As many of us reflect on our nth IBC this year, for some it was the first time experiencing the event. Among them were IABM’s Bursary winners – ten lucky students from universities in the UK, France and Germany who were selected to receive the sought-after award. Their travel, hotel and Delegate Pass were all paid for, along with a daily stipend for food and drink during the four-day event. We’ve gathered together some of their thoughts and reflections on IBC this year to gain a different perspective.
Broadcast Solutions – Driving success through company values
The idea of a statement of company values is nothing new. It’s been around for 30 years, since Jim Collins and Jerry Porras published their book Built to Last in 1994, proposing a set of principles called core values.
IABM Student Bursary scheme – 15 years of fostering new talent for the Broadcast and Media industry
Now in its fifteenth year, the IABM student bursary scheme offers students from some of Europe’s top Media technology courses a Delegate Pass to IBC in Amsterdam.
At IBC24 students from RheinMain University in Wiesbaden, Solent University in Southampton and L’Université Polytechnique Hauts-De-France Valenciennes will once again have a chance to experience everything IBC has to offer – from wandering the many Exhibitor Halls to attending conferences.
Over 100 students have benefitted from the scheme since its inception, with travel, hotel and daily expenses covered by the IABM, together with close mentoring from the IABM team throughout the event to ensure they get the most out of the experience.
Postudio – Driving new talent and inclusivity in post-production
Back in the 80s as a young boy, I witnessed what was the prevalent Business Model of the era – The Manufacturer Model – i.e. when necessity was the mother of invention. Busier families with less cooking time needed Instant noodles, pagers (yes, those antiquated things) when you needed to be reached urgently, Sony Walkman because you needed music when you walked/ exercised or were on long flights.
Pixotope – Educating the innovators: nurturing the next generation of talent in virtual production
The world of media production is evolving at an unprecedented pace, bringing with it a variety of new opportunities and challenges. In particular, the adoption of virtual production technologies has skyrocketed, driven by groundbreaking use cases ranging from Hollywood blockbusters like The Mandalorian to immersive sports broadcasts, such as Nickelodeon’s “Nickified” NFL games. This surge has resulted in an increased demand for high-quality live VFX-heavy content that modern audiences have come to expect. At Pixotope, we are confident that virtual production has become a cornerstone of general media production. To enhance this vision, however, it is essential that there is the continued development of a workforce that is well-equipped and eager to embrace these advancements and nurturing the next generation of talent in virtual production is crucial. The rapid evolution of virtual production brings with it a demand for skilled professionals who can navigate and innovate within these advanced workflows. Right now, due to the exponential adoption and development of this technology, there is a talent shortage within the industry that poses a critical barrier to fully capitalizing on these advancements.
Moments Lab – Diversity and Inclusion to fuel Innovation in the media, entertainment, and broadcast industry
In recent years, we have seen businesses across many sectors re-evaluate their workplace to create a more diverse and inclusive environment for everyone. This initiative is crucial for all industries, and the media, entertainment, and broadcast industry is no exception. Historically a male-dominated space, it remains unbalanced to this day. However, change is happening, and there is cause for hope as the industry looks to become more diverse in terms of gender, disability, ethnicity, and more. Encouraging this shift is vital to creating and maintaining an environment where everyone feels valued, included, and represented. By fostering diversity and inclusion, companies in the media, entertainment, and broadcast sector can not only enrich teams with a variety of perspectives and experiences, but also create a more equitable and welcoming workplace for all.
Mediaproxy’s Erik Otto on diversity, team-building and “securing your future growth”
Recruiting the finest potential talents from the greatest range of backgrounds is really a ‘no-brainer’ when it comes to building a winning team, suggests the CEO of compliance software innovator Mediaproxy
Josh Arensberg elected new Chair of the IABM Members’ Board
Josh Arensberg was elected Chair of the IABM Members’ Board in July this year. We asked him to share his vision for where he sees IABM – and our industry – heading.
P.O.S.T SCHEME CASE STUDY From famine to feast: How accelerated training is helping to alleviate the shortage of post-production talent.
From famine to feast: How accelerated training is helping to alleviate the shortage of post-production talent.
Fernanda graduated in 2020 with a degree in Film Production. She spent the next year producing social media content for her mum’s small business. James studied film and media at college but ended up working in kitchens while trying to break into audio editing. Stories like these are common as during the pandemic the development of junior entrants in the post-production industry practically ceased altogether. So, when the sector bounced back and the volume of post-production work increased, the absence of junior talent moving up through the ranks over the last two years contributed to an industry skills shortage, with post houses left scrambling for staff.
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