David Davies
David Davies has been a freelance journalist and editor for two decades, specialising in broadcast, music, AV and green technologies. He is a regular contributor to IBC 365, Installation and FEED, and a long-time writer for several content agencies, focusing on issues including media technology and sustainability. He has also written longer-form content, including technical white papers, for leading broadcast and audio manufacturers.
Industry TrendsFocus on retention as generational differences intensify
Broadcast organisations and vendors are having to put more emphasis on retention of talent as millennials evince a diminished desire to stay at any one company for an extended period, writes David Davies.
Industry TrendsAAPA: Tougher legislation needed to combat the ‘rise of digital theft’
As the Audiovisual Anti-Piracy Alliance issues its inaugural five-year manifesto, Executive Director Miruna Herovanu tells David Davies about the need for fresh measures to tackle problems such as live content piracy.
Daily NewsUMS set to showcase tech innovation & leadership across MENA
One of the largest media conglomerates in the Arab region, United Media Services (UMS) is to showcase its latest achievements in terms of harnessing technology, reaching new audiences and competing with rivals in its session today (15 September) on the Showcase Theatre.
Executive InterviewsTim Richards: outgoing IBC Chairman reflects on a decade of “phenomenal” industry innovation
As he announces his departure from the role of IBC Chairman, Tim Richards contemplates a decade of rapid technological change, the challenges posed by the Covid-19 pandemic, and the enduring strength of the IBC team.
Industry TrendsIBC Technical Papers: AI, XR and media provenance among the 2024 highlights
In the second of two articles about the IBC’s long-running Technical Papers Programme, David Davies looks at some of the prominent technologies and topics among the 2024 submissions.
Industry TrendsIBC Technical Papers: Inside the workings of the committee and conference
In the first of two articles about the IBC Technical Papers Programme, David Davies explores the workings of the committee which oversees the annual proposal and presentation processes, as well as some notable highlights from recent years.
Executive InterviewsIBC Conference: Beating fake news - inspiring trust in the age of disinformation
In a year of momentous elections and tumultuous events globally, audiences must be confident they are accessing trustworthy news and information. IBC365 speaks with CBS News’ Executive VP Ross Dagan on combatting “one of the biggest threats to our existence”.
Executive InterviewsIBC Conference: How to ensure AI models “produce trustworthy, unbiased and accurate results”
ITV’s Head of Data Capability Hardeep Dhaliwal explains how media companies can ensure their AI solutions get the data required to produce optimum results.
Industry TrendsProAV: How corporates are leveraging streaming and socials to deliver high-impact content
The democratisation of pro-grade production technology and access to high-quality streaming has prompted a massive step-change for the quality and impact of corporate media, writes David Davies.
Industry TrendsSkills and training: live sport tech roles evolving as automation advances
As a long-term pacesetter for the use of new broadcast technology, it’s to be expected that the industry-wide skills gap is especially acute in live sports, writes David Davies.
Industry TrendsAdventures beyond stereo: perfecting the immersive audio mix
How do audio engineers develop an expertise in surround mixing and what are the elements that characterise a great immersive mix? David Davies speaks with the best ears in the business to discover more.
Industry TrendsBehind the Scenes: After the Flood
Set in a fictional British town hit by devastating flooding, a timely new ITV1/ITVX mystery thriller generated some very specific challenges for the production crew, writes David Davies.
