ST 2110, 4K, Cloud, and Hybrid Frameworks: The Future of Live Event Production
The 2025 SVG Venues & Teams Summit provided an enriching day of discovery and insight, held at the innovative Intuit Dome, the newly established arena for the NBA’s Los Angeles Clippers. Featuring a control room based on SMPTE ST 2110, a revolutionary double-sided halo board, and a design focused on enhancing fan experience, the venue served as the perfect backdrop for discussions on the technologies reshaping live event production and storytelling within venues.
Opening Thoughts and the Features of the Intuit Dome
The event commenced with Steve Reynolds, CEO of Imagine Communications, who emphasized the industry’s shift towards IP-driven infrastructures and enhanced venue experiences. The highlight of the morning, titled “Home at Intuit Dome,” featured the Clippers’ production team alongside BeckTV, revealing the sophisticated design and tools they utilized to develop this advanced facility, including 4K HDR workflows and a scalable ST 2110 backbone.
Venue Highlights: From NFL Innovations to NBA Productions
The Los Angeles Chargers then showcased their new content studio known as The Bolt, located in El Segundo. Jason Lavine, Chargers SVP of Brand Creative and Content, discussed how the studio has transformed the content team’s capacity to create high-quality, fan-focused content across various digital and social platforms.
Next, the spotlight shifted to the Indiana Pacers, where Emily Wright, Associate VP of Broadcast Engineering and Operations, and her team explained their transformation of Gainbridge Fieldhouse through the integration of ST 2110 technology, which has enhanced flexibility and the real-time fan experience.
Engaging Audiences: A Focus on Content and Creativity in L.A.
After a brief intermission, the focus returned to Southern California with a panel titled “L.A. Knows How To Party.” A vibrant group of producers from the Lakers, Galaxy, Angel City FC, and Ducks shared insights on merging digital storytelling with live venue entertainment to engage fans year-round, beyond just game days.
The enthusiasm continued with the “Lower Bowl Tech” session, where experts from Canon, Verizon, Telestream, Disguise, and Tata Communications discussed innovations in camera technology, connectivity, and creative tools that are transforming lower-bowl and concourse productions.
International Highlights: Cricket, Control Rooms, and the Olympics
The afternoon focused on international themes, exploring the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in New York State, which impressed fans during the 2024 ICC T20 Men’s World Cup. Engineering specialists from WJHW and PMY Group discussed the remarkable achievements that enabled the construction of a professional venue in just six months.
The keynote discussion centered on the 2024 Paris Olympics, where executives from RWS Global highlighted the operational excellence required to deliver fan experiences across 54 sports and 37 venues.
Concluding Discussion: The Future of Control Rooms
To wrap up the sessions, a discussion titled “The Future of Control Rooms” explored how technology leaders in venues are preparing for the future with innovations like 4K, IP, cloud, and hybrid infrastructures. Specialists from Grass Valley, Riedel, Key Code Media, Imagine Communications, and the Pacers shared their predictions for video production in both current and future venues.
Touring the Dome: A Closer Look
The event concluded with a guided tour of the Intuit Dome, showcasing its advanced control room and engineering facilities, followed by an engaging networking reception. As the day came to a close in Inglewood, it was evident that the Intuit Dome represents not just a venue but a model for the future of sports entertainment.
