The SVG Podcast

Women's sports are on the rise. They have collectively captured the attention of marketers, programming executives, social media, and fans. So, where do women's sports go from here? How can women's sports continue increasing its value as a media property, its ability to pay athletes more money, and its attractiveness to brands and marketing companies? How does the industry raise the levels of production, give women's sports better time slots, and help it grow? This special panel discussion features Meg Aronowitz, ESPN, SVP, Production Bess Barnes, CBS Sports, VP, Programming Christine Franklin, Octagon, Executive Vice President, Marketing Patricia Lowry, GameTime Productions, President Amy Rosenfeld, NBC Sports, SVP, Olympics & Paralympics Production Dana Rubin, USL, VP of Media This conversation is moderated by Amy DeLouise, #GALSNGEAR, Founder, and DeLouise Enterprises, Chief Creative Officer. The SVG Podcast is for the sports-video–production professional looking to keep up with the latest in sports-video–production operations and technology. The program features interviews with some of the biggest, most influential names in the sports-video business talking trends and topics that impact the industry.

Working on the content side for a professional sports team can be a thrill. It can also be a grind. That's where strong leadership becomes crucial to the health and productivity of an operation. In this special episode, Content Leadership in Pro Sports with The Gargano Leadership Group, produced in partnership with The Gargano Leadership Group, go in-depth on the philosophies and strategies of some of the industry's top leaders. The conversation centers on the importance of continuous learning as a leader, connecting with the people you lead, empowering your team, and the overall development of people and culture within the content department of a professional sports organization. This webinar features: Jessica Ciccone, New York Jets, VP of Content Strategy – Marketing Vittorio DeBartolo, Oakland A's, Senior Director of Marketing Rael Enteen, Washington Commanders, VP of Content Moderator: Chris Gargano, The Gargano Leadership Group, Founder Learn more about The Gargano Leadership Group at www.garganoleadership.com.

With the Daytona 500 set to explode onto screens this weekend, NASCAR - and its broadcast partner FOX Sports - are still buzzing from a wildly unique weekend earlier this month. As the weather forecast in Southern California continued to look bleaker by the hour leading into NASCAR's Clash at The Coliseum, the auto racing giant made the unprecedented decision to move the preseason race a full day earlier. That created a scenario almost unheard of in live sports production. On this episode of The SVG Podcast, you'll learn how FOX Sports and NASCAR worked together to bring viewers one of the sport's most unusual events a full day before it was scheduled to run. We are joined by  Benjamin Baker, Managing Director, Domestic Broadcasting, NASCAR Steve Craddock, SVP, Production, NASCAR Production, FOX Sports George Grill, Field Technical Producer, Fox Sports This interview is conducted by SVG's Editorial Director, U.S. Jason Dachman. The SVG Podcast is for the sports-video–production professional looking to keep up with the latest in sports-video–production operations and technology. The program features interviews with some of the biggest, most influential names in the sports-video business talking trends and topics that impact the industry.

The ratings for women's sports continue to climb to record levels and that, in turn, drives the need for better and deeper productions. In celebration of National Girls and Women in Sports Day, this episode of The SVG Podcast showcases leaders in women's sports production. Their discussion centers around how their productions are evolving, why their programming is connecting with viewers, and how the data is now backing up that women's sports on television is good business. The panel includes: Patricia Lowry, GameTime Productions, President Sara Gaiero, ESPN, VP, Production Emily Sisson, Octagon, SVP, Business Development Curtis Symonds, HBCU GO, President and Co-Founder This conversation was hosted at the SVG Summit in New York City on Dec. 12 and was moderated by Melissa Forman, Co-Founder of Impakt Partners. The SVG Podcast is for the sports-video–production professional looking to keep up with the latest in sports-video–production operations and technology. The program features interviews with some of the biggest, most influential names in the sports-video business talking trends and topics that impact the industry.

When it comes to hot trends in sports production these days, the rise of alternate broadcasts is one of the preeminent ways to engage viewers uniquely. From betting-focused shows to alternate announcers, and even fully reanimated recreations of the action on the field, we dive into this topic to discuss goals, target audiences, and reasons for doing them with :  Danielle Cranin, NBC Sports, Senior Director, Content Integration & Partnerships Drew Gallagher, ESPN, Coordinating Producer Jon Klein, HANG Media, Co-Founder and CEO Michael “Spike” Szykowny, ESPN Creative Studio, Edit + Animation + Graphics Innovation + Production & Playout This conversation was hosted at the SVG Summit in New York City on Dec. 12 and was moderated by Brandon Costa, Director of Digital at Sports Video Group. The SVG Podcast is for the sports-video–production professional looking to keep up with the latest in sports-video–production operations and technology. The program features interviews with some of the biggest, most influential names in the sports-video business talking trends and topics that impact the industry.

It's well-known that the Hispanic population is growing across the U.S., and, in media and entertainment, the younger, multi-language shift is a trend that is changing the face of sports. On this episode of The SVG Podcast, we are joined by Eli Velazquez, EVP, Sports for NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises to discuss how his company is uniquely positioned to serve the rising numbers of what he identified as “two-hundred-percenters”: bilingual speakers born in the U.S. but with deep ties to their family's native country. During a 20-year career at Telemundo, Velazquez has played a key part in production decisions concerning some of the world's biggest sports events: the World Cup, Olympics, Super Bowls, and more. In this episode of the show, he shares his belief in the growing Hispanic sports-viewing market in the U.S., his production philosophy, production plans for 2024, reflections on the World Cup, and much more. This conversation was hosted at the SVG Summit in New York City on Dec. 12 and was moderated by SVG's Executive Director, Editorial Ken Kerschbaumer. The SVG Podcast is for the sports-video–production professional looking to keep up with the latest in sports-video–production operations and technology. The program features interviews with some of the biggest, most influential names in the sports-video business talking trends and topics that impact the industry.

Change is constant in the world of remote production. Never has that fact been more evident as the industry steams into 2024. There are more ways than ever to produce an event, thanks to cloud services, fiber connectivity, and IP, but there is still plenty of demand for trucks to be onsite. What is the current state of the business of the remote-production industry? In this episode of The SVG Podcast, top executives from the remote-production community tackle the key topics facing the business. The discussion includes: - Mary Ellen Carlyle, Dome Productions, SVP/GM - Robert Carzoli, Program Productions, Chairman - Nick Garvin, Mobile TV Group, COO - Pat Sullivan, Game Creek Video, President - Mike Werteen, NEP Broadcast Services, Global President This conversation was hosted at the SVG Summit in New York City on Dec. 12 and was moderated by SVG's Executive Director, Editorial Ken Kerschbaumer. The SVG Podcast is for the sports-video–production professional looking to keep up with the latest in sports-video–production operations and technology. The program features interviews with some of the biggest, most influential names in the sports-video business talking trends and topics that impact the industry.

