WASHINGTON—Video makers, content creators and visual storytellers working at all levels—from enthusiast to expert—are preparing to attend the Video Show Wednesday, Dec. 4, and Thursday, Dec. 5, at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in the Nation’s Capital.

Offering more than 100 panels, presentations and sessions, the Video Show is built around 16 content streams covering topics from the future of video to business practices, news production, independent filmmaking, live events and weddings, podcasting, social media, sports production, military and government-funded video and more. A full schedule of sessions can be found here. The Studios and sessions are structured to provide a conversational, interactive experience for attendees.

Speakers scheduled to appear at the Video Show include experts from American University, Avid, AVIXA, AVNation, the Baltimore Ravens, CTA, DC Government, Defense Information School, DISH Network, ESPN, Henninger Video, Maryland Dept. of Natural Resources, NASA, National Park Service, PBS, Sinclair Broadcasting, Smithsonian National Zoo, SMPTE, Vimeo, Voice of America, Walters-Storyk Design Group, the World Wildlife Fund and more. For a full rundown on the content streams, with session descriptions and speaker rosters, visit the conference agenda page here.

In addition to the content streams, a range of added features will be available at the Video Show, including on-site VR and AR demos, book signings, live streaming, live podcasting, a visit by the C-SPAN interactive mobile bus, screenings of show-related content and more, as well as a number of networking opportunities.

Rounding out the Video Show’s offering is the hands-on exhibition space, which will boast the latest in production, post production, audio, image capture and lighting technology from almost 100 companies including Sony, Canon, AJA, Nikon and more.

"We’ve created a conference experience and exhibition that’s as informational as it is inspirational," says Content Director Cristina Clapp, "appealing to everyone from professionals working at the broadcast level to people working for small production companies to institutional and corporate users to independent production professionals… even enthusiasts.

"If you’re involved with video, we have training, experts and answers for you at the Video Show. We’re expecting people from across the Mid-Atlantic region to take advantage of this engaging, affordable learning opportunity."

Registration for the Video Show is free through Dec. 3, allowing access to the exhibitors and features on the show floor. At the door on Dec. 4-5, admission to the show floor rises to $25. A one-day Studio Access Pass, allowing admission to the content sessions, is $49, with a two-day Pass costing $75. Attendees can register now at the show’s registration site.

Videos make it easier to tell a story and sell a brand. Many organizations and businesses often contract for some video filming while at conferences and events when most of their critical stakeholders are in one place. But the success of that effort depends on a number of factors.

MiniMatters CEO Elissa Leif and President Barbara Haupt will provide cases from varied organizations that have filmed their events during their presentation “So You Want to Shoot Your Conference: How Do You Make the Most of It?” at The Video Show, a two-day event in Washington, Dec. 4–5. They will also offer tricks and tips for effective collaboration between organizations and videographers that make the most of conference and event filming opportunities.

The Video Show caught up with Leif and Haupt for just a minute ahead of the show.

The Video Show:Your company, MiniMatters, covers a variety of different areas of video production and training, as well as full-service communications and marketing. How does this all dovetail together, and does undertaking such a variety of work help you produce better results?

Elissa Leif: Over the past 10 years, video production has changed from a more specialized and isolated activity to one that is intimately connected with multichannel communications and marketing activities, event production and more. As a company, we’ve found that our strong understanding of the communications context for video and capacity to support our clients with video plus social media toolkits, writing, fundraising strategy, graphic design, etc., have helped us to find a solid and growing niche.

TVS:Your session at The Video Show is about video filming at conferences and events, and how to make the most of it. How do you see the demand for this type of video today, and have client expectations changed at all since you've been in this line of work?

Barbara Haupt: Video has become such an essential and effective communications medium that it’s natural that organizations want to take advantage of their biggest and most noteworthy events to gather footage that can be repurposed in a variety of ways. We are seeing a lot of demand from clients who want to repurpose content of different conference sessions and especially clients who want us to interview and film conference participants to create shorter pieces that can be used on YouTube, social media and in communications to last throughout the year.

The Video Show will feature more than 100 sessions on nine presentation stages, as well as a dedicated screening room, demo areas, streaming studio and dynamic exhibit floor. Want to hear more about this topic? Visit theThe Video Show websiteto learn more and register.

