by John C. Morley, Independent Producer
Virtual sets are revolutionizing media production and they’re changing how TV shows, films, and events are created. This article, explores virtual sets, how they differ from traditional production methods, and why they’re becoming essential for modern broadcasters and filmmakers.
Posted: April 23, 2025 by Doug Seidel
JAG’s Annual Conference 2025: Technology Events
The JAG Conference Committee has finalized all the panel sessions and roundtables. For details visit: https://jagconference.com
Posted: April 23, 2025 by Doug Seidel
Legislative Update April 2025: News from Trenton & Washington, DC – Changes in the FCC
For 25 years, the Jersey Access Group (JAG) has kept a watchful eye on bills both nationally and statewide that might be an issue for our municipalities and PEG channels throughout New Jersey. But, JAG really started to be legislatively wise in 2011 when JAG mobilizes its membership within 24 hours to combat state legislation that would eliminate the requirements for telecom providers to care about or support community media.
Posted: April 22, 2025 by Doug Seidel
Your Participation is Requested
by Geffrey Belinfante, Chair External Relations
There are lots of reasons to attend this year’s JAG Conference and many of them are detailed in this newsletter, but I want to point out some elements that might also be of interest to our JAG members, but they will only be as good as you the members make them—that’s the four roundtables that need your participation.
Posted: April 22, 2025 by Doug Seidel
Behind the Pixels: The Rise of Virtual Sets in Broadcasting
by John C. Morley, Independent Producer
Virtual sets are revolutionizing media production and they’re changing how TV shows, films, and events are created. This article, explores virtual sets, how they differ from traditional production methods, and why they’re becoming essential for modern broadcasters and filmmakers.
Posted: April 22, 2025 by Doug Seidel
Spotlight: I’m an Independent Producer
by Richard Christopher Scuderi, 52 & Blue Productions
My name is Richard Christopher Scuderi. I fell in love with television at age 5 and always knew that’s what I wanted to do with my life. When it was time for college, I looked for a school that had a strong television program and its own station. Television production was much harder than I thought. Timing was crucial and there was a lot of pressure to be perfect
Posted: March 24, 2025 by Doug Seidel
Spotlight: North Brunswick – New Era begins at North Brunswick TV with new and improved Control Room.
by Craig Yetsko, Station Manager, North Brunswick TV A new era for North Brunswick TV began last summer with the completion of a project that included major improvements to the control room and a new sound system for the Municipal Building Courtroom and Council Meeting Room. The origins of this transformation began in 2021 as …
Posted: March 24, 2025 by Doug Seidel
Essential Guide to Video Frame Rates and Conversion Tools
Whether you’re a seasoned video producer and director like myself or just starting, having the right tools is essential for creating high-quality content. I’ve been a long-time fan of both the free and pro versions of DaVinci Resolve, but sometimes, you need to convert video or audio formats quickly and may not have all your professional tools at your fingertips.
Posted: March 24, 2025 by Doug Seidel
JAG’s Annual Conference 2025: Sessions & Roundtables
The JAG Conference Committee has finalizing eight sessions for the Production/Management Symposium on the second day of the conference. Four of these will be panel presentations by industry professional and four will be roundtables that include both JAG members and vendors.