2023 was loaded with high-end live sports productions from the major networks. What major technology innovations are changing this game? In this episode of The SVG Podcast, leaders from FOX Sports, ESPN, CBS Sports, WBD Sports, and MLB Network reflect on some of their favorite moments from the past year. Additionally, they offer their takes on the latest trends that are driving their productions, the challenges in continuing to do more as shows get larger, and what new technologies are really making a difference. The discussion includes: - Chris Brown, WBD Sports, VP, Tech Operations - Jason Cohen, CBS Sports and CBS Sports Network, VP, Remote Technical Operations - Susan Stone, MLB Network, SVP, Operations and Engineering - Tina Thornton, ESPN, EVP, Creative Studio and Marketing This conversation was hosted at the SVG Summit in New York City on Dec. 12 and was moderated by Mike Davies, Fox Sports, EVP, Technical and Field Operations; SVG Chairman. The SVG Podcast is for the sports-video–production professional looking to keep up with the latest in sports-video–production operations and technology. The program features interviews with some of the biggest, most influential names in the sports-video business talking trends and topics that impact the industry.

From The International to League of Legends Worlds to CS:GO Major Championships and beyond, esports boasts some of the largest annual live-event productions of any kind. On today's episode of The SVG Podcast, we take a look at how the biggest of the tentpole esports events throughout the year are produced. What live-production workflows are being used today for elite esports events and what strategies are being implemented to serve both the tens of thousands of fans onsite and the millions more watching across the globe. The discussion includes: - Sebastian Honciuc, PGL ESPORTS, Broadcast Producer - Paul Kent, Esports Engine, Senior Director, UK Operations - Joseph Lynch, EA, Group Director, Esports Content and Programming This conversation comes from the stage of the 2023 SVG Esports Production Summit, which was hosted in Los Angeles on November 16, 2023. The SVG Podcast is for the sports-video–production professional looking to keep up with the latest in sports-video–production operations and technology. The program features interviews with some of the biggest, most influential names in the sports-video business talking trends and topics that impact the industry.

The New Year always opens with one of our favorite productions of the year: the NHL Winter Classic. This year, the event visited the Pacific Northwest and T-Mobile Park in Seattle as the league's two newest franchises – the Vegas Golden Knights and the Seattle Kraken - met up outdoors. This is now the third year that the NHL on TNT and the team from Warner Bros. Discovery Sports have handled the production and, as usual, it was a feast for the eyes. On this episode of The SVG Podcast, we reflect on the broadcast with Lee Estroff, Director of Technical Operations at WBD Sports to get his take on what made this baseball stadium a beautiful place to broadcast a hockey game from, what advice he would give to someone working on a live sports production in a unique locale, and much more. The SVG Podcast is for the sports-video–production professional looking to keep up with the latest in sports-video–production operations and technology. The program features interviews with some of the biggest, most influential names in the sports-video business talking trends and topics that impact the industry.

Slimetime returned to the Gridiron as CBS Sports and Nickelodeon teamed up to bring the multi-Emmy Award-winning "Nickmas" alternate presentation to a Christmas Day game between the Las Vegas Raiders and the Kansas City Chiefs. The Nickmas Game has become one of the marquee alternate broadcasts. This year's show featured Christmas-themed augmented reality (AR) graphics, a guest appearance by the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles in the announce booth, Santa Claus running routes as a receiver, a giant Yetti tossing snowballs all over the stadium, a candy cane telestrator, and – of course – Slime Canons erupting all over the end zone. On this episode of The SVG Podcast, our Chief Editor Jason Dachman is joined by Coordinating Producer Shawn Robbins and Nickelodeon's VP, Animation/Motion Graphics Kurt Hartman to reflect on this latest chapter in this series. They share how it's evolved and improved over the year and even give a bit of a preview of what's to come when they do this all again for Super Bowl 58 next month. The SVG Podcast is for the sports-video–production professional looking to keep up with the latest in sports-video–production operations and technology. The program features interviews with some of the biggest, most influential names in the sports-video business talking trends and topics that impact the industry.

The FIFA Women's World Cup Final comes to a dramatic conclusion on Sunday and one of the countries - England or Spain - will hoist the trophy for the first time. On this episode of The SVG Podcast, what goes into the complete production of the global tournament? What new broadcast workflows have been instituted by FIFA and its outfit Host Broadcast Services in Sydney this summer? We're joined on the program by Florin Mitu, the Head of Host Broadcast and Production for FIFA. He'll take you through their efforts in this conversation with SVG's Executive Director, Editorial Ken Kerschbaumer. This conversation was recorded on August 9 at the SVG Australia Summit at the Telstra Customer Insight Centre in Sydney. The SVG Podcast is for the sports-video–production professional looking to keep up with the latest in sports-video–production operations and technology. The program features interviews with some of the biggest, most influential names in the sports-video business talking trends and topics that are making an impact on the industry.

It's Super Bowl Week and preparations are humming along with FOX Sports down in Arizona. This Sunday will mark the fifth Super Bowl at the front bench for FOX Sports Lead Director Rich Russo. Prior to the Big Game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles, Russo chatted with SVG's Co-Executive Director, Editorial Services, Ken Kerschbaumer. What's it like calling the shots for the biggest show on television? How does he prepare the broadcast? What was his job at the first Super Bowl he ever worked back in 1987? What's on his bucket list of events to direct? To catch up on more of the behind-the-scenes happenings at Super Bowl LVII, visit the SVG SportsTechLIVE Road to Super Bowl LVII Blog at sportsvideo.org. Thanks to our sponsors TAG Video Systems, IHSE, MediaPro, and Marshall Electronics. The SVG Podcast is for the sports-video–production professional looking to keep up with the latest in sports-video–production operations and technology. The program features interviews with some of the biggest, most influential names in the sports-video business talking trends and topics that are making an impact on the industry.

It's Bengals-Chiefs Round Two as, for the fifth consecutive season, CBS Sports is in Kansas City to broadcast the AFC Championship Game (Sunday, 6:30 p.m. ET, CBS). The CBS Sports production and operations teams are bringing with them more than 80 cameras, including Trolley Cam, Sky Cam, a live drone, fixed wing aerials, Pylon Cams, 15 super slow-mo cameras, the Sports Emmy Award-winning “RomoVision,” and much more. We are joined on The SVG Podcast by Jason Cohen, VP, Remote Technical Operations for CBS Sports to offer an exclusive look at the work going into this Sunday's big show. What should viewers expect? What was it like producing last week's Divisional Round game in snowy Buffalo? How has Trolly Cam emerged as a signature camera angle for CBS in the Playoffs? That and much more. NOTE: This conversation was recorded on Thursday, January 26 in advance of the AFC Championship Game. Since the recording, Jason has updated that the Fujinon HZK25-1000mm lens has been moved to a Sony 4800 shooting at 8X. The SVG Podcast is for the sports-video–production professional looking to keep up with the latest in sports-video–production operations and technology. The program features interviews with some of the biggest, most influential names in the sports-video business talking trends and topics that are making an impact on the industry.

