May 28-29, 2025
| Hyatt Regency Atlanta

EVENT PROGRAM

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Opening Keynote

8:30 am - 9:00 am (30 min) - (All times are in EST Time Zone)
HBCUGo Sports Workshop
Moderator:
Curtis Symonds, HBCUGO, President & Co-Founder

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Come Together: How HBCU Conferences and Schools Can Grow as One

9:10 am - 10:10 am (60 min) - (All times are in EST Time Zone)
HBCUGo Sports Workshop

How can HBCU's leverage their collective power in the world of education and athletics to work together, buy together, and raise the quality and quantity of sports content? How conferences work together and learn from each other…and how can those same lessons and efforts apply to individual schools as well?

Moderator:
Clyde Doughty, Bowie State University, Vice President for Intercollegiate Athletics & Recreation

Panelists:
Denisha Hendricks, Johnson C. Smith University, Director of Athletics and Visiting Associate Professor
Anthony Holloman Ed.D., SIAC Commissioner
Braque Talley, Alabama A&M University, VP of Student Affairs

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Break

10:10 am - 10:20 am (10 min) - (All times are in EST Time Zone)
HBCUGo Sports Workshop
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Developing a Sports Production Department: Why it Matters More than Ever in the Age of NIL and Social Media

10:20 am - 11:20 am (60 min) - (All times are in EST Time Zone)
HBCUGo Sports Workshop

There was a time when developing a sports production department would require large infrastructure builds for studios and production control rooms. But technology is advancing quickly and making it much easier to get started. We'll discuss how HBCU's looking to expand their content creation strategy can make sure they meet the needs of athletes, incoming students and athletes, and more without breaking the bank.

Moderator:
Justin Hall, HBCUGO, Media Manager

Panelists:
Orlando Arnold, Pyramid Sports & Entertainment Group, CEO
Adrian Ferguson, Fayetteville State University, Assistant AD for Media Relations
Eric Tabor, Albany State University, IT Audio Visual Systems Specialist II

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HBCUGo Production Master Class: Making the Right Moves

11:30 am - 12:30 pm (60 min) - (All times are in EST Time Zone)
HBCUGo Sports Workshop

A number of HBCU's have built out their sports content creation strategy and infrastructure and are making a difference. Learn from those who have built out successful programs that elevate their athletes, fans, and ultimately brand reputation. We'll spend some time discussing what it takes to cover arena and stadium sports properly and how to ensure your team makes the right hires and expenditures to develop a strong social media presence, event coverage, and more.

Moderator:
Nia Symone, HBCUGOtv, On Air Talent

Panelists:
Andrea Berry, Telemundo, EVP, Operations and Technology
Tre James, Production Rockstar Academy, Executive Director
Bryan Jenkins, Clark-Atlanta University, General Manager, CAU-TV
Bryan Rule, Game Creek Video, Engineering Director

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Closing Conversation / Networking

12:30 pm - 12:40 pm (10 min) - (All times are in EST Time Zone)
HBCUGo Sports Workshop
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Welcoming and Post-Tour Refreshments in Exhibit Area (Regency VI)

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm (60 min) - (All times are in EST Time Zone)
Wednesday, May 28

Returning from one of our exclusive tech tours in town? Just arriving at the hotel after your journey in? Join us in the exhibit hall for complimentary coffee, tea, and water and ease into this year’s show!

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Welcoming Remarks by Title Sponsor, Ross Video

3:00 pm - 3:10 pm (10 min) - (All times are in EST Time Zone)
Wednesday, May 28
Presented by:
Stefan Tribble, Ross Video, Project Manager / Solution Specialist, Sports & Live Events

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The NIL Effect: How the New Business of College Athletics Impacts Video Production

3:10 pm - 4:00 pm (50 min) - (All times are in EST Time Zone)
Wednesday, May 28

There’s no denying that college athletics is being dramatically altered by the era of name, image, and likeness (NIL), but what does it mean for our world of video production and distribution? How are internal content creation departments evolving to better support the athletic department and its student-athletes? How is content creation a more critical piece of recruiting? What are best practices for content sharing between athletic departments and student-athletes? How does this impact our live broadcasts and in-venue shows? This show opening panel breaks it all down.

