The members of the SMPTE Board of Governors, issue this resolution condemning the unprovoked invasion by Russia of the sovereign country of Ukraine, the slaughter of innocent Ukrainian citizens, the destruction of Ukrainian infrastructure, and the suppression of individual rights of Russian citizens to speak and associate freely. We support and defend the individual human rights of our members in Russia and Ukraine as well as those of all our members. We call on the government of Russia to immediately cease its invasion, withdraw all its troops from Ukrainian territory, and restore the rights of Ukrainian and Russian citizens.
We call on our partner associations in the television, motion picture, social media, and related industries to join us in our resolve against the actions of the Russian government.
The members of the SMPTE Board of Governors are suspending the activities of the SMPTE Russian Section and their members' individual participation in the SMPTE Board of Governors until further notice.
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HDR Technology and Workflows
If you’re an Engineer, Technician, Cinematographer, or Colorist, a strong grasp of the latest technologies will help your value soar in the media and entertainment industry. Now one of SMPTE’s most in-demand virtual courses digs deep into High-Dynamic Range delivering key concepts and practical techniques you can put to work right away. Classes start 28 April 2022, so ENROLL TODAY
FREE Webcast - ATSC 3.0: Brief Update on Deployment
Join us on 24 March, 2022, for a webcast from the authors of the SMPTE course "Understanding ATSC3.0", which will provide a brief update on recent developments and progress with ATSC 3.0 on how it's moving ahead quickly in the U.S. and South Korea.
SMPTE Opens Call for Papers for 2022 Media Technology Summit
Authors of proposals selected by the SMPTE Summit 2022 program committee will have the opportunity to present at the world’s premier forum for the exploration of current and future media technology, content creation, image and sound, and the allied arts and sciences. Proposed papers must be informational and must address technical theory, research, innovation, application, or practice specific to any of the evolving technologies associated with the media and entertainment industry.
SMPTE is now accepting nominations for all awards and Fellow Membership! Learn more about the various honors and awards that SMPTE bestows, as well as download the nomination form, here. Although any SMPTE member can nominate candidates for awards, only SMPTE Fellows can support Fellow nominations. Submit your nominations today and be a part of giving recognition to our industry leaders worldwide.
Students - Apply Today for SMPTE Awards and Grants!
We are currently accepting applications for our Student Awards and Grants. The Louis F. Wolf Jr. Memorial Scholarship offers $5,000 toward the cost of tuition for full-time undergraduate or graduate students studying media technology. The Student Paper Award honors a Student Member for an outstanding paper dealing with a technical phase of media and entertainment. The application deadline for both is May 10. We are also pleased to announce the Luff Media Technology Grant, which is intended to support undergraduate or graduate students pursuing a career in media technology, and can be used for expenses related to internships or practical education.
Welcome to our newest Student Chapter - Ohio University! We are so pleased to have you onboard!
Hey students! Join us on Discord!
Discord is a place for our Student members to ask questions – and our Professional members to answer them. We encourage students and professionals to join. It’s a great place to meet other students, get advice, give advice and share resources.
New to Discord? There’s a short and entertaining video on what it is on YouTube
Congratulations to the SMPTE Australia, New Zealand, and Pacific Islands Section for hosting their successful METexpo22 conference this week. Their first industry event in almost two years. Friends and colleagues gathered to be inspired by thought leaders covering a variety of topics, source new technology, and to connect with suppliers. Attendees were immersed into informative Audio Supersessions and Screen Industry Production panels, and enjoyed conference sessions with topics like Cybersecurity and 5G, and so much more!.