Women's sports leagues in the U.S. and beyond continue to gain traction, especially among younger demographics. 2022 saw numerous professional and collegiate women's sports set new ratings highs. On this episode of The SVG Podcast, industry leaders discuss the growth of women's sports programming and how technology and workflows are upping the quality of productions across the board. Our guests are: - Sara Gaiero, ESPN, Coordinating Producer - Brian Gordon, NWSL, SVP, Media and Executive Producer - John von Stade, Women's Sports Network, Head of League Partnerships This panel discussion took place at the SVG Summit on December 13, 2022 in New York City and was moderated by SVG's Director of Digital Brandon Costa. The SVG Podcast is for the sports-video–production professional looking to keep up with the latest in sports-video–production operations and technology. The program features interviews with some of the biggest, most influential names in the sports-video business talking trends and topics that are making an impact on the industry.

It's been another big year at ESPN. At the 2022 SVG Summit, we got the opportunity to reflect on that year that was with ESPN President Jimmy Pitaro. On this episode of The SVG Podcast, Pitaro sits down with SVG's Editorial Director Ken Kerschbaumer for a discussion about the future of the sports TV industry, ESPN's linear and digital strategy, his thoughts on the production highlights of the year, and a look ahead to 2023 and beyond. The SVG Podcast is for the sports-video–production professional looking to keep up with the latest in sports-video–production operations and technology. The program features interviews with some of the biggest, most influential names in the sports-video business talking trends and topics that are making an impact on the industry.

On a special episode of The SVG Podcast, three members of the SVG Editorial Team report from the grounds of the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Doha, Qatar. SVG's Co-Executive Director, Editorial Services Ken Kerschbaumer, Senior Editor Kristian Hernandez, and SVG Europe's Editorial Director George Bevir review for you their conversations with major broadcasters like Host Broadcast Services, FIFA, FOX Sports, Telemundo Deportes, and many more. They discuss the technological advancements they've witnessed, offer a compelling take on the state of IP at this World Cup, and much more. For more coverage of the 2022 FIFA World Cup, visit the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 SportsTech Live Blog now at sportsvideo.org. Thank you to our blog sponsors Dolby, EVS, Intelsat, and Ross Video. The SVG Podcast is for the sports-video–production professional looking to keep up with the latest in sports-video–production operations and technology. The program features interviews with some of the biggest, most influential names in the sports-video business talking trends and topics that are making an impact on the industry.

It's been a big year in the world of live esports production. In addition to a big spike in the number of events, the industry has undergone a seismic shift in the way those events are produced. In this episode of The SVG Podcast, hear from top esports-event leaders on the latest production and technology trends, how they are embracing cloud-based and remote-production workflows, and what it all means for your operation as in-person LAN events return in big numbers. The panel discussion features: - Andrew Lane, ESL FACEIT Group / EFG, Senior Director of Broadcast & Production - Joseph Lynch, EA, Group Head of Content and Programming - Ryan Thompson, Esports Engine, Co-Founder and Chief Production Officer This panel discussion is moderated by SVG's Chief Editor Jason Dachman and comes from the stage of the 2022 SVG Esports Production Summit, which was hosted in Los Angeles on November 10. This episode of The SVG Podcast is supported by Blackmagic Design. DaVinci Resolve 18.1 is a major update packed with amazing new features to let you quickly edit, enhance and deliver video content to your audiences! The AI-based voice isolation tool effortlessly improves dialogue levels and removes background sounds like crowd noise and traffic while the Dialogue Leveler can fix and mix levels for smooth-sounding results. Visit blackmagicdesign.com to download DaVinci Resolve 18.1 free of charge and try it today. The SVG Podcast is for the sports-video–production professional looking to keep up with the latest in sports-video–production operations and technology. The program features interviews with some of the biggest, most influential names in the sports-video business talking trends and topics that are making an impact on the industry.

As the digital world moves towards Web 3.0, the sports media world is wrapping its head around an era where NFTs allow for the creation of one-of-a-kind collectibles and experiences, the Metaverse allows for fan avatars to explore virtual stadiums, and cryptocurrency can be used to purchase everything from content to experiences. These are topics we have yet to truly dive into on The SVG Podcast as it's yet to make a tangible impact on the world of live sports production, bu that day is coming. In this episode, we tackle these trends with a team of sports executives whose companies are experimenting in this new world of digital sports content. The panel features: - Luis Goicouria, PAG TOUR, SVP, Media - Samuel Westberg, LiveLike, CCO and Co-founder - Joe Caporoso, Team Whistle, President This panel discussion was hosted at SPORTEL Monaco on October 25 and was moderated by SVG's Co-Executive Director Editorial Services Ken Kerschbamer. We thank our friends at SPORTEL for allowing us to share this session with you. The SVG Podcast is for the sports-video–production professional looking to keep up with the latest in sports-video–production operations and technology. The program features interviews with some of the biggest, most influential names in the sports-video business talking trends and topics that are making an impact on the industry.

REMI. At-home. Home Run. Remote. Whatever you call it, it's the live production workflow that's reshaping the business. It's the act of taking camera and audio feeds from the venue and producing the event from a control room maybe hundreds of miles away in a control room in a broadcast facility. At-home production has broadcasters and vendors rethinking their facilities, gear purchases, staffing, and everything in between. Depending on who you ask, it's the greatest trend in the business or the worst. Rather than discussing the technology making at-home production possible, on this episode of The SVG Podcast we will, instead, get the opinions of some of those working on the front bench of these shows. The true storytellers of the live sports industry. Here's the panelists: - Keith D'Alessandro, NASCAR, Senior Coordinating Producer - Bill Herbstman, Director - Dan Maloney, Matrox Video, Technical Marketing Manager - Rick Seegull, Riedel, VP, System Consulting - Bob Whyley, Tennis Channel, SVP, Production, and Executive Producer We discuss how using an at-home model changes the nature of the live show. What steps need to be taken to ensure the broadcast is not compromised? How they prepare their crews different for an at-home show versus a traditional on-site show. That and much more. The SVG Podcast is for the sports-video–production professional looking to keep up with the latest in sports-video–production operations and technology. The program features interviews with some of the biggest, most influential names in the sports-video business talking trends and topics that are making an impact on the industry.

The start of the 2022 FIFA World Cup is less than 40 days away. Broadcasters from around the globe are preparing their production efforts in Qatar to deliver one of the biggest live events in all of television. In the United States, the Spanish-language broadcasting rightsholder is Telemundo Deportes and the network is putting the finishing touches on its preparations at the IBC in Doha, as well as back at its home facility in South Florida. On this episode of The SVG Podcast, we get into the nitty gritty of broadcasting a World Cup with EVP, Sports Content Eli Velaquez; VP, Sports Production Operations Chris Suarez; Director, Technical Programs and Media Systems Donatto Punyed; and NBCUniversal's Senior Director of Production Engineering Jorge Duarte. The SVG Podcast is for the sports-video–production professional looking to keep up with the latest in sports-video–production operations and technology. The program features interviews with some of the biggest, most influential names in the sports-video business talking trends and topics that are making an impact on the industry.