Moderator:
Brandon Costa, SVG, Director of Digital and SVG College Summit Program Director

Panelists:
Brandon Berrio, LSU Athletics, Executive Director of Social Media & Branding
Tom Buffolano, Tata Communications Media, Head of Business Development
Ken Cleary, University of North Carolina, Assistant Director of Athletics – GoHeels Productions
Jim Nachtman, Penn State, Assistant Athletics Director - Live Video Productions, Broadcasting, & Sport Administrator

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University of Nebraska HuskerVision – Their IP Journey to HOME.

4:00 pm - 4:15 pm (15 min) - (All times are in EST Time Zone)
Wednesday, May 28

Two years ago, HuskerVision started their journey by building out an IP-based audio network with Lawo mc2 consoles, interfaces, and HOME management. This month they will complete the video portion of the installation with .edge and HOME Apps. We will discuss some of the decisions made along the way, the lessons learned, and how a 2-step approach that starts with audio can make any IP transition far less daunting.

Speakers:
Bryce Boynton, Lawo, Audio Production Sales Manager
Scott Guthrie, University of Nebraska, Chief Engineer
Garrett Hill, University of Nebraska, Broadcast/Systems Engineer
Rob Lewis, Lawo, Sales Manager, North America

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Storytelling in the Live Game Broadcast: A Keynote Conversation with ESPN Director Jimmy Platt

4:15 pm - 4:45 pm (30 min) - (All times are in EST Time Zone)
Wednesday, May 28

The art of directing a live game is a special skill whether working with two cameras or two hundred cameras. One of the sports media industry's most accomplished directors takes the SVG College Summit stage for our keynote conversation. Jimmy Platt is the lead director for ESPN’s coverage of college football (incl. the College Football Playoff and the National Championship Game) and the NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament (incl. the Final Four and National Championship). He'll analyze his process and answer your questions.

Keynote Speaker:
Jimmy Platt, ESPN, Director

Interviewer:
Dennis Trapani, University of Wyoming, Associate AD for Creative Services; 2025 SVG College Summit Chairperson

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College Sports Media Awards

5:00 pm - 6:00 pm (60 min) - (All times are in EST Time Zone)
Wednesday, May 28

The 17th annual SVG College Sports Media Awards presented in association with NACDA celebrates its annual ceremony. Join us as winners are named and finalists are praised from across college sports.

Hosted by:
Maria Trivelpiece, American Athletic Conference, Director of Video Communications and Reporter

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Welcoming Networking Reception in Exhibit Area

6:00 pm - 7:00 pm (60 min) - (All times are in EST Time Zone)
Wednesday, May 28
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Networking Breakfast in Exhibit Area

8:15 am - 9:00 am (45 min) - (All times are in EST Time Zone)
General Sessions
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Blurring Reality: Is Virtual Production What’s Next in College Content Creation?

9:00 am - 9:45 am (45 min) - (All times are in EST Time Zone)
General Sessions

One of the biggest trends in all of media and entertainment is the growth of augmented reality graphics and virtual production technologies. Whether it’s green screen, LED walls, or as elaborate as working in a full LED volume, how are schools beginning the immerse themselves in the style of content creation? What tech does it take and how do you train your team to thrive?

Moderator:
Jason Dachman, SVG, Editorial Director, U.S.

Panelists:
Dennis Black, University of Florida, Assistant Athletics Director, Creative Video
Nicholas Jushchyshyn, Drexel University, Program Director, Digital Media & Virtual Production
Jim Mclean, Matrox Video, Regional Sales Manager
Scott Rinehart, Notre Dame Studios, Senior Director

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Bridging Campuses: Interconnectivity and ST 2110 at the University of Texas

9:45 am - 10:00 am (15 min) - (All times are in EST Time Zone)
General Sessions

Join Matt Alvarado from the University of Texas as he shares how they leverage SMPTE ST 2110 to enable high-quality, IP-based media transport across campus. Learn how interconnectivity enhances live production, streamlines resource sharing, and supports a scalable, future-ready infrastructure.