WASHINGTON D.C. (Nov. 24, 2019) — Attendees at The Video Show, coming up on Wed. and Thurs., Dec. 4 and 5, at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in the Nation's Capital, will be getting more than just an exciting, video-focused exhibit floor and a conference with over 100 sessions. 

A range of information-rich features will be available in addition to the show's slate of content sessions and its FREE exhibition of the latest in video production, post and audio gear (where companies including Sony, Canon, AJA, and Nikon will take part). For a full rundown on the content streams, visit the conference web site.

• C-SPAN's Bus, an interactive mobile exhibit and production studio, will be on site.

• Podcasting expert Eric Nuzum, video producer Amy DeLouise and America's Cup documentarian Gary Jobson will sign copies of their new books.

• TIVA-DC will live stream both days, and AVNation will be producing live podcasts from the show

• Live VR demos will be provided by studio Balti Virtual, while AR expert Stephen Black will share his groundbreaking work.

Anyone with a floor pass to the exhibit space – FREE if you register before Tuesday, Dec. 3 – will have access to a range of innovative features designed to enhance The Video Show experience and provide them with even more actionable insight and knowledge. 

One of the largest conferences and exhibitions on the East Coast, it promises to be a must-attend event for everyone from working professionals to serious enthusiasts.

C-SPAN is There!

Attendees can tour the C-SPAN Bus, an interactive, multimedia mobile classroom and production studio that travels the country, showcasing the network's public affairs programming and resources. The high-tech, interactive C-SPAN Bus comprises: 

• Access to an exclusive interactive experience available on 11 large-screen tablets featuring C-SPAN programming and myriad of political and educational resources.

• A smart TV and classroom area for conversations with students and teachers.

• A high-definition TV production studio for taped and live programming.

• A 360-degree video station featuring C-SPAN's unfiltered coverage of high-profile events and insightful, behind-the-scenes tours of U.S. landmarks.

• A D.C.-themed selfie station where visitors can share their Bus experiences through social media.

TIVA-DC's Live Streaming Studio

TIVA-DC, the Television, Interactive & Video Association of D.C., will be streaming live from the show floor throughout both days. TIVA-DC is a not-for-profit trade group formed to serve the needs of the growing DC-area production community, including Maryland and Virginia. With its focus on the fast-growing local market, TIVA offers a range of career growth opportunities, tech seminars, educational outreach, mentoring and award ceremonies. Attendees are invited to stop by their booth at the exhibition hall to get a tour of their streaming set-up or sign up to be interviewed.

Read more: The Video Show Lands In Nation’s Capital For Inaugural Conference

Book Signing With Podcasting Expert Eric Nuzum

Eric Nuzum, a veteran of NPR and Audible, co-founder of Magnificent Noise and a leading podcast consultant, has had a hand in launching more than 130 podcasts, including some of the most successful out there like “TED Radio Hour,” “Invisibilia,” “Where Should We Begin? with Esther Perel,” The Butterfly Effect” and “West Cork.” He'll be on hand both days to sign his brand-new book, “Make Noise: A Creator's Guide to Podcasting and Great Audio Storytelling.”

Book Signing With Producer and Educator Amy DeLouise

Video producer and author Amy DeLouise will be on site to sign copies of her new book, “Nonfiction Sound and Story for Film and Video: A Practical Guide for Filmmakers and Digital Content Creators (The Producer's Playbook).” Co-written with audio expert Cheryl Ottenritter, the book guides nonfiction storytellers in the art of creatively and strategically using sound to engage their audience and bring stories to life. 

Book signing With Sailing Pro, ESPN Commentator and Filmmaker Gary Jobson

Gary Jobson has spent 31 years with ESPN covering nine America's Cup events. During this time he's also covered six Olympics, produced many documentaries and competed in over 5,000 races. His TV work has won him Emmys, Telly's and an ACE Award, he's authored 19 books and he happened to be the tactician for Courageous, skippered by Ted Turner, when it won the America's Cup in 1977. A prolific lecturer, he'll be on site to sign copies of his books and will be presenting a special session.