The start of the 2022 FIFA World Cup is just over 50 days away. Broadcasters from around the globe are readying to travel to Qatar to deliver one of the biggest live events in all of television. In the United States, the English-language broadcaster rightsholder is FOX Sports and the network has already made multiple trips to the IBC in Doha and has prepared its facilities here in the U.S. for a massive month of live coverage. On this episode of The SVG Podcast, we preview the efforts going into producing this year's event with David Neal, Executive Producer of FIFA World Cup on Fox and VP, Production and Kevin Callahan, VP, Field Operations and Engineering at FOX Sports. They offer an overview of their operations at the IBC, studio operations, and how control rooms and facilities in Los Angeles will help get things done. This episode of The SVG Podcast is sponsored by NEP Group, the global leader in live production facilities. The SVG Podcast is for the sports-video–production professional looking to keep up with the latest in sports-video–production operations and technology. The program features interviews with some of the biggest, most influential names in the sports-video business talking trends and topics that are making an impact on the industry.

One year ago, the New York-based regional sports network, YES Network, launches its own app, making live games for the New York Yankees, Brooklyn Nets, New York Liberty, and NYCFC available to in-market authenticated viewers. The app features many intriguing features that are all a part of the live game environment, including interactive overlay graphics, the ability to video chat with friends, and, most recently, a free-to-play predictive game. On this episode of The SVG Podcast, we are joined by Matt Duarte, Vice President, Strategy and Business Development for the YES Network to break down all of the highlights of Year 1 of the Yes App and to share the challenges that needed to be overcame in order to integrate these engaging features on top of the live game stream. The SVG Podcast is for the sports-video–production professional looking to keep up with the latest in sports-video–production operations and technology. The program features interviews with some of the biggest, most influential names in the sports-video business talking trends and topics that are making an impact on the industry.

The Major League Soccer season is set to kick off this weekend and to celebrate, the latest episode of The SVG Podcast is dedicated to analyzing team-based video content creation and distribution with some of the newest clubs in the American soccer landscape. What it's like to create content for a new professional sports team and how can video get new fans invested? We ask those questions and more to our roundtable of guests including Daniel Alvarado, Senior Manager of Social and Content, Austin FC; Blair Berry, Digital and Social Media Manager, Charlotte FC; and Jennifer Pransky, Head of Content, Angel City FC (NWSL). This session comes from our SVG Teams Summit, which was hosted virtually on February 3. The moderator of this conversation is Kristian Hernández, Associate Editor and Social Media Manager, SVG. The SVG Podcast is for the sports-video–production professional looking to keep up with the latest in sports-video–production operations and technology. The program features interviews with some of the biggest, most influential names in the sports-video business talking trends and topics that are making an impact on the industry.

Last Sunday's Clash at the Coliseum was both a critical and ratings success for NASCAR and FOX Sports. The unique spectacle that placed an auto racing track onto the grounds of the Los Angeles Coliseum was a feast for the eyes on broadcast television. To reflect on the experience of what it was like to call the shots from the front bench, FOX Sports lead director Artie Kempner joins us on The SVG Podcast. Artie discusses the use of aerial cameras like SkyCam and drones, what opportunities and challenges were brought about by hosting a race in such a small venue, what it was like directing an Ice Cube concert, and what he learned from this unique live production experience. This episode of The SVG Podcast is supported by TVUNetworks. TVU Networks offers an integrated ecosystem for simple, scalable and cost effective cloud-based remote production that includes TVU Producer for multi-camera live video production and graphic overlays, the live collaboration platform TVU Partyline, TVU Channel for infrastructure free playout, TVU Remote Commentator for remote on-air talent commentary, and the TVU Anywhere mobile broadcasting app. To learn more, visit the company online at tvunetworks.com. The SVG Podcast is for the sports-video–production professional looking to keep up with the latest in sports-video–production operations and technology. The program features interviews with some of the biggest, most influential names in the sports-video business talking trends and topics that are making an impact on the industry.

Championship Weekend in the National Football League is here and, following a dramatic Divisional Round, we take you inside what its like inside the stadium producing the videoboard show during the NFL Playoffs. Sitting in the director's chair and calling the shots for the in-venue entertainment at one of the NFL's most iconic venues, Arrowhead Stadium, is Anna Tobkin. When Tobkin directed her first in-stadium show for the Kansas City Chiefs at the beginning of the 2020 season, she was both the youngest person and the first woman ever to direct the videoboard entertainment in the history of Arrowhead Stadium. This weekend, when she directs the AFC Championship Game, she will be 38 weeks pregnant. On this episode of The SVG Podcast, we talk to Tobkin about keeping her cool during that Divisional Round game against the Bills, what intangible skills she thinks are needed to sit in a role like hers, how she got to that chair, and what we may expect from her team during this Sunday's AFC Championship Game. This episode of The SVG Podcast is supported by The Switch. In live production, what are your challenges? Shoulder programming? OTT? Social Media? Are you a niche sport fighting to get coverage of your events out to your dedicated fan base? Do you need to broaden your fan engagement through dedicated social media channels and streaming content? Are your challenges operational? Do you need to produce live content with a distributed production team? If its live, The Switch is here to make it happen. MIMiC is the first fully-integrated cloud-based live production service. To learn more about it, visit The Switch online at www.theswitch.tv. The SVG Podcast is for the sports-video–production professional looking to keep up with the latest in sports-video–production operations and technology. The program features interviews with some of the biggest, most influential names in the sports-video business talking trends and topics that are making an impact on the industry.

One of the biggest live sports television productions of the year is already in the books and we're here to break it all down for you in the latest episode of The SVG Podcast. Our Director of Digital Brandon Costa and Associate Editor Kristian Hernandez dives into all of the production and operations storylines that happened behind the scenes at this year's title game, hosted at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. From the special cameras rigged into the stadium's rafters to the bitter cold out in the production compound, we share what made this year's ESPN production unique. This episode of The SVG Podcast is sponsored by PRG. For more than 30 years, PRG has challenged production industry standards by breaking boundaries. Established out of small offices in Times Square and New Windsor, they've grown to over 65 offices in 17 countries. PRG isn't just a gear rental house. They operate in every form of entertainment and live experience - in-person and virtually - at all scales and budgets. But what sets them apart is their people: experts, engineers and artisans who know their craft cold and are driven to see their customers succeed. Learn more at www.prg.com. The SVG Podcast is for the sports-video–production professional looking to keep up with the latest in sports-video–production operations and technology. The program features interviews with some of the biggest, most influential names in the sports-video business talking trends and topics that are making an impact on the industry.

