
George Winslow
George Winslow is the senior content producer for TV Tech. He has written about the television, media and technology industries for nearly 30 years for such publications as Broadcasting & Cable, Multichannel News and TV Tech. Over the years, he has edited a number of magazines, including Multichannel News International and World Screen, and moderated panels at such major industry events as NAB and MIP TV. He has published two books and dozens of encyclopedia articles on such subjects as the media, New York City history and economics.
Latest articles by George Winslow

SBE Announces Ennes Education Trust Scholarships
By George Winslow published
Five scholarships were awarded to students pursuing careers in broadcast engineering

NJ PBS May Close Next Year
By George Winslow published
Federal and state funding cuts meant that WNET was unable to reach an agreement to continue managing the operation after June 30 of 2026

Amazon to Pay $2.5 Billion to Settle FTC Case
By George Winslow published
Agency had alleged that Amazon used deceptive methods to sign up consumers for Prime subscriptions and made it difficult to cancel the service, which provides free shipping and access to streaming video

IAB Lowers 2025 Ad Forecast Amid Tariff Turbulence
By George Winslow published
Social, CTV will still see double digit growth but linear TV will decline by 14% this year

NEP Group Acquires Seven Production
By George Winslow published
The deal expands its presence in the Middle East

NRB Urges FCC to Respect Free Speech
By George Winslow published
`If viewpoint-based suppression can be directed at mainstream broadcasters today, it could be directed at faith-based broadcasters tomorrow,” the group's president and CEO said

Return of ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’ Racked Up 19 Million Views on YouTube
By George Winslow published
Large online audiences could play a role in talks between ABC and station groups Nexstar and Sinclair, which are preempting the show in 23% of the country

Nagoya Broadcasting Network Selects Clear-Com for Studio Upgrades
By George Winslow published
The network has adopted the FreeSpeak II Digital Wireless Intercom System for its Studio A facility

Telemundo Studios Expands Production Of Alternative Mobile-First Content
By George Winslow published
It is developing new mobile-first vertical formats in a bid to redefine storytelling for the viewing habits of younger audiences

FCC Updates Agenda for Sept. 30 Open Commission Meeting
By George Winslow published
Items include a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking for the Quadrennial review of broadcast ownership regulations

Streaming Video Technology Alliance and UHD Forum Plan to Merge
By George Winslow published
The transaction isn’t done but the two boards have agreed to the idea
Ohio Valley Conference, ESPN Sign New Multi-Year Media Rights Agreement
By George Winslow published
The six-year deal includes coverage of games on ESPN's DTC services, networks and platforms with a minimum of 725 events available on ESPN+

SAG-AFTRA Foundation Taped ASG for Creation of Meryl Streep Center for Performing Artists
By George Winslow published
The systems integrator upgraded a screening room and consolidated various operations into a 15,000-square-foot center

CBS News Bay Area (KPIX) Expands News Coverage in Northern California
By George Winslow published
As a result of a partnership with KION, it will provide expanded local news and weather coverage to viewers in Monterey and Santa Cruz counties

Venture Technologies Slams Proposals for ATSC Sunset in FCC Filing
By George Winslow published
`ATSC 3.0 will not revive broadcast television in an era defined by streaming,' the station group said in a filing that paints a bleak view of broadcasting's future

Tegna Stations 9NEWS, My20 Will Air Nuggets and Avalanche Games
By George Winslow published
20 NBA games and 20 NHL games will air for free on the stations in the Denver market for the second straight year

YouTube, Disney, Netflix Remain on Top of Nielsen’s Media Distributor Rankings in August
By George Winslow published
Disney and Fox both increased their share of total TV viewing with the start of football season

UPDATED: Nexstar's ABC Affiliates To Preempt “Jimmy Kimmel Live!”
By George Winslow published
Nexstar joined Sinclair not airing the show's return on ABC on Sept. 23 but says it continues to have "productive" talks with Disney about the future

ABC Ends Suspension of `Jimmy Kimmel Live!'
By George Winslow published
The late night show will return to its regular schedule on Tuesday Sept. 23; Sinclair said it will continue to preempt the show
ESPN to Air 620+ College Hockey Games
By George Winslow published
The men’s and women’s college games will be available across its networks and streaming platforms

Corporation for Public Broadcasting Makes Final Community Service Grant Payments
By George Winslow published
As the agency prepares to shut down operations it is dispersing the remaining $7.1 million in grant funds

Analyst: Crackdown on Pharma Ads Will Have “Profound” Impact on TV
By George Winslow published
Pharmaceutical ads now account for 9% of TV advertising according to LightShed Partner’s Richard Greenfield and an even higher percentage of spots on evening newscasts
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