The Melbourne Cup has helped the Seven Network break the record for the Australia's largest live streamed event on its new online platform PLUS7.
More than 488,000 Australians streamed the coverage across the day and there were more than 300,000 concurrent streams during the main race.
Yahoo7 chief executive, Ed Harrison, said it was the perfect launch for the new PLUS7 Live streaming service..
"To launch Live streaming on PLUS7 with record breaking numbers demonstrates the demand for this service, and we're excited to add even more great features as we continue to grow PLUS7," he said..
Seven chief digital officer, Clive Dickens, said the race did not break the internet, but it did break streaming records..
"Now we are streaming all of our channels 24/7, we can't wait to bring the Australian Open and Olympics to millions more mobile Australians next year," he said..
Akamai Technologies Asia Pacific chief media strategist, David Habben,...
More than 488,000 Australians streamed the coverage across the day and there were more than 300,000 concurrent streams during the main race.
Yahoo7 chief executive, Ed Harrison, said it was the perfect launch for the new PLUS7 Live streaming service..
"To launch Live streaming on PLUS7 with record breaking numbers demonstrates the demand for this service, and we're excited to add even more great features as we continue to grow PLUS7," he said..
Seven chief digital officer, Clive Dickens, said the race did not break the internet, but it did break streaming records..
"Now we are streaming all of our channels 24/7, we can't wait to bring the Australian Open and Olympics to millions more mobile Australians next year," he said..
Akamai Technologies Asia Pacific chief media strategist, David Habben,...
- 11/3/2015
- by Inside Film Correspondent
- IF.com.au
Fairfax has consolidated its Metro Media sales department with some key changes.
Fairfax Metro Media today announced a number of changes to the structure of its national sales division as the company’s commercial operations move into the next phase of development.
The changes include the further consolidation of Metro Media’s sales teams; integration of print and digital ad strategy; and strategic emphasis on client relationships.
“It’s now 18 months since we moved to an integrated sales structure. This new way of doing business is proving hugely successful and we’re picking up market share against all our nearest competitors,” Metro Media Commercial Director, Ed Harrison, said.
“With both employee engagement and customer satisfaction at an all-time high, we felt the time was right to take things to the next phase.”
In a key change to the sales structure, Paul Sigaloff is promoted to National Sales Director, his remit...
Fairfax Metro Media today announced a number of changes to the structure of its national sales division as the company’s commercial operations move into the next phase of development.
The changes include the further consolidation of Metro Media’s sales teams; integration of print and digital ad strategy; and strategic emphasis on client relationships.
“It’s now 18 months since we moved to an integrated sales structure. This new way of doing business is proving hugely successful and we’re picking up market share against all our nearest competitors,” Metro Media Commercial Director, Ed Harrison, said.
“With both employee engagement and customer satisfaction at an all-time high, we felt the time was right to take things to the next phase.”
In a key change to the sales structure, Paul Sigaloff is promoted to National Sales Director, his remit...
- 1/17/2013
- by Marcus Casey
- Encore Magazine
Fairfax has introduced AirLink technology, which connects print ads to digital content, to Melbourne newspaper The Age.
The announcement:
September 27, 2012: Fairfax Metro Media has partnered with iiNet to roll out the launch of its highly popular AirLink* technology to the Melbourne market in The Age.
Using AirLink on static print ads offers readers of The Age an enriched experience by providing a wealth of additional video, photographic and editorial content through The Age app for iPhone**.
As the exclusive launch partner, internet service provider iiNet is the first to feature AirLink technology as part of their “Life Upgraded” advertising campaign, making its debut in today’s edition of The Age.
The new campaign by Perth-based iiNet is designed to boost awareness of the iiNet brand in the eastern states. Readers of The Age will be able to use AirLink to view the new iiNet “Life Upgraded” Tvc, created by...
The announcement:
September 27, 2012: Fairfax Metro Media has partnered with iiNet to roll out the launch of its highly popular AirLink* technology to the Melbourne market in The Age.
Using AirLink on static print ads offers readers of The Age an enriched experience by providing a wealth of additional video, photographic and editorial content through The Age app for iPhone**.
As the exclusive launch partner, internet service provider iiNet is the first to feature AirLink technology as part of their “Life Upgraded” advertising campaign, making its debut in today’s edition of The Age.
The new campaign by Perth-based iiNet is designed to boost awareness of the iiNet brand in the eastern states. Readers of The Age will be able to use AirLink to view the new iiNet “Life Upgraded” Tvc, created by...
- 9/26/2012
- by Robin Hicks
- Encore Magazine
The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age have launched updated versions of their iPad apps.
