Creating a High-Quality, Efficient Visual Radio System Without Breaking the Bank - $15
Date: March 21, 2025Topics: 2025 BEITC Proceedings, Making Radio Better Than EverThe evolution of radio broadcasting has been remarkable, with significant technological advancements shaping the way we consume media. From its humble beginnings as an audio-only medium, radio has transformed into a dynamic and interactive platform, incorporating visual elements to enhance the listener experience. The integration of video into radio broadcasts, commonly known as “visual radio” has created new opportunities for broadcasters to engage audiences. However, building a high-quality visual radio system need not come with a prohibitive price tag. With thoughtful planning and the right technology, it’s entirely possible to create a cost-effective visual radio system that delivers professional results.
Fabio Gattari, Alex Gattari | Etere | Singapore
Creating and Implementing AI-Powered Conversational Search to Drive Viewer Engagement - $15
Date: April 3, 2024Topics: 2024 BEITC Proceedings, Application of Large Language Model (LLM) in MediaIn the past year, Generative AI has transitioned from a novel technology to a pivotal tool in media and entertainment, shifting the focus from its initial promise to its practical application in solving industry-specific challenges cost-effectively. Amidst expectations for the global artificial intelligence market to surpass $2.5 trillion by 2032 [1], early adoption and strategic technology planning are essential for media and entertainment (M&E) providers aiming to capitalize on AI marketplaces and applications that attract and retain audience engagement. This paper presents a technical demonstration of how broadcast and streaming services can swiftly integrate Generative AI to enhance consumer search and discovery, addressing the inefficiencies and frustrations with current systems. By utilizing Large Language Models (LLMs) for conversational search, the proposed solution speeds up content discovery and becomes more accurate over time by learning from interactions. Unlike traditional AI approaches that rely on limited metadata, our method leverages the vast information available on the web, allowing for richer, voice-command-driven search experiences. The demonstration will cover the technical integration within existing streaming infrastructures, highlighting the role of content management systems (CMS) in processing voice commands and facilitating web-based searches, thus offering a glimpse into potential future applications such as personalized highlight reels and AI-generated content.
Naveen Narayanan | Quickplay | Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Creating and Maintaining a Statewide EAS Monitoring Service - $15
Date: April 26, 2020Topics: 2020 BEITC Proceedings, Advanced Emergency AlertingLarry Wilkins | Alabama SECC | Birmingham, AL USA
Current HDR Drama Productions and Approaches to Parallel SDR/HDR Production Workflows - $15
Date: April 26, 2020Topics: 2020 BEITC Proceedings, Managing HDR and SDR ContentOn December 1st of last year, NHK launched UHDTV broadcasting service, and we have been serious about producing some 4K/8K HDR content such as drama series, sports-related content as well as entertainment. Regarding drama series, each work has its own gamma curve matched to 3D Look-up table. On top of this, using the ?simultaneous conversion? method from 4K-HDR to 2K-SDR during the parallel HDR/SDR production produces optimal video levels and color balance. NHK?s first 4K-HDR annual historical drama series titled ?Idaten? also uses this method to simplify its production and editing workflows. Making full use of HDR production and parallel HDR/SDR production at the shooting location helps us achieve optimal video management and conversion methods. In addition, for entertainment-related programs, we are currently working on making ultra-high definition, wide-color gamut 4K/8K contents as well as parallel HDR/SDR content. In the parallel HDR/SDR production, video equipment settings and optimal workflows have been devised to achieve both accurate video level and colorimetry for 4K/8K HDR video and 2K SDR video. We are also proceeding with lighting verification workflows that combines both HDR and SDR through parallel production.
Kosuke Hara | NHK (Japan Broadcasting Corporation) | Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, Japan
Cyber Hygiene - Protecting Content in a Work-From-Home Environment - $15
Date: October 9, 2021Topics: 2021 BEITC Proceedings, Mitigating Facility Risks - Cyber & Physical2020 created new challenges in media production. @Home is now Work from Home AND Cyber Security (technology) and Cyber Hygiene (Best Practices) in an IP world are critical and have new meaning.
Gary Olson | GHO Group LLC | New York, New York, United States
Cybersecurity For Operators, Broadcasters and Suppliers: Key Areas of Focus - $15
Date: April 26, 2020Topics: 2020 BEITC Proceedings, Cybersecurity for BroadcastThe media supply chain is extensive and many companies and organisations can be involved at different points as an original concept is developed and progressed towards a deliverable production. The level of awareness of cyber security issues within those organisations can vary, from extensive down to limited making the process only as strong as the proverbial weakest link in the chain.
In this talk we look at the key stages in the supply chain:
– Media Production
– Media Distribution
– Media ConsumptionFor each we examine the key areas of vulnerability (illustrating with real-world examples) and the security countermeasures that need to be invoked. We take a holistic approach where we consider the role of processes, technologies and people – the staff that work in these companies – in developing a robust cybersecurity strategy.
Johan Craeybeckx | Eurofins Digital Testing | Hasselt, Belgium