As 2021 comes to a close, what is the current temperature of the sports production industry? We tackle that question with experts ranging from crewing to financing to operations in this roundtable discussion about how the pandemic has changed sports production, what it will take to recover economically, and much more. The talk includes Program Productions Chairman and CEO Bob Carzoli, Fox Sports SVP, Technical and Field Operations; SVG Chairman Mike Davies, and Devoncroft Partners Principal Analyst Josh Stinehour. This conversation comes from the stage of the 2021 SVG Summit, hosted in New York City on December 14. The moderator is SVG's Executive Director, Editorial Services Ken Kerschbaumer. This episode of The SVG Podcast is sponsored by Riedel Communications. Riedel Communications designs, manufactures and distributes innovative real-time networks for video, audio and communications. The German company is known for pioneering digital audio matrix systems and media networks that power broadcasts and events around the world. Visit www.riedel.net to see how their technologies can take your production to a new level! The SVG Podcast is for the sports-video–production professional looking to keep up with the latest in sports-video–production operations and technology. The program features interviews with some of the biggest, most influential names in the sports-video business talking trends and topics that are making an impact on the industry.

Last month saw the return of the biggest live event in the world of esports: the League of Legends World Championship Final. Hosted in Reykjavik, Iceland, the show was abruptly relocated from China, forcing the team behind the scenes at Riot games to quickly develop a star-studded show on the fly. On this episode of The SVG Podcast, we offer you an inside look at how they pulled it off despite all of the pandemic challenges. SVG's Chief Editor Jason Dachman speaks with Riot Games Executive Producer for Global League of Legends Esports and Wild Rift Esports Events and Riot Games Director of Esports Creative Carrie Dunn. To watch the League of Legends Worlds "Show Open", click here: youtu.be/1OzoFq4Q3_c This interview was conducted live at the 2021 SVG Esports Production Summit on November 16, 2021. To access more content from this event, including panels and video interviews, visit sportsvideo.org/events to sign up for free. This episode of The SVG Podcast is supported by Ross Video. To learn more about the Ross Video line of professional production tools, visit www.rossvideo.com. The SVG Podcast is for the sports-video–production professional looking to keep up with the latest in sports-video–production operations and technology. The program features interviews with some of the biggest, most influential names in the sports-video business talking trends and topics that are making an impact on the industry.

As the state-by-state legalization of sports betting continues to sweep across the country, sports media giants are joining the fray. Several national broadcasters and regional sports networks have already begun producing alternative “betcasts” for games, wagering-focused studio shows and original programming, predictive-gaming apps, and contests for fans Meanwhile, leading digital media companies are producing full-fledged studio shows and building customized content to meet the needs of sports betters old and new. On this episode of The SVG Podcast, we catch up with two of the biggest players on the digital front: Yahoo Sports and Bleacher Report. First, we are joined by Yahoo! Sports' VP and Head of Content Sarah Crennan and Lead Betting Reporter and Analyst Minty Bets to discuss the brand's approach to producing original and relatable betting content via social and digital channels to increase audience engagement (particularly with Gen Z). Then, we speak with Bleacher Report's Director of Brand Strategy Mike Denevi and Manager of Social Programming Sam Richmond to break down social media philosophies, showcase examples of short-form and serialized digital material, and highlight how their sports betting vertical, B/R Betting can improve in the future. The SVG Podcast is for the sports-video–production professional looking to keep up with the latest in sports-video–production operations and technology. The program features interviews with some of the biggest, most influential names in the sports-video business talking trends and topics that are making an impact on the industry.

It's been a banner year for the WNBA. Ratings are up big, the postseason has been thrilling, and the league is loaded with a fun mix of veteran and rising stars. This was also the 25th anniversary of the league and its primary broadcast rightsholder, ESPN, has enjoyed numerous opportunities to tell cool stories during live broadcasts about the history of the league. On this episode of the show, we're going behind the scenes to take a look at the production of this year's WNBA Finals and reflect back on the exciting season it was with ESPN senior managing producer Sara Gaiero. We discuss some of the highlights of the season, the changing face of production models at ESPN, and look ahead at the future of the league on ESPN's air. This episode of The SVG Podcast is supported by Mediapro. Mediapro, the global leader in content, sports production and sports rights management provides its clients the creativity and technical solutions necessary to design, produce, and distribute any audiovisual or multi-channel project. Mediapro uses innovation to push boundaries and production technology to a whole new level, with its new automatic sports production system, AutomaticTV ONE; and its new two-point aerial camera, 2Sky, Mediapro makes your LIVE simple. Learn more at mediaprous.tv. The SVG Podcast is for the sports-video–production professional looking to keep up with the latest in sports-video–production operations and technology. The program features interviews with some of the biggest, most influential names in the sports-video business talking trends and topics that are making an impact on the industry.

There's a tremendous amount of change and innovation currently occurring within the circulatory system of live sports media: transmission. On this episode of The SVG Podcast, its a “State of the Industry” roundtable discussion on the most pressing issues facing the transmission and contribution segment of the industry today. We're joined by: Brad Cheney, VP, Field Operations and Engineering at FOX Sports; Ken Fuller, VP, Distribution and Technology at ViacomCBS; Julie Morrison, Manager, Content Transmission at WarnerMedia Production Technology; Paul Spinelli, Director, Distribution & Network Systems at Sinclair Broadcast Group; and Adam Whitlock, Director, Remote Traffic Operations at ESPN. The pandemic has dramatically altered the landscape for backhauling and delivering live sports events over the past year and a half. These execs will address how their strategies and operations have evolved as a result and how they see the industry changing in the coming years. This roundtable is moderated by SVG's Chief Editor, Jason Dachman and is a segment of larger conversation that was hosted as part of our annual SVG TranSPORT event. For the complete panel discussion and for free access to all of the sessions from the event - including break downs of 5G, IP and REMI, transmission over the public Internet, satellite, and much more, visit sportsvideo.org. The SVG Podcast is for the sports-video–production professional looking to keep up with the latest in sports-video–production operations and technology. The program features interviews with some of the biggest, most influential names in the sports-video business talking trends and topics that are making an impact on the industry.

The NFL season kicks off this week and, nationwide, sports televisions will again be filled with the thrills of pro football. On today's episode of The SVG Podcast, we dive into the art of directing live sporting events with one of the top directors working the NFL today: ESPN Monday Night Football director Jimmy Platt. We discuss his preparation process, his career path, and his advise for aspiring sports TV directors. This conversation is moderated by SVG Executive Director, Editorial Services Ken Kerschbaumer. This episode of The SVG Podcast is supported by NEP. NEP provides the technology and know-how to help its clients make, manage and show the world their content. As the world begins to navigate a new normal, NEP remains focused on safely supporting our partners with innovative solutions while preparing for a bright future. Together, NEP are excited to be once again producing the world's most iconic sporting events. For more, visit the company online at www.nepgroup.com. The SVG Podcast is for the sports-video–production professional looking to keep up with the latest in sports-video–production operations and technology. The program features interviews with some of the biggest, most influential names in the sports-video business talking trends and topics that are making an impact on the industry.