Balti Virtual's VR Demos

The team from Balti Virtual (www.baltivirtual.com) will be hosting VR demos on the show floor on Wednesday, Dec. 4, and all attendees are invited to experience some of the VR projects they've completed. Balti Virtual has created VR experiences for such brands as Starbucks, Marvel, Hallmark, Under Armor, Budweiser and Stanley Black & Decker, and they understand the game-changing ability of this technology when it comes to commercial, corporate and government users. 

Artist Stephen Black's AR Demos

AR expert and author Stephen Black will be conducting demos throughout the show, and invites attendees to stop by his booth in the exhibition space to see what's possible with this fascinating technology. Black is an artist who's worked extensively in the areas of fine art, publishing and visual media, tapping AR and other new technologies to create content for broadcast and independent film. 

AV Nation's On-Site Podcasts

AVNation, the network for the audio visual industry, will be hosting a live podcast at The Video Show in Washington D.C. on Dec 4. Tim Albright, AVNation's founder, will be joined on stage by Megan A. Dutta, Content Director for Systems Contractor News, where they'll discuss the expo and current pro AV events. In addition to this session, AVNation will be podcasting from The Video Show exhibit floor, interviewing speakers, instructors, exhibitors and attendees. 

See Video Show Content in the Screening Room

Much of the content that's being discussed in The Video Show's content streams and studios will be available for screening in the conference's Screening Room, accessible to all attendees. In addition to a screening of the documentary 17 Blocks – whose filmmakers will be taking part in the Independent Film content stream – other video sources will include NASA, the National Parks Service, and World Wildlife Fund.

Connect with Your Colleagues

The Video Show represents an unparalleled opportunity for networking and making connections. A number of both national and local trade groups and associations will be on site and well-represented during the event, including SMPTE, TIVA-DC, AVIXA, WIFV, #GalsnGear and DDC. Attendees are invited to take full advantage of this unique gathering of industry leaders and influencers. 

Attendees can register now at The Video Show's registration page to save $25 and secure Early Bird rates for The Video Show's premium Studios. Registration for The Video Show is free through Dec. 3, allowing access to the 80+ exhibitors on the show floor. Early Bird rates for premium Studio content streams are $49 for a one-day Studio Access Pass and $75 for a two-day Studio Access Pass. At the door Dec. 4–5, registration for The Video Show goes up to $25, with one-day Studio Passes available for an additional $49 and two-day Studio Passes available for $75.

Media Contact and Press Registration: Anthony Vagnoni, avagnoni communications, 973-493-8736, anthony@avagnoni.com

Exhibit/Sponsorship Opportunities: Jackie Gospodinoff, jackie.gospodinoff@futurenet.com 

Speaker Opportunities: Cristina Clapp, cristina.clapp@futurenet.com

Meetings & Partnerships: Danielle Blanchette, Danielle.blanchette@futurenet.com

About The Video Show

A premier two-day event aimed at video professionals and enthusiasts alike, The Video Show encompasses every aspect of video and content creation, showcasing industry-leading brands and innovative tech startups and allowing attendees to discover and get hands-on experience with the latest gear and software. Serving the education, government, production, AV and broadcast sectors, as well as vloggers, online content creators and more, The Video Show also includes a robust program of seminars, live demos and masterclasses delivered by industry experts and inspirational speakers across 16 dedicated premium studios. The inaugural 2019 event takes place Dec. 4–5 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington D.C. Learn more at https://www.thevideoshow.com/.

About Future PLC

Future is a global platform business for specialist media with diversified revenue streams. Its Media Technology group comprises such industry- leading brands as TV Technology, Digital Video, Video Edge, Government Video, Broadcast Engineering Extra, Radio World, College Media Brief and other titles. Future's wider brand family also includes technology, games, music, home interest, hobbies and B2B, with brands like TechRadar, PC Gamer, Tom's Guide, Homebuilding & Renovating Show, GamesRadar+, The Photography Show, Top Ten Reviews, Live Science, Guitar World, MusicRadar, Space.com and Tom's Hardware. Its magazine portfolio titles also include Classic Rock, Guitar Player, FourFourTwo, Homebuilding & Renovating, Digital Camera, Guitarist, How It Works, Total Film, What Hi-Fi? and Music Week. 

https://www.futureplc.com/

What trends are in store for the professional video market in 2020? What do the economics of the industry tell you? As AVIXA’s senior director of market intelligence, it is Sean Wargo’s responsibility to research and provide insight into the pro-AV industry and what lies ahead.