Interviewer:
Jimbo Haneklau, Imagine Communications, Business Solutions Manager, Sports

Speaker:
Matt Alvarado, University of Texas at Austin, Head Broadcast Engineer

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Managing Your Team and Yourself: Mental Health in Today’s Media Production Age

10:00 am - 10:30 am (30 min) - (All times are in EST Time Zone)
General Sessions

In today’s hyperactive media age, how are you taking care of yourself and your team’s mental well-being? Is it getting better out there? This panel discussion tackles the important topic of how we can continue to make ithe industrybetter today and for future generations

Moderator:
Kristian Hernández, SVG, Senior Editor

Panelists:
Chris Gargano, Gargano Leadership Group, Founder
Dr. Kensa Gunter, PsyD, CMPC®, Licensed Psychologist, Certified Mental Performance Consultant
Dennis Trapani, University of Wyoming, Associate AD for Creative Services; 2025 SVG College Summit Chairperson

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Networking Break in Exhibit Area

10:30 am - 11:30 am (60 min) - (All times are in EST Time Zone)
General Sessions
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When Demand Exceeds Supply: Workflows and Technologies For Crossover Season and Beyond

11:30 am - 12:00 pm (30 min) - (All times are in EST Time Zone)
POWER PROGRAMS BREAKOUT

In college athletics — as in content creation — more is more. From implementing tools like the cloud and REMI/remote production workflows to managing internal expectations, how are athletic departments today combating the enormous demands on their staffs and production facilities? A panel of industry pros share their advice and experiences.

Moderator:
Brandon Costa, SVG, Director of Digital and SVG College Summit Program Director

Panelists:
Weston Carter, Diversified, Technical Sales Consultant, Media Supply Chain
Randy Dickerson, Panasonic Professional Video & Audio Systems, Senior Strategic Account Executive – Broadcast & Sports
Grayson Moyer, Auburn University, Broadcast Engineer
Scott Rinehart, Notre Dame Studios, Senior Director
Mike Szlamowicz, University of Virginia, Assistant AD / Sport and Broadcast Production

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When Demand Exceeds Supply: Workflows and Technologies For Crossover Season and Beyond

11:30 am - 12:00 pm (30 min) - (All times are in EST Time Zone)
MID-MAJOR/SMALL PROGRAMS BREAKOUT

In college athletics — as in content creation — more is more. From implementing tools like the cloud and REMI/remote production workflows to managing internal expectations, how are athletic departments today combating the enormous demands on their staffs and production facilities? A panel of industry pros share their advice and experiences.

Moderator:
Jason Dachman, SVG, Editorial Director, U.S.

Panelists:
Byron Abt, Georgia Southern University, Assistant Athletics Director, GATA Productions
Jason Barfield, Sam Houston State University, Director of Broadcasting for Athletics
Ryan Carignan, CMSI, Director of Innovation
Patrick Cunningham, Elon University, Director of Live Broadcast Production
Boyzie Hayes, Old Dominion University, Director of Video Operations

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Show Us Your Timeline: Inside South Carolina’s Baseball Season Hype Video

11:30 am - 12:00 pm (30 min) - (All times are in EST Time Zone)
CREATIVE CONTENT BREAKOUT

Ever see a piece of content online and think “how’d they do that?” In this in-depth presentation, the University of South Carolina pulls back the curtain to show all the ins and outs of how he and his team produced a thrilling hype video to preview the new baseball season and spotlight a new head coach.

Presenter:
Eichel Davis, University of South Carolina, Associate Athletics Director for Creative Media

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Inside the Control Room: University of South Carolina’s Four-Control Room Production Palace

12:00 pm - 12:30 pm (30 min) - (All times are in EST Time Zone)
POWER PROGRAMS BREAKOUT

Our control rooms are our homes away from home. Join us for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the new control room operating at the University of South Carolina. The gorgeous, new four-control room production facility opened this year to support live production to SEC Network, ESPN+, and in-venue videoboards. Discover the latest technology powering those broadcasts, gain insider insights into the university’s key technology decisions, and connect with industry leaders shaping the future of live production.