Last Thursday, nearly six million viewers tuned it to watch a special broadcast on FOX of the MLB at Field of Dreams. The gorgeous production from the site of the famous film was delivered in 4K HDR and featured dramatic aerial shots, an emotional pregame ceremony, and an unforgettable finish to a wildly entertaining game. On this episode of The SVG Podcast, we are joined by FOX Sports' lead director for baseball Matt Gangl to break down everything that went into the memorable television event, including the unique preparation process, the technology that enhanced the coverage, working with Kevin Costner, where he ranks this all time in events he's worked, and much more. The SVG Podcast is for the sports-video–production professional looking to keep up with the latest in sports-video–production operations and technology. The program features interviews with some of the biggest, most influential names in the sports-video business talking trends and topics that are making an impact on the industry.

Its been four months since the look of the regional sports network world dramatically changed when the Sinclair-owned FOX Sports RSNs officially rebranded to Bally Sports. On this episode of The SVG Podcast, we are joined by Steve Rosenberg the President of Local Sports for Sinclair Broadcast Group to discuss that rebrand, the impact the pandemic has had on his networks, the rise of sports-betting, potential direct-to-consumer streaming offerings, the state of the RSN business, and much more. This conversation is moderated by SVG's Chief Editor Jason Dachman and is a segment from the SVG RSN Summit, which was hosted virtually on July 15, 2021. All sessions from that event are available free for you now on demand at sportsvideo.org. This episode of The SVG Podcast is sponsored by LiveU. LiveU is changing the rules of the game for live news and dynamic sports coverage, providing all-in-one production-level field units for live video streaming and remote production workflows. Together with its cloud-based management and next-gen IP distribution platforms, LiveU offers the most cost-effective end-to-end contribution, production and distribution solution. The inventor and innovator of cellular bonding, the Company is synonymous with high-quality and flawless live video solutions, transmitted from anywhere in the world. With over 3,000 customers in 130+ countries, LiveU's technology is the solution of choice for global broadcasters, news agencies, sports and entertainment, streaming live video to TV, mobile, online and social media. For more, visit the company online at liveu.tv. The SVG Podcast is for the sports-video–production professional looking to keep up with the latest in sports-video–production operations and technology. The program features interviews with some of the biggest, most influential names in the sports-video business talking trends and topics that are making an impact on the industry.

A week of Major League Baseball All-Star events are in the books and it was a successful series of productions from FOX Sports, ESPN, and MLB Network. The game on Tuesday was broadcast in 4K HDR for the first time, the Home Run Derby was loaded with advanced graphics, and the MLB Draft made its first appearance at All-Star Weekend. SVG's Kristian Hernandez and Brandon Costa reflect on the All-Star festivities and we briefly chat with Fox Sports Director, Field Operations, Francisco Contreras and Lead Tech Producer Tom Lynch and ESPN Senior Coordinating Producer Phil Orlins and Project Manager Cindy Pennington. The SVG Podcast is for the sports-video–production professional looking to keep up with the latest in sports-video–production operations and technology. The program features interviews with some of the biggest, most influential names in the sports-video business talking trends and topics that are making an impact on the industry.

Remote production workflows are changing the face of live sports video production. On this episode of The SVG Podcast, we dig into two specific examples. First, Fox Sports, VP, Field Operations and Engineering Kevin Callahan joins us to update the latest with the Fox Sports Vault, the Los Angeles-based facility that has become a core part of the sports production process at FOX. After contributing to the NFL season, its now in use for a second MLB and NASCAR season. Learn how the Vault workflows continue to evolve, what they mean for the Fox Sports production teams, and more. Than, like all sports networks, the YES Network worked hard to figure out how to allow its announcing teams to work from different locations, yet feel connected despite not being together in a broadcast booth. YES Network VP, Broadcast Operations and Engineering Mike Webb and Senior Coordinating Producer Jared Boshnack discuss how their remote announcing philosophy has evolved, some of the technology that makes a difference, and the future of off-tube announcing. Both interviews are conducted by SVG's Co-Executive Director, Editorial Services Ken Kerschbaumer and were a part of the SVG Remote Production Workflows virtual event hosted on May 12 and 13. To access the complete catalog of sessions from this event on-demand, sign up for free at sportsvideo.org/events. This episode of The SVG Podcast is sponsored by Eurovision Services. Eurovision Services' new SRT services for IP delivery are a great way to deliver live audio and video over the internet. Our proprietary and redundant SRT gateways offer high-security encryption and low latency. With over 250 Points of Presence on the Eurovision Global Network, you can be sure that there is a fast connection to our SRT gateways near you. Find out more at www.eurovision.net The SVG Podcast is for the sports-video–production professional looking to keep up with the latest in sports-video–production operations and technology. The program features interviews with some of the biggest, most influential names in the sports-video business talking trends and topics that are making an impact on the industry.

The pandemic has forever changed live sports production as facilities have been forced to evolve. Broadcasters are using a mix of mobile units and flypacks onsite with centralized facilities back home. How will this impact the design and integration of production trucks and other onsite systems? On this episode of The SVG Podcast, mobile-production-facilities integrators discuss how the production compound and the trucks within it are being transformed to meet today's needs. We are joined on the show by Game Creek Video's VP, Engineering Solutions Paul Bonar and Engineering Project Manager Keith Martin; Mobile TV Group's CCO Nick Garvin and Director of Engineering Peter Wehner; NEP Integrated Solutions' SVP and GM Scott Nardelli and VP, Systems Integration, U.S. Mobile Units Joe Signorino; and Gravity Media's USA, Director, Technology Alex Rybalko and USA, Director, Production and Content Will Wright. These conversations - which are moderated by SVG's Co-Executive Director, Editorial Ken Kerschbaumer - were a part of the SVG Systems Integrator Summit which was hosted virtually on April 21 and 22. To access the complete catalog of sessions on-demand, sign up for free at sportsvideo.org/events. This episode of The SVG Podcast is sponsored by Lawo. In today's broadcasting facilities, IP connects everything. This connected universe can be a bewildering place. Make it feel like home. Lawo's HOME is a new management platform for IP based media infrastructures – designed to connect, manage and secure all instances and aspects of live production environments. Being natively built on a cloud-ready microservice architecture, HOME helps broadcast professionals address some of the most demanding requirements of modern IP infrastructures. See the full presentation today at www.lawo.com/home. The SVG Podcast is for the sports-video–production professional looking to keep up with the latest in sports-video–production operations and technology. The program features interviews with some of the biggest, most influential names in the sports-video business talking trends and topics that are making an impact on the industry.

One of the video technology industry's all-time greats announced his retirement last week. After more than 50 years of pioneering and shaping video imaging technology, Larry Thorpe is calling it a career. In this special episode of The SVG Podcast, our Co-Executive Director, Editorial Services Ken Kerschbaumer sits down with Larry to reflect on the Sports Broadcasting Hall of Famer's iconic career that saw him pioneer in color, high-definition, and 4K/8K imaging during his years at the BBC, RCA, Sony, and Canon. The SVG Podcast is for the sports-video–production professional looking to keep up with the latest in sports-video–production operations and technology. The program features interviews with some of the biggest, most influential names in the sports-video business talking trends and topics that are making an impact on the industry.