Wargo will share the economics behind the ever-expanding visual side of AV and the opportunities for growth in his session “The Economics of Video” at The Video Show, a two-day event in Washington, Dec. 4–5.

The Video Show caught up with Wargo for just a minute ahead of the show.

The Video Show:Why should AV professionals care about economics?

Sean Wargo: Ultimately, the pro-AV industry provides goods and services to just about every underlying market in a given economy. Whether corporations or residential, these markets rely on AV technology to solve specific needs. As a result, the rise or fall of these markets can mean more or less available project work for an AV company. This rise and fall is exactly what economics measures and forecasts. So paying attention to economics can help provide an early warning system to potential changes in future demand for pro-AV products and services. GDP is an example of a metric to watch, as it summarizes the total economic activity within and across the globe. We’ll cover a bit about AVIXA’s take on GDP growth and the context it provides for our industry during our session.

TVS: What are the top three areas for growth in pro AV according to your research?

SW: Growth is an important distinction in pro AV because, looking forward, there is an important distinction between the largest areas and those that are growing the fastest. For example, right now the biggest solution area in pro AV is conferencing and collaboration at $38.6 billion globally. However, digital signage is growing faster and is expected to become the largest solution area by 2024, realizing compound annual growth of 5.8%. But that’s not all—performance/entertainment solutions, or the fixed installation of AV in venues like concert halls, houses of worship or corporate event facilities, are forecast to be the fastest growing over the next five years, rising by 8.9% on average per year. Security/Surveillance/Life Safety is another area of strong growth as country governments in particular invest in this type of infrastructure as part of smart-city initiatives.

The Video Show will feature more than 100 sessions on nine presentation stages, as well as a dedicated screening room, demo areas, streaming studio and dynamic exhibit floor. Want to hear more about this topic? Visit theThe Video Show websiteto learn more and register.

The internet has created another avenue for content creators to have their projects to present their works to viewers, but it still requires more than just uploading it and waiting for the views to make it go viral. A number of platforms provide a home for videos, be the a few seconds or feature length, but finding the right one is key.

Derick Rhodes is a vice president of marketplaces at Vimeo, one of the leading online video platforms. At this year’s Video Show, which takes place Dec. 4-5 in Washington D.C., he will take part in a session discussing alternative distribution methods for independent films, but we caught up with him to learn a little bit more about what separates Vimeo from some of its online video peers.

The Video Show:What are some of the biggest differences between what Vimeo offers creators compared to other online video platforms like YouTube?

Derick Rhodes: Vimeo has always been synonymous with quality - from the quality of the work we feature via our Staff Picks program, to the encoding standards and commercial-free space we provide for filmmakers to share their work. For video makers serious about quality, Vimeo provides a set of tools that enable several areas of options distinctly different from YouTube.

One of the most important is control: We offer advanced privacy settings and the ability to publish your work to multiple platforms (yes, including YouTube!) simultaneously. Creators using Vimeo don’t have to worry about ads diluting the experience. Another of these is Review Pages and workflow tools. With Review Pages, video creators can get real-time feedback from collaborators in real time.

TVS:With a stated global community of creators of more than 90,000,000, how does Vimeo support them when it comes to sharing their projects?

DR: Apart from the active community on our platform, Vimeo empowers creators by giving them a massive amount of flexibility, distribution-wise. Creators can monetize their work using our VOD platform, use Vimeo to power embedding on their website or simply use Vimeo to enable a smooth production workflow.

The Video Show will feature more than 100 sessions on nine presentation stages, as well as a dedicated screening room, demo areas, streaming studio and dynamic exhibit floor. Want to hear more about this topic? Visit theVideo Show websiteto learn more and register.

Government videographers and photographers alike often are called on to do great work on incredibly small budgets. But it isn't only government entities that need to keep costs down when producing content. We've all heard the "doing more with less" mantra. So where do you start?

Stephen Badger, a public affairs officer with the Dept. of Natural Resources for Maryland, knows a thing or two about creating content on a small budget as the only dedicated videographer and photographer for a massive state agency that manages multiple department units. How does he do it? Badger will share his insight, tips and techniques in the session “Production on a Government (Shoestring) Budget” at The Video Show, a two-day event in Washington, Dec. 4–5.