Introduction by:
Jeff Volk, Alpha, EVP, Strategic Accounts, Sports & Live Events

Presenters:
Valerie Gerfin, University of South Carolina, Associate Director of Live Productions
Brady Smith, University of South Carolina, Assistant Director of Live Productions

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Inside the Control Room: UTSA’s New ESPN+ Live Production Facility

12:00 pm - 12:30 pm (30 min) - (All times are in EST Time Zone)
MID-MAJOR/SMALL PROGRAMS BREAKOUT

Our control rooms are our homes away from home. Join us for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the new control room operating at The University of Texas at San Antonio. The facility, which was built and fitted for more than $5 million, allows UTSA Athletics to produce top-quality live productions to meet broadcast standards set by ESPN and the American Athletic Conference. Discover the latest technology powering those broadcasts, gain insider insights into the university’s key technology decisions, and connect with industry leaders shaping the future of live production.

Presenters:
Elliott Greisen, UTSA, Director of Sports Production
Aaron Magill, UTSA, Production Assistant

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Storytelling Across Mediums: Getting the Most Out of Creative Content

12:00 pm - 12:30 pm (30 min) - (All times are in EST Time Zone)
CREATIVE CONTENT BREAKOUT

We are capturing seemingly endless amounts of footage and sound of our athletic programs. How do we get the most out of it? Some of the industry’s top college creatives share how they log and use footage across all their projects, making videos for social, digital, videoboard, linear, and other destinations sing in their own ways.

Moderator:
Chris Taylor, Ball State University, Senior Director of Sports Production & Associate Lecturer of Media

Panelists:
Steven Gonzales, University of Arizona, Director, Football Creative Media
Dane Lewis, Conference USA, Associate Director, Digital Content | Creative Video
Jacob Orr, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Assistant Manager of Creative Services
Tim Reusche, University of Missouri, Director of Creative Video

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Networking Lunch in Exhibit Area

12:30 pm - 1:15 pm (45 min) - (All times are in EST Time Zone)
POWER PROGRAMS BREAKOUT
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Networking Lunch in Exhibit Area

12:30 pm - 1:15 pm (45 min) - (All times are in EST Time Zone)
MID-MAJOR/SMALL PROGRAMS BREAKOUT
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Networking Lunch in Exhibit Area

12:30 pm - 1:15 pm (45 min) - (All times are in EST Time Zone)
CREATIVE CONTENT BREAKOUT
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SVG College Pioneer Award Presentation: Mike Bilbow

1:15 pm - 1:30 pm (15 min) - (All times are in EST Time Zone)
Day 2 – Thursday, May 29 (3), POWER PROGRAMS BREAKOUT

Please wrap your lunch and join us in the Regency Ballroom for the presentation of the SVG College Pioneer Award. This year is a celebration of the late, great Mike Bilbow, the former Assistant Athletic Director of Digital and Production for the University of Georgia Athletics.

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On the Air: Best Practices in Live Event Production

1:30 pm - 2:15 pm (45 min) - (All times are in EST Time Zone)
POWER PROGRAMS BREAKOUT

Dive into the nitty gritty of live game production with some of the very best in the industry. We’ll touch on everything from smart production tool investments, camera and microphone layouts, rundowns, staffing, student training, and much more. Also, how are departments balancing the demands of both broadcast and videoboard shows?

