November 28, 2009
ORLANDO MAGIC ANNOUNCES MULTI-YEAR PARTNERSHIP WITH SKYVIEW NETWORKS
Skyview to provide radio network distribution and inventory management for Orlando Magic’s English and Spanish radio network
PHOENIX, Ariz. — The
National Basketball Association’s (NBA) Orlando Magic today announced a
new multi-year partnership with Skyview Networks to serve as the radio
network provider of the Orlando Magic. Skyview will support the
Orlando Magic English and Spanish radio network with full automation
and inventory management systems.
“We are happy to
announce our new partnership with Skyview,” said Kevin Cosgrove,
Orlando Magic Director of Broadcasting. “We are already enjoying the
benefits of Skyview’s F.A.S.T. automation system. It has streamlined
our production and sales process, and it has helped us in our efforts
to expand our game coverage in Central Florida through the growth of
our Radio Affiliate Network. Working together with Skyview, we look
forward to providing improved service to both our affiliates and our
advertising partners.”
Skyview will utilize
its F.A.S.T. (Flexible Audio Storage Technology) Network Automation and
Inventory Management System providing the Magic the ability to control
all radio inventory on its flagship stations, WDBO 580 AM and WONQ 1030
AM. The F.A.S.T. system also allows the Magic control over advertiser
scheduling, clearance and affidavit reports.
“Skyview is proud to
partner with the Orlando Magic,” said Skyview President Ken Thiele.
”The Magic is a premier franchise and we are thrilled to collaborate on
taking its radio network to the next level and working together to grow
their affiliate base."
The Orlando Magic open the 2009-10 season at home on Wednesday, October 28th against the Philadelphia 76ers. For more information, visit http://www.nba.com/magic.
Skyview Networks
currently provides the broadcast services for over 40 professional and
collegiate sports franchises. Founded in 1995, Skyview is based in
Scottsdale, Arizona and focuses on providing broadcast network
solutions to professional and collegiate sports. Skyview’s services
include satellite distribution, full network automation, affiliate
relations and inventory management systems for radio, television,
print, signage and web. For more information visit www.skyviewnetworks.com.
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