The Video Show caught up with Badger for just a minute ahead of the show.

The Video Show:How does a single dedicated videographer and photographer support a massive state agency that manages police, parks, forestry and other units?

Stephen Badger: In short, I do whatever is necessary to accomplish the agency's goals, but there are challenges, of course. One of my biggest hurdles is sourcing quality imagery. Over the years, the department staff has generated some solid resources—built on the backs of photo contests, historic archives, volunteers, colleagues and more.

I'm also quite grateful for the support of those not directly involved with media production. My work wouldn't be possible without collaboration from field personnel and the agency's communications team. Their assistance with access, scheduling, scripting, publishing and promotion is indispensable.

TVS:Working with a constrained budget is a daily reality for many who work in and around government media. Share a tip that might be of help, as a preview of your session.

SB: Be frugal. Buy only the tools you need for the job that's required. Prioritize versatility. A solid, mirrorless or DSLR might fall on the lower end of industry standards, but works quite well in a variety of applications.

The Video Show will feature more than 100 sessions on nine presentation stages, as well as a dedicated screening room, demo areas, streaming studio and dynamic exhibit floor. Want to hear more about this topic? Visit theVideo Show websiteto learn more and register.

Last year, 61% of the podcast fans who responded to a survey by Discover Pods reported they spent more time listening to podcasts than watching TV. According to the company’s Podcast Trends Report 2019 that number has climbed to 66%. Also this year, 82.4% reported they listen to podcasts for more than seven hours each week.

Have you and your station or company considered podcasting as a way to reach a larger audience? How do you get a podcasting program off the ground? The Video Show, a two-day event in Washington, Dec. 4–5, 2019, will feature an entire track on the basics of podcasting.

The session “Podcast Studio Design: Necessities, Variations and Options,” presented by John Storyk, a founding partner of Walters-Storyk Design Group, is a great place to get started. He’ll discuss how the company’s expertise developed studios from the ground up for both Stitcher and Spotify’s Gimlet Media, answering the unique needs of professional podcasting.

The Video Show caught up with Storyk for just a minute ahead of the show.

The Video Show:Your presentation at The Video Show is a case study on how you designed multiple studios/production workspaces for two of the biggest names in podcasting—Stitcher and Spotify’s Gimlet Media. Is creating a facility for podcasting much different than, say, creating one for recording music?

John Storyk: Super question… in many respects, the process is identical to recording studio (content creation spaces) design. All the aspects of the process have to be addressed—programming, pre-design, schematic design development, value engineering (budget!) construction documentation, construction administration, final commissioning, etc.

Many of the acoustic issues in studio design are also the same, but some differences do exist.

1. Podcasting environments are mostly associated with the spoken word. In fact, in one respect this makes things a bit easier—limited frequency range for design considerations. However, a new issue exists when creating multiple room facilities (such as Gimlet and Stitcher). The multiple podcasting rooms need to sound virtually identical. This is not always the case in small-room design for studios (i.e. multiple vocal booths). We will discuss this in more detail at the symposium in Washington.

2. Typically, podcasting rooms are small and for some reason podcasting companies frequently do not allow quite enough space for all the rooms including well-isolated construction (thicker than average walls); door swings; ADA requirements; sound locks; etc.

3. Podcasting rooms need to be very quiet—NC 15 is our starting point—not too different than many studios, but there is little room for negotiation here.

These are just some of the issues. Always a challenge!

TVS:The podcasting world is rapidly changing and maturing, as evidenced, for instance, by the fact that Spotify purchased Gimlet in the middle of your project. Did your clients find their expected needs for the studios changed during the design process?

JS: Not sure at all how to answer this—both Gimlet and Stitcher are in new facilities that have not been operating that long. I cannot imagine any studio that, when it opens it doors, does not see something they would like to have done a different way. We have tried to future-proof both facilities. Time will tell.

The Video Show will feature more than 100 sessions on nine presentation stages, as well as a dedicated screening room, demo areas, streaming studio and dynamic exhibit floor. Want to hear more about this topic? Visit theVideo Show websiteto learn more and register.