Moderator:
Ken Kerschbaumer, SVG, Co-Executive Director, Editorial Services

Panelists:
Rick Bagby, Clemson University, Assistant AD / Video & Technology
Ben Dolinky, Grass Valley, Senior Solutions Architect
Greg Kirkorsky, ShotTracker, Chief Revenue Officer
Lee Scioneaux, LSU Athletics, Director of Broadcast Operations
Drew Shealy, Ross Video, Manager, Content & Workflow, Sports & Live Events

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On the Air: Best Practices in Live Event Production

1:30 pm - 2:30 pm (60 min) - (All times are in EST Time Zone)
MID-MAJOR/SMALL PROGRAMS BREAKOUT

Dive into the nitty gritty of live game production with some of the very best in the industry. We’ll touch on everything from smart production tool investments, camera and microphone layouts, rundowns, staffing, student training, and much more. Also, how are departments balancing the demands of both broadcast and videoboard shows?

Moderator:
Jason Dachman, SVG, Editorial Director, U.S.

Panelists:
Andrew Alvarez, Tulane University, Assistant Athletic Director, Video & Broadcasting
Rachel Conidaris, Rochester Institute of Technology, Producer/Director/Editor
Joel Kitay, Kitay Productions, President
Stefan Tribble, Ross Video, Project Manager / Solution Specialist, Sports & Live Events

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Content Capture Days: Upping the Cool Factor and Maximizing Time With Student-Athletes

1:30 pm - 2:15 pm (45 min) - (All times are in EST Time Zone)
CREATIVE CONTENT BREAKOUT

Content capture — or media days — have become a critical time in the calendar. Banking still and moving imagery for website, social, videoboard, broadcast, and more sets you and your team up for success throughout the season. Creatives from across the country share their creative ideas for these days and offer advice for organizing an effective use of the student-athletes’ time.

Moderator:
Kristian Hernández, SVG, Senior Editor

Panelists:
Jackson Kaplan, The Citadel, Director of Creative Content
Parker Peltier, Tulane University, Associate Director of Football New Media
Jess Taylor, Georgia Tech Athletics Association, Assistant Director of Creative Video
Oli Thompson, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Manager of Creative Services

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Turning Tech into Talent: GSPN at Georgia State

2:15 pm - 2:30 pm (15 min) - (All times are in EST Time Zone)
POWER PROGRAMS BREAKOUT

Explore how Georgia State’s GSPN program uses Vizrt technology and pro-level equipment to train students for real careers in sports media.

Presenters:
Chandler Apple, Georgia State University, Lead Broadcast Engineer
Chris Burgos, Vizrt, Sales Enablement Manager

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Behind the Broadcast: Virginia Tech’s HokieVision Breaks Down a Women’s Hoops Broadcast Complete with a Jersey Retirement

2:30 pm - 3:00 pm (30 min) - (All times are in EST Time Zone)
POWER PROGRAMS BREAKOUT

Take a seat in the film room, except this time, we’re breaking down a live broadcast. In this in-depth case study, Virginia Tech's HokieVision gives an in-depth breakdown of not only how they produce a live women's basketball game, but how they told a unique compelling story of a game that also included the jersey retirement of one of the program's great players - and WNBA Draft pick - Liz Kitley.

Presenters:
Evan Ellis, Virginia Tech Athletics, Senior Director, ACC Network
Alanna Guertin, Virginia Tech Athletics, Coordinator, ACC Network
Andrew Park, Virginia Tech Athletics, Assistant Director, ACC Network
Isaac Poe, Virginia Tech Athletics, Associate Director, ACC Network
Trever Sheets, Virginia Tech Athletics, Senior Director, ACC Network

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Behind the Broadcast: Harvard’s Whiparound Tennis Coverage in 9:16 for Social

2:30 pm - 3:00 pm (30 min) - (All times are in EST Time Zone)
MID-MAJOR/SMALL PROGRAMS BREAKOUT

In one of the more original productions of the academic year, Harvard executed its first social-specific live event broadcast distributed in a 9:16 vertical aspect ratio. The live tennis broadcast featured commentary and offered whiparound coverage of multiple simultaneous matches. The production was natively cut for vertical video with customized graphics for streaming on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook. The team at Harvard shares the blueprints of this unique production.

Presenters:
Joe Franklin, Harvard University, Assistant Director, Multimedia and Production
Imry Halevi, Harvard University, Senior Associate Director of Athletics, Content & Strategic Communications

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