Episode 5 - "Understanding VR for OTT" with Keith Mellingen, VR director of Rainfall

Episode 5 - "Understanding VR for OTT" with Keith Mellingen, VR director of Rainfall

Author: Mainstream September 14, 2018 Duration: 25:17

Kelly Moulton sits down with Keith Mellingen, the VR director of Bergen based IT consultancy, Rainfall, a good partner of Vimond. Keith spends a good deal of time producing 360 videos and helped us to understand just what "VR" means, be it virtual reality, mixed reality, augmented reality or extended reality. How can VR be applicable to a producer of television is really what we wanted to get to the heart of. Demystify this latest buzzword into a tool for today. In essence the takeaway is that a showrunner should absolutely be thinking VR (in this case 360 video specifically) for promos, a powerful behind the scenes tool. Listen to learn more.


Produced by Mainstream for Vimond Media Solutions.


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Vimond CloseUp pulls back the curtain on the people and ideas driving a company focused on the Over-The-Top media landscape. Hosted by Mainstream, this technology podcast moves beyond generic industry talk to explore the specific challenges and innovations in delivering video content to a global audience. Each conversation highlights the human expertise behind the tools, featuring the sharp and creative minds from around the world who build these revolutionary products. You'll hear firsthand about the vision and integrity required to help customers stay ahead in a fast-moving sector, ensuring their content reaches consumers effectively. The discussions naturally delve into the intersection of technical problem-solving and strategic thinking, offering a genuine look at what it takes to operate at the forefront of OTT services. For anyone curious about the practical realities of streaming technology and the teams that build it, this podcast provides an authentic, grounded perspective. It’s a series built on the premise that while the tools are complex, the drive behind them is fundamentally human. Tune in for thoughtful dialogues that get to the core of modern media delivery.
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