TAG Video Systems Offering 3-Part OTT Webinar Series

TAG Video Systems has added a three-part series to its IP Academy 2021 webinar line-up. The provider of SW, IP, COTS/cloud, probing, monitoring and multiviewing solutions for all four of the major broadcast applications (live production, playout, transport/delivery and OTT) is tackling OTT, from an overview to the technical details to setting it in motion. The series debuted on March 3 and is available as a recording online, with two more sessions scheduled for April 6 and May 5. Click here for additional information and to register.

“OTT has exploded, and while it might seem obvious why it’s so popular right now, there’s quite a bit of history behind the scenes,” said Kevin Joyce, TAG’s Zer0 Friction officer. “Our newest webinar series will give you a complete picture of OTT, including its technical evolution and the pieces needed to take television and movie production and “turn it into” OTT. You’ll also get a solid look at its business model and how to apply it.”

Following are descriptions of the series and session schedule. The live links will lead you to more information and registration.

The Road to OTT

Host – Paul Briscoe, Chief Architect — This series, hosted by TAG’s Chief Architect, Paul Briscoe, provides a complete picture of OTT, including its technical evolution and the pieces needed to take television and movie production and “turn it into” OTT. These sessions also offer a solid look at the OTT business model and exactly how to apply it.

March 3 — 11 a.m.

Shortcut: Understanding OTT — While we might wish we could just push a television stream into the internet and have it work flawlessly, it’s not so simple. Host Paul Briscoe will delve into what’s wrong with the internet from a media point of view and exactly what you need to know about OTT. TAG’s shortcut to understanding OTT is designed to help attendees right now!

April 6 — 11 a.m.

OTT, Technically Speaking — What pieces do you need to take today’s television and movie production and “turn it into” OTT? Host Paul Briscoe will do a deep dive into the architecture of OTT, including the various elements needed, and how everything connects.

May 5 — 11 a.m.

OTT in Action — Join TAG on 5 May to discover a whole lot more about the OTT business model, the real difference between VOD and live, and where we’re all headed. Host Paul Briscoe will cite practical real-life examples and market data that will help attendees to implement OTT immediately.