Fans have returned to sports venues in some limited capacity across North America and that's made for an exciting transition to normal for in-arena video production professionals. On this episode of The SVG Podcast, we take you for a swing around the National Hockey League to discuss the trends in game presentation across the league. SVG's Kristian Hernandez and Brandon Costa break down the big picture takeaways from the various conversations they've had with teams across the league and we also share one-on-one talks with Toronto Maple Leafs Manager of Game Presentation Taylor Dean, Senior Director, Game Presentation for the Philadelphia Flyers Tina DiVilio, and Tampa Bay Lightning Vice President of Game Presentation John Franzone. This episode of The SVG Podcast is sponsored by Grass Valley. Your company's paid a lot of money for its sports rights. That's a big investment in viewership and advertising. So shouldn't you capture viewership with the best pictures possible? And wouldn't it be great if camera setup and inventory management were easier than ever. That's the LDX 100 native IP camera system. Pure IP with no base stations. Find out more at grassvalley.com/ldx100. The SVG Podcast is for the sports-video–production professional looking to keep up with the latest in sports-video–production operations and technology. The program features interviews with some of the biggest, most influential names in the sports-video business talking trends and topics that are making an impact on the industry.

Major League Baseball is back! On this special roundtable episode of The SVG Podcast, the Sports Video Group editorial team previews the season to come in baseball production. SVG's Ken Kerschbaumer, Jason Dachman, Brandon Costa, and Kristian Hernandez check in on what's new with workflows and technology for live baseball coverage at ESPN, FOX, and MLB Network, while also breaking down the massive redesign and debut of the 19 new Bally Sports regional sports networks. The SVG Podcast is for the sports-video–production professional looking to keep up with the latest in sports-video–production operations and technology. The program features interviews with some of the biggest, most influential names in the sports-video business talking trends and topics that are making an impact on the industry.

The CBS Sports graphics team has been very busy, to say the least. In addition to undertaking its second Super Bowl in three years, CBS Sports created a unique experience with the NFL Wild Card Game broadcast on Nickelodeon. On today's episode of The SVG Podcast, we are joined by JP LoMonaco, VP, On-Air Graphics and Design at CBS Sports to take a deep dive into these two massive football projects. This conversation is excerpted from the SVG Sports Graphics Forum, which was hosted virtually on March 24 and 25. To watch all of the sessions from this event for free, sign up at sportsvideo.org/events. The session is moderated by SVG Chief Editor Jason Dachman. The SVG Podcast is for the sports-video–production professional looking to keep up with the latest in sports-video–production operations and technology. The program features interviews with some of the biggest, most influential names in the sports-video business talking trends and topics that are making an impact on the industry.

2020 led to an abundance of change across the sports video production industry. One key trend that was further accelerated by the pandemic was cloud-based production. Be it for live or postproduction, the cloud is becoming an increasingly common part of any major media company's workflow. On this episode of The SVG Podcast we are joined by a roundtable of sports content creators to discuss the growing trend of the cloud and what it's meant for them. We discuss the topic with Christopher Cruz, Director of Media Services, CBS Sports; Chris Gogolos, Videographer/Associate Producer, New England Patriots; Travis Llewellyn, Associate Commissioner, Football & Broadcasting, Sun Belt Conference; Brian Myers, Director, Broadcast Technology and Production, Tennessee Titans; and David Rosen, VP, Cloud Applications and Services, Sony Imaging Products & Solutions – Americas. This conversation is an archive of a webinar SVG hosted in collaboration with Sony that originally broadcast on March 3, 2021 and was moderated by SVG's Director of Digital Brandon Costa. The SVG Podcast is for the sports-video–production professional looking to keep up with the latest in sports-video–production operations and technology. The program features interviews with some of the biggest, most influential names in the sports-video business talking trends and topics that are making an impact on the industry.

In the world of sports television production, the technology enhancements that tend to grab the most headlines are the fun tech toys that are weaved into a live show: high-end graphics, advanced graphics, dynamic replays. From mirrorless cameras, wired-aerial cameras, and drones to 4K, 8K, and HDR, what tools and toys and adding to the broadcast and what's a fad? We chew on that topic with one of the most decorated producer-director tandems in the history of sports television. NBC Sunday Night Football director Drew Esocoff and producer Fred Gaudelli have 39 Sports Emmys between them and have worked together for more than two decades. They share their thoughts on the industry in this interview with SVG's Executive Director, Editorial Services Ken Kerschbaumer. This episode of The SVG Podcast is sponsored by Fujifilm Fujinon. Today, 4K demands a higher dimension of performance. And Fujinon's latest 4K HDR broadcast lenses meet the challenge. The new UA46x and UA125x 4K HDR lenses extend the limits of high resolution, high contrast, and deliver dramatic high dynamic range. Fujinon's cutting-edge optical technology presents the next standard in optical performance — image quality that exceeds the high expectations of imaging professionals. Contact your Fujinon rep. and ask for a demo. Visit the company online at www.fujifilm.com. The SVG Podcast is for the sports-video–production professional looking to keep up with the latest in sports-video–production operations and technology. The program features interviews with some of the biggest, most influential names in the sports-video business talking trends and topics that are making an impact on the industry.

We revisit the team side of the sports video production industry to discuss the continuously evolving challenge of using video to build an in-venue experience, while simultaneously engaging with fans at home who - largely - can't be in attendance at live games due to COVID-19 restrictions. Joining us on The SVG Podcast is Kurt Doster, Director of Arena Video Production for the Miami Heat, who will share how his team is partnering with their local RSN to recreate the control room at AmericanAirlines Arena. Also, we speak with Golden State Warriors' SVP of Marketing Jen Millet and Director of Facility Health and Hygiene Jackie Ventura to get the scoop on how the new Chase Center is combating the challenges of the day, including a look at their "Dub Hub" project, which is brining fans at home into the building to experience Warriors games this season. Both interviews are conducted by SVG's Associate Editor Kristian Hernandez. This episode of The SVG Podcast is sponsored by Dolby. Live sports bring communities together like nothing else. And the multidimensional sound of Dolby Atmos puts fans in the center of the action, so they feel like they are part of the event. For several years, Dolby has been working with both broadcasters and our ecosystem partners to transport fans from their living rooms to the stadium and the immersive experience of Dolby Atmos has helped to preserve communities as they rally around their favorite teams. For more, visit the company online at professional.dolby.com. The SVG Podcast is for the sports-video–production professional looking to keep up with the latest in sports-video–production operations and technology. The program features interviews with some of the biggest, most influential names in the sports-video business talking trends and topics that are making an impact on the industry.

