. Around 2001, Frances joined the ESTA staff and has since held several titles. On her retirement, Frances remarked, “I will miss engaging with members and staff. We are irreverent, creative, resourceful, opinionated, and uproarious. But most of my family and friends are as well, so I will be happy.” Frances may be reached at frances.thompson@esta.org or 865-689-8761 through the end of 2021. 

Clear-Com’s Jay Wallace Adds Latin America to Sales Territory with Promotion to Senior Regional Sales Manager

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Clear-Com® is pleased to announce the promotion of Jay Wallace to Senior Regional Sales Manager, Northwestern USA with the addition of Latin America to his sales territory. In his expanded role, Wallace will continue supporting partners in his Northwest territory while simultaneously cultivating and strengthening Clear-Com’s relationships with Partners in Latin America, as both regions have experienced continued growth.

Despite the residual effects of the global pandemic, Clear-Com has maintained sales in its U.S. and Latin American customer bases, as businesses evolved, expanded and upgraded their communications systems across markets. Many professionals have come to experience the value of their intercom solutions during this time, by allowing them to remain operational by facilitating remote, hybrid, and socially distanced workflows. Wallace will play a critical role in educating current and future dealer partners and customers on how Clear-Com’s significant technology, innovations and enhanced intercom capabilities can translate into more efficient production workflows.

CFN Upgrades Studio Acquisition with Hitachi HDTV Cameras

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Headquartered in Uniondale, New York, the Catholic Faith Network (CFN) is a not-for-profit television organization that uses all forms of media to keep the Catholic community connected to their faith. Looking to upgrade its studio cameras to newer technology, the channel recently purchased three SK-HD1800 HDTV production cameras from Hitachi Kokusai Electric America, Ltd. (Hitachi Kokusai).

CFN is available on Optimum, Verizon FiOS and Charter Spectrum throughout the New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut area, plus selected cable and satellite systems nationwide as well as streaming at www.CFNtv.org. CFN’s programming includes live masses, talk shows, and topics ranging from faith and societal issues to health and cooking. With Catholic Faith Network expanding, CFN senior executive producer Sean Kennedy knew exactly which brand of cameras he wanted to grow with them.

Utah Scientific President Dave Burland to Retire

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Utah Scientific today announced that its president and CEO, Dave Burland, will be retiring after almost three decades with the company. Burland plans to step down as president on Oct. 1 and as CEO on Jan. 1, 2022. Brett Benson, the company’s vice president of sales, will assume the roles of Utah Scientific president and CEO as Burland departs.

Under Burland’s direction, Utah Scientific has continued to expand its global leadership in video routers, master control switchers, and related control software and has strengthened its reputation as the authority in those areas. During his tenure as president and CEO, and earlier as chief operating officer and executive vice president of finance, Burland also cultivated meaningful relationships with some of the biggest names in broadcast.

Cablecast Community Media Platform Delivers Exceptional Operational Flexibility and Value for BronxNet

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Non-profit, public access television network BronxNet provides a diverse array of local programming produced by and for the people of the Bronx borough of New York City. The expanding media organization recently renovated its network operations center and equipped it with new, state-of-the-art technology, including an upgrade to the latest generation of Tightrope Media Systems’ Cablecast Community Media playout and automation platform at the heart of BronxNet’s master control operations.

With a mission to inspire, educate, inform, engage, and promote community voices for the Bronx and beyond, BronxNet creates locally relevant programming, trains residents in TV production, and provides hands-on media internships for students. Its signature BX Omni channel features shows professionally produced by BronxNet staff, while its other five channels – BX Arts, BX Culture, BX Inform, BX Inspire, and NYXT NYC – emphasize content from community producers.