Fred Dawson
Fred Dawson, principal of the consulting firm Dawson Communications, has headed ventures tracking the technologies and trends shaping the evolution of electronic media and communications for over three decades. Prior to moving to full-time pursuit of his consulting business, Dawson served as CEO and editor of ScreenPlays Magazine, the trade publication he founded and ran from 2005 until it ceased publishing in 2021. At various points in his career he also served as vice president of editorial at Virgo Publishing, editorial director at Cahners, editor of Cablevision Magazine, and publisher of premium executive newsletters, including the Cable-Telco Report, the DBS Report, and Broadband Commerce & Technology.
Latest articles by Fred Dawson
IBC Attendees Grapple With AI Reality vs. Expectations
By Fred Dawson published
While some in the M&E industry tiptoe around sensitive outcomes, others tout cautious approach
M&E’s Embrace of AI Dampens Potential for Damage Mitigation
By Fred Dawson published
Amid the hype, industry struggles to establish guidance and guardrails
Live Cloud Production Takes Off With Far-Reaching Implications
By Fred Dawson published
PRODUCTION Has the technology matured enough for ‘broadcast quality’ TV?
NAB Show Streamlines Search for Answers in a Transformed Marketplace
By Fred Dawson published
Artificial intelligence is prevalent in show floor initiatives, technology and learning opportunities
Will Tech Advances Attract More Baseball Fans?
By Fred Dawson published
Amid a resurgence in popularity, streamers roll out new features
Legacy TV Split Over Implications of Sports Streaming
By Fred Dawson published
COVER STORY How will broadcasters navigate the changing market?
2024 NAB Show Shines Spotlight on Broadcasters’ Road to the Future
By Fred Dawson published
COVER STORY Event launches its second century focusing on streaming, NextGen TV, advances in content creation
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