The SVG Podcast is back and we're breaking down all of the video and television production stories surrounding Super Bowl LV in Tampa, Fl. The SVG editorial team of Ken Kerschbaumer, Jason Dachman, Kristian Hernandez, and Brandon Costa discuss the details behind the game production from CBS Sports, surround coverage by NFL Media, digital content creation from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Kansas City Chiefs, and much more. Also joining the show is veteran sports television director Paul Hemming. A director of Carolina Hurricanes games on Fox Sports Carolinas, Paul shares what he looks for when watching a broadcast like the Super Bowl, how he prepares for a championship broadcasting, the importance of audio, and what he thinks about the new shallow depth of field shots being used on NFL broadcasts. Paul also is one of the hosts of the podcast Inside the Truck, which discusses the latest in live sports television production. Listen and subscribe to the show: www.buzzsprout.com/1122095 The SVG Podcast is for the sports-video–production professional looking to keep up with the latest in sports-video–production operations and technology. The program features interviews with some of the biggest, most influential names in the sports-video business talking trends and topics that are making an impact on the industry.

2020 has been a challenging year for live sports production. Those involved in remote production services have had arguably the most challenging 10 months they have ever faced. On this special roundtable episode of The SVG Podcast, top executives from leading remote production service providers join us to discuss the current state of the business, how it is impacting their operations and future builds, and what they need from key clients and partners to ensure the ecosystem weathers the storm. We are joined by Dome Productions, SVP and GM Mary Ellen Carlyle; Mobile TV Group, Founder and CEO Phil Garvin; Game Creek Video, President and Founder Pat Sullivan; NEP Broadcast Services, President Mike Werteen; and Program Productions, President and CEO Scott West. This conversation is moderated by SVG Executive Director, Editorial Services Ken Kerschbaumer and comes from a roundtable discussion that we hosted as part of last week's big SVG SUMMIT:CONNECT event. to find more sessions, town halls, panels, Tech Tours, and more, visit thesvgsummit.com to access all of the On Demand content for free! This episode of The SVG Podcast is supported by Sony Electronics. IP technology has given us new ways to create the powerful content that viewers crave. That's why Sony has built IP technology into its entire lineup of live production products. They've helped broadcasters on four continents make the transition from baseband to IP. And they can help you design, configure, test and implement your IP systems. Migrating to IP is a journey. Sony is with you every step of the way. To learn more, visit them online at pro.sony. The SVG Podcast is for the sports-video–production professional looking to keep up with the latest in sports-video–production operations and technology. The program features interviews with some of the biggest, most influential names in the sports-video business talking trends and topics that are making an impact on the industry.

Few individuals have left a more indelible mark on the way viewers watch esports broadcasts than Ariel Horn. On this episode of The SVG Podcast, we are joined by the co-founder and co-CEO of the streaming esports network, VENN. Throughout Horn's career, he has helped take esports from niche convention halls to packed stadiums with global viewership in the billions of hours. He helped pioneer the way esports broadcasts are produced while overseeing production of BlizzCon for Blizzard Entertainment and Riot Games' League of Legends. This year, Horn has teamed up with Ben Kusin to launch VENN – a new network aimed at gaming, esports and entertainment audiences. In this chat with SVG's Chief Editor Jason Dachman, Horn recounts war stories from his years on the front lines and provides a look at what VENN means for the future of the sports media industry. The SVG Podcast is for the sports-video–production professional looking to keep up with the latest in sports-video–production operations and technology. The program features interviews with some of the biggest, most influential names in the sports-video business talking trends and topics that are making an impact on the industry.

The Indian Premier League is the most popular sports league in India, and when you account for the fact that more than 500 million viewers regularly watch cricket matches from India globally, it may very well be the most watched sports league on the entire planet. So when the IPL decided to geographically move its 2020 season to the United Arab Emirates during the COVID-19 pandemic, it required Star Sports Network to figure out new workflows to produce their live coverage. We're joined on this episode of SVG Podcast by Star Sports Network's Vice President, Broadcast Technology and Operations Prashant Khanna and the Head of Star Sports Network Sanjog Gupta. They will share the details of their new workflows and discuss the challenges, key enabling technologies, and why many of these methods may stick in the future. This episode of The SVG Podcast is supported by Lumen Technologies. The Lumen Platform is designed specifically for the latency-sensitive, data-intensive needs of next-gen applications and emerging technologies that will revolutionize the media and entertainment industry. Lumen has the foundational architecture capable of enabling the amazing experiences promised in the 4th Industrial Revolution. Learn more today at lumen.com. The SVG Podcast is for the sports-video–production professional looking to keep up with the latest in sports-video–production operations and technology. The program features interviews with some of the biggest, most influential names in the sports-video business talking trends and topics that are making an impact on the industry.

Following a thrilling six-game World Series, the Los Angeles Dodgers are champions and FOX Sports has put a bow on perhaps the most unique MLB Postseason in the 25-year history of the network's coverage of baseball. On this episode of The SVG Podcast, Brad Cheney, VP, field operations and engineering for Fox Sports stops in to chat with SVG's Director of Digital Brandon Costa about how the unique nature of broadcasting both the National League Championship Series and the World Series from a single venue (Globe Life Field in Arlington, TX) shaped the network's on-site presence. Cheney breaks down the details behind the network's camera deployment (which included a staggering number of high frame rate cameras) and how the idiosyncratic set up delivered camera angles that were never before possible at a World Series. In addition, he explains the unique challenges of building an audio mix in this environment and how the crew revolutionized its media management workflow for years to come with the execution of a hybrid-cloud virtualized system that made both those working on-site and those working in various other locations in the country for efficient. The SVG Podcast is for the sports-video–production professional looking to keep up with the latest in sports-video–production operations and technology. The program features interviews with some of the biggest, most influential names in the sports-video business talking trends and topics that are making an impact on the industry.

Following an offseason unlike any other, the National Football League is now a full month into its regular season and video teams from across the league have executed one-of-a-kind operations game plans to get both their in-venue and digital content operations humming. Today on the show we take a deep dive into the video operations at two NFL franchises. We are joined by Pete Soto, VP, Fan Experience/Executive Producer, Bolt Productions at the Los Angeles Chargers and David Schindler, Senior Director/Executive Producer of Event Presentation and Production at the Tennessee Titans. Both are veterans of the industry who will share their experiences building in-venue shows for this season's unique stadium environments and also break down what they learned from an offseason that required everyone to get creative in how they created and distributed content for their fanbases. This episode of The SVG Podcast is supported by Ross Video. The Unified Broadcast Solution from Ross Video offers sports fans a truly engaging broadcast experience and the addition of PIERO Live Down & Distance takes it to yet another level. With PIERO Live, you can quickly and easily deliver the features that fans and sponsors have come to expect from a football broadcast – First Down lines, Red Zone markers, advertising logos and more! To learn more visit rossvideo.com/Piero. The SVG Podcast is for the sports-video–production professional looking to keep up with the latest in sports-video–production operations and technology. The program features interviews with some of the biggest, most influential names in the sports-video business talking trends and topics that are making an impact on the industry.