June 14, 2012: Fairfax Metro Media has today launched Version 2.0 of its multi-award winning Smh and The Age iPad* apps, loaded with new features and content designed to enhance the tablet experience for audiences and deliver more opportunities for advertisers.
The launch of Version 2.0 of the Smh and The Age apps for iPad marks the first major update of the online publications which were launched to critical acclaim in May 2011.
Users will enjoy dynamic new features in Version 2.0 of the apps, including:
Weekday crosswords TV Guides Seamless experience of synching between Desktop and iPad for: My News: track topics and get alerts when stories match your interests My Comments: track your comments, replies to them, and read what others are saying My Clippings: clip a story, video or photo to read, watch or view later Newsstand...
June 14, 2012: Fairfax Metro Media has today launched Version 2.0 of its multi-award winning Smh and The Age iPad* apps, loaded with new features and content designed to enhance the tablet experience for audiences and deliver more opportunities for advertisers.
The launch of Version 2.0 of the Smh and The Age apps for iPad marks the first major update of the online publications which were launched to critical acclaim in May 2011.
Users will enjoy dynamic new features in Version 2.0 of the apps, including:
Weekday crosswords TV Guides Seamless experience of synching between Desktop and iPad for: My News: track topics and get alerts when stories match your interests My Comments: track your comments, replies to them, and read what others are saying My Clippings: clip a story, video or photo to read, watch or view later Newsstand...
- 6/13/2012
- by mumbrella
- Encore Magazine
Fairfax Metro Media has hired a director of print advertising strategy – a newly created role.
Sarah Keith joins from Fox Sports at a time of great upheaval for Fairfax, with rumours of the company mulling a move away from print.
In her new role, Keith will work with the publishers and product teams to shape Fairfax Metro Media’s print offerings for advertisers. She will also be responsible for aligning sales operations across states.
Ed Harrison, commercial Director, Fairfax Metro Media, said in a statement: “Newspapers and inserted magazines remain hugely powerful advertising vehicles for our clients. Sarah’s experience leaves her well-placed to drive the evolution of our print products and ensure that they continue to deliver the best possible outcomes for advertisers.”
Keith’s career includes roles at Sbs, Southern Cross Austereo and Ten.
She takes on the role at the end of August.
The news comes as...
Sarah Keith joins from Fox Sports at a time of great upheaval for Fairfax, with rumours of the company mulling a move away from print.
In her new role, Keith will work with the publishers and product teams to shape Fairfax Metro Media’s print offerings for advertisers. She will also be responsible for aligning sales operations across states.
Ed Harrison, commercial Director, Fairfax Metro Media, said in a statement: “Newspapers and inserted magazines remain hugely powerful advertising vehicles for our clients. Sarah’s experience leaves her well-placed to drive the evolution of our print products and ensure that they continue to deliver the best possible outcomes for advertisers.”
Keith’s career includes roles at Sbs, Southern Cross Austereo and Ten.
She takes on the role at the end of August.
The news comes as...
- 6/5/2012
- by Robin Hicks
- Encore Magazine
Fairfax Metro Media has launched a new integrated video feature for its Smh iphone app – AirLink.
The announcement:
May 18, 2012: Fairfax Metro Media has today launched AirLink*, ground-breaking technology that provides readers and advertisers with a dramatically enhanced news experience across print and mobile platforms.
The pioneering AirLink technology, a year in development by Fairfax Media, extends the print experience for readers by giving them additional video, photographic and editorial content through their iPhone**. AirLink allows readers to see stories come to life across the different sections of the The Sydney Morning Herald and The Sun-Herald.
For advertisers, AirLink provides new and unique opportunities to engage with print audiences, using video content.
Fairfax Metro Media is launching AirLink in partnership with MasterCard, the first advertiser to utilise this product innovation in The Sydney Morning Herald and The Sun-Herald.
The Sydney Morning Herald is the first newspaper in Australia to feature this breakthrough technology.
The announcement:
May 18, 2012: Fairfax Metro Media has today launched AirLink*, ground-breaking technology that provides readers and advertisers with a dramatically enhanced news experience across print and mobile platforms.
The pioneering AirLink technology, a year in development by Fairfax Media, extends the print experience for readers by giving them additional video, photographic and editorial content through their iPhone**. AirLink allows readers to see stories come to life across the different sections of the The Sydney Morning Herald and The Sun-Herald.
For advertisers, AirLink provides new and unique opportunities to engage with print audiences, using video content.
Fairfax Metro Media is launching AirLink in partnership with MasterCard, the first advertiser to utilise this product innovation in The Sydney Morning Herald and The Sun-Herald.
The Sydney Morning Herald is the first newspaper in Australia to feature this breakthrough technology.
- 5/18/2012
- by Georgina Pearson
- Encore Magazine
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