For the fourth-annual edition of the League Technology Summit, SVG has upgraded the program with more panels, more sessions, and more exhibitors. Bigger than ever, the fourth edition of the LTS is once again dedicated to helping attendees learn the latest trends, technologies, and techniques in sports broadcasting, production, and distribution. Registration is now open for the two-day event, held December 14-15 at the New York Hilton Hotel. Click here to register now!
LTS kicks off on December 14 with the Remote Production Engineering Workshop. Join leading remote production professionals, production truck vendors, and equipment manufacturers for a lively afternoon of discussion centered around major product categories. What are today’s remote production professionals looking for in terms of features and capabilities? What is the current product landscape? And how are the products being future proofed to meet future needs? This event will take place from 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.
The full-day Summit begins in earnest at 9 a.m. on December 15. Up first on the docket:
9:00-10:00 – Remote Sports Production 2009: Surviving Tough Times
The year of 2009 will be remembered for economic challenges that called for leaner sports productions, more efficient use of equipment, and smaller crews. But viewers tuned in to watch their favorite events in record numbers, showing that in lean times, viewers need sports and deserve a quality production. Leading executives from TV networks and remote production unit vendors will discuss the current state of the sports production industry and where it is headed.
Featuring:
Jon Slobotkin, Comcast SportsNet, VP, Executive Producer
Tom Cox, Director Remote Operations, Turner
Patrick Sullivan, Game Creek Video, President
10:00 -10:30 – Broadcast-Friendly Venue Design Technology Update
A number of professional and college sports venues for the NFL, NBA, and Major League Baseball are in the midst of rebuilds, whether completely new buildings or renovations. New buildings, however, mean new challenges for broadcasters as there are new camera positions, new parking areas, and new infrastructures. How can broadcasters and venue owners and designers work more closely to prevent costly retrofits and alterations? And what technologies can venues deploy to ensure they are future proofed to meet the needs of broadcasters?
Featuring:
Ken Aagaard, CBS Sports EVP Operations and Production Services
Russell Gabay, MLB International, VP and Executive Producer
Robert D Jordan, CFE, Vice President Design and Construction, New Meadowlands Stadium LLC
10:45-11:45 – IT and the Future of Remote Sports Production
Today’s remote production units increasingly resemble massive computers on wheels, with video servers, software, and computer chips at the center of operations. How are these technologies changing workflows? What are the challenges for live production in an IT world? And what are the benefits?
Featuring:
Don Colantonio, ESPN Senior Director, Original Entertainment-Media Packaging
Jason Cohen, HBO Sports, Director of East Coast Productions
Tom Sahara, Turner Sports, Senior Director, IT and Remote Operations
Susan Stone, MLB Network, Vice President of Operations
11:45-12:30 – Bridging the Gap: The Merging of IT and Broadcast Engineering
IT and broadcast engineering were once two distinct sciences that attracted two distinct personalities. But the two sciences are converging in sports and broadcast facilities across the country, introducing new challenges and opportunities. What are the best ways to integrate IT and Broadcast Engineering Departments?
Moderated by: Mark Haden, MLB Network
Featuring:
Steve Hellmuth, NBA EVP, Operations and Technology
John Leland, Origin Digital, VP of Global Media Operations
Chuck Pagano, Executive Vice President of Technology, Engineering and Operations
1:30-2:15 – World Cup Preview
In 2010, broadcasters from around the world will once again use cutting-edge technology to bring soccer fans around the globe closer to the action than ever. Leading broadcasters from around the world discuss their plans for covering the World Cup in a cost-effective manner without cutting the quality of the broadcast.
2:15-3:00 – Producing and Directing 3D Sports
Live sports has entered the third dimension but the big question is how will it need to be produced and directed differently to satisfy a 3D audience? More importantly, how closely aligned can the production be with the 2D production to minimize costs and effort?
Featuring:
Anthony Bailey, ESPN, VP of Emerging Technologies
Jerry Steinberg, Fox Sports, SVP, Field Operations
Phil Orlins, ESPN X Games, Coordinating Producer
3:30-4:30 – View from the Front Bench: New Tools for Producers, Directors
The front bench continues to be the hot spot for any sporting event production and directors are always on the hunt for new toys and techniques to add sizzle that keeps viewers coming back. A panel of top producers and directors discusses how they approach their craft and what techniques and technologies are changing the look of today’s sports broadcasts.
Featuring:
Bob Fishman, CBS Sports producer
Sam Flood, NBC Sports, Producer
Bill Webb, SNY, Fox Sports
This year’s event will once again be held at the New York Hilton Hotel on 6th Avenue and 53rd Street. League Technology Summit attendees are eligible for a special discount hotel rate of $249 per night. To take advantage of this special offer call 1-800-HILTONS (445-8667) and ask for the “Sports Video” group rate. Book early as once our hotel block is full the rate climbs to $349 per night!
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