How NFL Game Audio is Produced: Equipment, Crew Roles, and Technological Evolution
Uncover the secrets behind the immersive audio experience of NFL broadcasts. This comprehensive guide explores the evolution of audio mixing from analog to digital, the essential equipment and roles involved, and how technological advancements like 5.1 surround sound and Dolby Atmos have transformed NFL game audio.
Leadership Lessons from WEEI's Latest Shake-Up
WEEI’s frequent lineup changes provide a valuable opportunity to explore essential leadership lessons. From strategic vision to effective talent management, discover how these insights, grounded in leadership theory and expert advice, can guide both executive and front-line leaders in navigating the challenges of today’s competitive media landscape.
Comprehensive Guide to Intercom Systems: From Analog to Digital and Beyond for Audio Professionals
Explore the essentials of intercom systems for audio and broadcast, including two-wire, three-wire setups, and the impact of TCP/IP technology. Perfect for sports broadcasting and live productions.
How to be a Frontline Manager in the Broadcast Industry.
Do you know what the ten roles of a frontline manager in broadcast are? This article breaks it down for you, and explains how each role contributes to a successful team in the broadcast industry.
Want to be a Better Broadcast Audio Mixer? 6 Traits of Top Engineers.
What makes a good broadcast audio mixer? Whether you are just starting or a veteran engineer, every mixer asks themselves if they are at the top of their game. It's natural to compare ourselves to our colleagues, but how do you know who the top mixers are? Some mixers went to college for audio, and some did not. So, what makes somebody good? So, let's look at common things with top broadcast audio mixers.
Netflix to Move to a Tiered Subscription Model
Spencer Newman, Netflix's CFO, hinted at the possibility of ads on their platform. This announcement seems to be in response to Disney's introduction of a lower-priced subscription that includes advertisements in March 2022. However, one must look at this as a return to traditional advertisements broadcast only on a different platform. This advertisement model is similar to what cable companies have used for decades: pay for premium channels with no commercials (HBO) and the general subscription for other programming with commercials.