Welcome to the pilot issue of Rerun, a weekly publication curated by Axonista to help you keep up with what's going on in the world of new media.
This week we have some great features around the future of TV and why you need to pay attention to virtual reality. Our top pick is a feature from The Verge that goes deep into the heart of ESPN's sports broadcasting centre and we also feature a charming Q&A with the lead designer at Disney.
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Top Pick
Inside the studio where ESPN is betting billions on the future of sports
A hugely detailed and engrossing read on ESPN's plans for sports coverage across every possible channel, both TV and social. The sheer breadth of their operation is staggering, and what's more, underneath it all they get it. If you want an inside look into what it takes to cover sports at the highest level, you simply can't miss this.
Features
The Web: Headliner Or TV’s Supporting Actor?
A thought provoking article on how TV is watched today and where it's headed. It's totally clear by now that TV viewers don't just sit back and watch anymore. They scroll through Twitter and Facebook, watch YouTube Videos, send Snapchats and pin on Pinterest. They're engaged even when away from the TV. It's a challenging and exciting time for both networks and creators!
Is Snapchat the New TV?
With the launch of Snapchat's new Discover service, publishers can now create engaging daily content for Snapchat's 200 million monthly users. But how do you create content for an app that features portrait video and has users who typically view content for a few seconds at a time? What might a TV show in that format look like?
How Kim Kardashian built a $74 million app addiction
Her mobile game "Kim Kardashian: Hollywood" has 28 million downloads, 11 billion minutes played and over $74 million in revenue. It's safe to say that Kim Kardashian has created a truly transmedia brand. This interview with Adweek reveals that she's just getting started...
Q&A with Ryan Terry, Lead Designer at Disney
A light-hearted Q&A session with Ryan Terry that's every bit as charming as his characters. An interesting look into what goes on in the creative department at Disney.
A Hands On With YouTube for Kids
Google recently released YouTube Kids, making thousands of family-friendly channels safely available for kids. It's not the first 'YouTube for kids', but it's the first official move by Google, who are working on more family-friendly ways to view content online.
A Straight-Talking Guide To Virtual Reality
Virtual reality is no longer science fiction, it's already here. There are former Pixar employees, gaming's biggest player 'Steam', and even Facebook already on board. But with so all this new technology, so many new devices and so much to learn, where do you start? Well Fast Company have a great straight-talking, no nonsense guide especially for you.
The First Virtual Reality Movie From Oculus
What's it like to watch a movie in virtual reality? Oculus recently announced Story Studio, its in-house production team dedicated to producing virtual reality movies. Their first release is 'Lost', directed by former Pixar animator Saschka Unseld. Unsurprisingly it looks incredible.
How Star Wars Made $27 Billion
Star Wars is possibly the best example of how a story can spill out from a film into every conceivable media channel. With the film series about to kick off again later this year, our eyes are on how the story will expand with today's technology and social media. In the meantime this infographic by Fast Company is a fun look at just how vast the Star Wars universe is. Enjoy your weekend!