WASHINGTON—Sports remains TV’s biggest draw and is often at the forefront of the latest broadcast and production technologies, so it’s only natural that it would get a spotlight as part of the 2019 Video Show. The Sports Production stream at the conference will talk with top sports producers about what it takes to provide a top-notch production no matter the field, real or virtual.

The series of sessions, which will all take place on Dec. 4, will kick off with a talk from Gary Jobson of Jobson Sailing, who will provide an insight into the perils of broadcasting in the middle of the ocean, discussing his experience covering America’s Cup, the Volvo Ocean Race and other marquee sailing events.

Following the U.S. women’s victory at last summer’s FIFA Women’s World Cup, IBM Aspera’s Jonathan Solomon will share how they handled remote production and livestreaming to bring the game action from France to fans all over the world.

The popularity of esports only seems to be increasing, and a panel of experts will discuss all of the things that make esports that latest sports craze, and what might be the next step. The panelists will include Trevor Williams, Capitol Underground Gaming; Benjamin “Noskills” Archie, Hashtag Arena; Josh Hafkin, Game Gym; and Cait McGee, 1HP Gaming.

Other sessions will dive deep into some of the production elements of live sports. Topics will include the growing capabilities of sports production at smaller colleges, high school schools and the minor leagues; the demands of the mobile unit market; and producing content for in-arena video boards.

For more information on the Sports Production stream, click here.

The 2019 Video Show will take place from Dec. 4-5 at the Washington Convention Center in Washington, D.C.

WASHINGTON—Taking place at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, D.C., from Dec. 4–5, The Video Show is a two-day educational event with more than 100 educational and informational sessions, and an exhibit floor with tutorials and demonstrations, all designed for video professionals and enthusiasts.

Debuting in the United Kingdom in 2018, The Video Show is produced by TV Technology’s parent company, Future Plc.

“We wanted to develop an event that was almost entirely content driven—offering sessions from more than 100 speakers focusing on 16 different areas critical to today’s video professionals,” said Johnny Sullens, Future’s head of events.

Those 16 areas of focus will be explored across eight stages with more than 100 sessions over the two-day conference and cover a variety of topics that are designed to satisfy attendees no matter what field they come from. The full schedule can be found at www.thevideoshow.com.

“More than anything, we really want to support the region’s creative community and help its members develop and evolve,” said Cristina Clapp, content director for the conference. “I’d like the show to teach anyone attending something—hopefully many things—new, useful, constructive, inspiring. We want everyone to leave each day with more skills, more knowledge, more expertise—and head into new projects better equipped.”

CONTENT IS KING

Video has become such an integral part of countless industries, and while the sessions each have their own unique focus, the goal is to have attendees take in any program and learn something that they can apply to their particular area of interest, be that sports production, independent filmmaking, social media or wedding videography.

The Video Show takes over as an expanded version of what was previously the Government Video Expo, so one of the conference content “streams” will focus on the government, military and public sectors and how its members utilize video.

“The people working in public sector jobs have particular needs to deliver their products and get ahead in their careers,” said Paul McLane, managing director of content for Future’s B2B Media Technology brands and coordinator of the Military/Government stream. “For instance, we’ll have a presentation on how a government videographer/ photographer for a massive state agency can produce great work on a small budget.”

With the White House just a few blocks from the convention center, Voice of America’s White House Bureau Chief Steve Herman will discuss its unique position as an editorial service that is an extension of the government; Herman will explain how his team balances those responsibilities.

There’s more to D.C. than just the government, however, and a series of sessions have been developed to highlight producing news and video in the city. Terry Scutt, content director at Future and coordinator for the Producing News and Video in D.C. stream, has lined up individual sessions that will cover local news production, best practices for creating political ads or videos, the waiver process for drone operators trying to enter “no-fly zones” and a profile of unique locations with the D.C. Office of Cable Television, Film, Music and Entertainment. But her personal favorite session satisfies the sweet tooth, as Michael F. Cormier, the director of photography for TLC’s “DC Cupcakes,” will give a behind-the-scenes look at the show filmed in Georgetown.

TECHNOLOGY OF THE FUTURE

Beyond the city limits of the nation’s capital, streams like the Future of Video will offer attendees some advice on how video can be expected to evolve in the coming years.

“Technology is changing all the time, so we’re bringing together as many experts as we can to address different aspects—whether it’s exploring new imaging formats, looking at how to manage 8K content or considering how 5G will impact video delivery,” said Clapp, who is serving as the session’s coordinator.

