Archive for October 21st, 2010

Florence Welch of Florence + The Machine performs at the 2010 VMAs with her SKM 5200 with a Neumann KK 105 capsule.
(Photo Credit: © 2010 Getty Images)

LOS ANGELES – October 21, 2010 – The nearly 12 million viewers of the 2010 MTV Video Music Awards, telecast from the NOKIA Theatre L.A. live in Los Angeles on September 12, saw Sennheiser microphones and wireless technology deliver much of the excitement at the celebrity arrival area, on the main stage, and across both the indoor and outdoor performance areas. The event showcased a mix of established artists and fresh faces, including Eminem, Rihanna, Paramore, Linkin Park, Florence + the Machine, Drake, will.i.am and Nicki Minaj, among many others. more

Episode Engine video transcoding software and Wirecast live webcasting software among top vote-getters as over 7,000 people cast 58,000 votes for products in 22 categories

Telestream, a leading provider of digital media tools and workflow solutions, today announced that Streaming Media magazine has named Episode Engine and Wirecast products as finalists in the Streaming Media Readers’ Choice Awards. Episode Engine video transcoding software made the short list in the Encoding Software over $1,000 category, and Wirecast live webcasting software made the short list in the Webcasting/Presentation Solution category. Winners will be announced during the Streaming Media West conference in Los Angeles on November 2. more

Dave Rat On Touring; Adam Levinson on “Hollywood & Games;� Ian Moore on dBs vs Blue LEDs

SAN FRANCISCO: In a continuation of a popular program inaugurated in 2007, The 129th AES Convention will offer attendees a series of three informative, timely and entertaining Lunchtime Keynote Presentations. Convention Co-Chair Valerie Tyler reports that, “Lunchtime Keynotes provide an opportunity for attendees to take a break from the hectic Exhibition Hall and concentration-intensive Workshops, Master Classes, Platinum and Educational programs and relax as acknowledged industry leaders provide the benefit of their years of experience in a quiet and informal environment. Last year’s Lunchtime Keynote’s benefited from extremely positive word of mouth, and we’re confident that this year’s program will draw appreciative audiences.� more

Chatsworth, CA – Digital connectivity solutions provider Gefen today announced its association with three leading digital content creation studios. Now Gefen and its resellers can supply a complete digital signage integration service, from start to completion, quickly and effectively. Those managing ongoing digital signage content now have access to award-winning graphics from some of the top designers working today. more

Industry Leading Facility Provides End-to-End Services to Prepare Series for Basic Cable Debut

(Burbank, CA) Visual Data Media Services – a leading provider of integrated end-to-end post production solutions and distribution for all media outlets – is helping Lionsgate’s hit series “Weeds” blossom on the TV Guide Network (TVGN). The critically acclaimed series made its basic cable debut on the network October 17, kicking-off with a six night “Weeds” marathon. Visual Data is providing end-to-end post production and management services to ready the series for rebroadcast; including editorial, captioning, audio, and digital file delivery. more

Grads Wally Pfister, ASC, Uta Briesewitz, Petra Korner, Darren Genet and Tommy Maddox-Upshaw Reflect on a Powerful Education and Their Careers

(Burbank, CA) Createasphere Entertainment Technology Exposition, the entertainment and media industry’s showcase for the latest trends and groundbreaking technology, will take place November 3rd & 4th, 2010 at the Burbank Marriott Convention Center. more

New Option Streamlines Graphics Creation with Automated Database Integration

Billerica, Massachusetts – Broadcast Pix™ today announced Fluent™ Rapid CG, a new option for its Granite™ and Slate™ integrated production systems, which streamlines the creation of data-intensive CG graphics. Rapid CG automatically integrates databases, RSS feeds, and custom actions like scorekeeping into templates for customized graphics with significantly less manual effort. more

Barclays Bank has launched two spots, “Narcissism” and “Uncertainty.” Created by independent San Francisco ad agency Venables Bell & Partners, the work continues to uphold Barclays’ message of substance and stability. “Narcissism” playfully mocks the perception that the typical banker is in love with himself – in contrast, Barclays bankers focus on their clients. “Uncertainty” builds off last year’s wildly talked-about TV commercial “Fake,” which positioned Barclays as a safe haven in a precarious financial climate. In this new effort, Barclays promises to be that same trusted and experienced partner as Wall Street gets back on its feet. Daniel Kleinman directed the spots with Cut + Run’s Eve Ashwell as editor. more

Grass Valley LDK 3000 multi-format HD camera

Creative Technology Group, a leading international supplier of specialist audio/visual equipment for the rental and staging of large corporate events, concerts, and televised sports and entertainment programming, has placed an order for 10 Grass Valleyâ„¢ LDK 3000 multi-format HD cameras to support the demand for affordable, high-quality HD acquisition among its growing client list.

With its exceptional performance for its price point and ability to use triax instead of fiber in the field, the LDK 3000 became the perfect choice for Creative Technology. more

Today, Donna Brodsky, Co-Chairperson of the Poppy Jasper Film Festival (PJFF), announced the acceptance of the following 46 films which will be screened at the festival November 12 – 14, 2010. Tickets will be available at www.poppyjasperfilmfest.org and Booksmart located at 80 E 2nd St, Morgan Hill, California. Additionally, two invited films will be shown during the Festival. more