Crown Audio to celebrate Sound Image with special award at InfoComm 2008.

ELKHART, IND – May 12, 2008 — In a remarkable milestone that speaks to the performance and road-proven reliability of Crown Audio’s I-Tech family of live sound amplifiers, tour sound superpower, Sound Image of Escondido, California recently passed the 5,000,000 watt mark in I-Tech inventory. In recognition of this landmark achievement, David Shadoan, President of Sound Image, will be presented with a specially-crafted award on the opening day of InfoComm 2008. more

Today, Blackmagic Design announced that it is the proud recipient of five awards at the recent National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) 2008 electronic media show. This is the fourth consecutive year that Blackmagic Design has been being recognized by post-production, broadcast users and the media for important innovation in video technology. more

Studio City, California (May 6, 2008) – William Shatner is currently working diligently at Studio City, California based Media City Sound, recording the “books on tape” audio track for his upcoming autobiography entitled Up Till Now.

One of Hollywood’s most recognizable and honored actors, Mr. Shatner’s hectic acting schedule is further augmented by his equally busy schedule spawned by his stellar reputation as one of the most in-demand voice over talents. With a voice recognized by millions worldwide, his has become the voice of authority indelibly etched on the consciousness of our culture. Mr. Shatner noted, “Media City Sound is the best place in town to record. If I’m not recording, that means I’m not at MCS.” more

Nod of excellence for the Class on Demand Adobe and Apple Training Products

Hoffman Estates, IL – May 2, 2008 - Class on Demand, a provider of professional educational products for creative markets, today announced they have won two 2008 Telly awards for their Class on Demand training titles; “Dreamweaver for Designers” and “Basic Training for Mac OS X Leopard”. This is the second consecutive year that Class on Demand has been recognized for the prestigious Telly Awards. more

Excellence in Post Production Technologies and Creativity Gala Set For November 6, 2008

May 1, 2008 (Hollywood, CA) The Hollywood Post Alliance has announced the Call for Entries for the Third Annual HPA Awards. This popular award show will take place on November 6th, 2008 when the gala evening event returns to the Skirball Cultural Center in Los Angeles, California. Launched in 2006, the HPA Awards acknowledge creative and technical excellence in the art, science and craft of post production. more

LAS VEGAS, NV, May 1, 2008 ― The RapcoHorizon Company (InfoComm, Booth C4009), a leading manufacturer of audio/video interfacing and cable equipment, has been designated a Certified AudioVisual Provider (CAVSP) by InfoComm International. more

IRVINE, Calif. — April 23, 2008 — Sonnet Technologies, a leader in providing local storage systems for professional users of Macintosh®, Windows®, and UNIX® systems in the film, video, and broadcast industries, today announced that the Fusion™ F2 portable two-drive RAID SATA storage system is a recipient of the celebrated NAB 2008 Best Choice Award, presented by the editorial staff of StudentFilmmakers magazine. Sonnet and other award winners will be recognized in the May 2008 edition of StudentFilmmakers magazine. more

MINNEAPOLIS, MN (April 22, 2008) – Vaddio, the leading manufacturer and OEM distributor of specialty PTZ cameras and high-end camera control systems used in the broadcasting, audio/visual and videoconferencing industries received this year’s Broadcast Engineering Pick Hit award at NAB 2008.

Broadcast Engineering’s Pick Hit awards are the industry’s longest-running product technology awards for broadcast and production. With a 14-year history, Pick Hits are the most prestigious awards given at NAB. A panel of independent judges toured the exhibition floor for three days, looking for innovative technology. Based on multiple criteria, including the technical and financial improvements products can bring to a facility’s operation, the Quick-Connect CCU proved a cut above the other 1,600+ exhibitors. more

LAS VEGAS — April 21, 2008 — Sonnet Technologies, a leader in providing local storage systems for professional users of Macintosh®, Windows®, and UNIX® systems in the film, video, and broadcast industries, today announced that the Fusion™ F2 portable RAID storage system is a recipient of the prestigious 2008 Black Diamond Award, presented by the editorial staff of DV magazine at the 2008 NAB Show. more

SANTA MONICA, CA, April 15, 2008 - Directed by Riess/Hill of GARTNER, the ‘Flex Your Power’ campaign promoting California’s statewide energy efficiency and conservation program showed its strength at the 2008 Los Angeles ADDY Awards.

The TV campaign, created via agency Brainchild Creative, won Gold independently and as part of an integrated multi-media campaign (TV, out-of-home, online). The “Legacy/Director’s Cut” spot was honored with a Silver in the online section as well. more