Expanding Sustainable Production Practices at Paramount
The filming process as a whole is resource-intensive. It takes a significant amount of energy and materials to build and operate sets, transport people and props, ensure a healthy and safe working environment, and meet the needs of all the people who work on set. To mitigate some of this impact, sustainable production guidelines have been in place at Paramount Pictures since 2013 and at Paramount Television Studios since 2014. These programs and initiatives keep evolving over time. In 2022, Paramount expanded its use of sustainable production guidelines and hired a dedicated employee to
How SCTE's Training Programs Are Fostering the Future Workforce of the Cable Industry
In the ever-evolving landscape of the cable industry, the Society of Cable Telecommunications Engineers (SCTE) plays a crucial role in preparing its workforce for the future. With a diverse membership base of over 20,000 professionals, SCTE focuses on providing technical training and certifications to equip individuals with the knowledge and skills needed to thrive in the cable industry. The organization hosts 60 nationwide chapters, and offers approximately 70 courses online and 13 certifications representing a range of industry competencies. In a recent interview with NCTA, SCTE's Robin
Insights from SCTE's Mark Dzuban: The Cable-Tec Expo's Role in the Industry
With the 40th annual SCTE Cable-Tec Expo currently underway in Denver, NCTA recently caught up with SCTE President and CEO Mark Dzuban, who shared valuable insights into the cable industry's ongoing transformation and the role of the SCTE Cable-Tec Expo in helping to shape its future. An Evolving Industry and Expo The collaboration throughout the industry is very unique, noted Dzuban, who started his career in cable back in 1968. "To survive, we’ve had to be agile, because technology moves so fast. So if you look at what Expo was in the very beginning 40 years ago, it was all of the technical
How the Cable Industry Powers the American Economy
With a national infrastructure that spans most of the country, combined with hundreds of thousands of workers who deliver a suite of digital services and create award-winning content that entertains, inspires and informs, the U.S. cable industry is a vital contributor to America’s economy by generating hundreds of billions of dollars in gross domestic product (GDP). Those conclusions come from an economic analysis recently conducted by Oxford Economics which NCTA commissioned. Cable's U.S. operations provide video and high-speed internet to 85% of U.S. homes and offer access to 200+ TV
'Dark Winds' and Indigenous American Representation on Screen
Indigenous Peoples' Day is a time to commemorate and celebrate the histories and cultures of Indigenous people across America, but cable TV networks strive to honor these communities year-round through their diverse storytelling on screen. Promising developments have emerged on TV over the past few years to increase the representation of Indigenous Americans and to tell their stories as authentically as possible. One of those developments includes FX Networks' comedy series, "Reservation Dogs," which broke the mold over its phenomenal three-season run. But another show, just renewed for its
Broadband Stats: Greening Network Equipment
Consumers continue to benefit from energy-efficient standards voluntarily set by broadband providers and manufacturers of small network equipment. Since the program began in 2015, the equipment used in homes around the country to connect to the internet has used less energy, saving consumers money and reducing emissions of greenhouse gasses.
The Cable Industry's Kaitz Dinner Celebrates 40 Years
The 40th annual Kaitz Dinner, hosted at the New York Marriott Marquis in Times Square, marked a significant milestone for The Walter Kaitz Foundation and the cable industry. The fundraiser event raised $1.1 million and brought together industry executives to celebrate four incredible decades of work fostering diversity and inclusivity across the media and entertainment landscape. The funds will be channeled into programs aimed at supporting leadership and professional development for women, diverse professionals, and students in the media and entertainment sector. A Lasting Legacy The Kaitz
Diversity Week: Championing Inclusion Throughout the Industry and Beyond
The cable industry's highly regarded Diversity Week kicked off earlier this week in New York City, bringing together industry leaders and changemakers to champion and advance diversity and inclusion throughout the media and entertainment landscape. This year, Diversity Week embraces the theme "We All Belong," reaffirming the industry's ongoing commitment to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace and promoting representation both on and off the screen. Steadfast Industry Diversity Advocates The WICT Network, dedicated to empowering and nurturing women leaders, and NAMIC, an advocate for
Cable TV Networks Are Amplifying Hispanic Heritage Month
Hispanic Heritage Month, observed from September 15th to October 15th each year, is a time to recognize and celebrate the rich cultural contributions and diverse history of Hispanic and Latino communities in the United States. Cable TV networks play a vital role in paying tribute to this vibrant heritage, bringing stories, voices, and entertainment to millions of nationwide viewers and hosting campaigns and initiatives that uplift and elevate Hispanic people. Here are just a few highlights of those projects currently underway as the month-long celebration kicks off, and as the industry
TV Stats: Consumers Benefit from a Competitive Marketplace
Today, TV viewers have a sea of options to watch whatever they want, whenever they want it. Traditional TV providers, streaming services, and more, offer entertainment at the touch of a screen, a far cry from the days of live TV viewing around a boxy TV set. The dramatic change in video options has ushered in an array of choices on a number of platforms.