Other highlights of the Video Show will include a question and answer session with the filmmaking team behind the award-winning documentary “17 Blocks;” a session on the future of mobile journalism as well as a boot camp focused on some of the tricks of the trade; CreativeMediaMatter’s Gail McCabe will offer guidance on how to prepare and reduce stress when shooting solo; and the founder of PBS NewsHour’s Student Reporting Lab will be joined by students currently in the program and creating news for PBS stations.

“Honestly, each time we finalize a session, that’s my new favorite one,” said Clapp.

The exhibit floor will feature industry-leading brands and innovative tech startups so attendees can discover and get hands-on with all of the latest products and software from exhibitors such as AJA, Canon, ENCO, K5600, LAWO, Quantum and many more.

“This year the goal is to establish The Video Show as an exciting platform for the mid-Atlantic video community, and then going forward we really want to grow the event in all aspects—education, visitors, networking sponsors and exhibitors,” Sullens said.

You can get the chance to experience The Video Show yourself Dec. 4–5. For more information on the show or to register, visit www.thevideoshow.com.

WASHINGTON, D.C.—International media group and leading digital publisher Future PLC has announced the U.S. launch of The Video Show, to be held Dec. 4-5, 2019 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, D.C. Future PLC is the parent company of TV Technology, Creative Planet Network, B&C, Multichannel News and other major media technology B2B brands. 

As the Mid-Atlantic region’s biggest event for video professionals and enthusiasts, The Video Show encompasses every aspect of video and content creation, showcasing a multitude of brands alongside a dedicated program of seminars, live demos and masterclasses throughout eight premium Studios. The inaugural U.S. event follows the successful U.K. launch of The Video Show, which debuted earlier this year in March in conjunction with The Photography Show at The NEC in Birmingham. The U.K. event drew 32,000 visitors and 300+ brands, including top industry names like Blackmagic Design, Canon, Nikon, Sennheiser and more.

Aimed at attracting attendees from a broad range of industries including production, broadcast, streaming, online/mobile media, events, newsgathering, government, education, AV, and more, The Video Show will allow enthusiasts and professionals alike to get their hands on the latest gear, try out new techniques, and learn about different aspects of videography from some of the best names in the industry.

• Read more: Call for Video Show Speakers and Sessions

Participants can expect to see hundreds of sessions across multiple tracks in The Video Show’s eight premium Studios, each delivering its own unique content including panel discussions, tutorials, keynote addresses and presentations delivered by experts in their fields, including:

· Independent Filmmaking

· Live Streaming

· Sports Production

· Nature & Wildlife Documentary Production

· Mobile Newsgathering

· Corporate Communications & Internal Video

· Weddings and Live Events

· The Editing Suite

· Military, Government & Publicly Funded Video

· Podcasting

· Audio Visual

· 360 Video and Virtual Reality

· Social Video

· The Future of Video

· News and Production in Washington, D.C.

· The Business of Video

· Video Production Essentials

“We are absolutely thrilled to be bringing The Video Show to the United States,” said Jonny Sullens, Head of Events, Future. “Following on the success of the U.K. event earlier this year, we’re confident that The Video Show will become a must-attend video expo and conference for Washington, D.C. and Mid-Atlantic region video professionals and enthusiasts, as well many other visual storytellers, so they can remain at the top of their game.”

“In today’s rapidly evolving video production landscape, we’re excited to offer professional videographers a chance to get up close and personal with the best in the business,” said The Video Show conference director Cristina Clapp. “With eight specialized Studios of premium content focused on independent filmmaking, streaming, live events, sports production, web and mobile video, and the future of video and beyond, The Video Show has something for everyone.”

Register now at https://www.thevideoshow.com/begin to save $25 and secure Early Bird rates for The Video Show’s eight premium Studios! Registration for The Video Show is free through December 3, allowing access to the 80+ exhibitors on the show floor. Early Bird rates for premium Studio content are half-price: $24.50 for a one-day Studio Access Pass and $37.50 for a two-day Studio Access Pass. At the door December 4-5, registration for The Video Show goes up to $25, with one-day Studio Passes available for an additional $45 and two-day Studio Passes available for $75.