EVS and Blackbird will work hand in hand in the deployment of international sporting events

Blackbird is helping EVS expand its live and near-live content management and distribution offering.

Blackbird, developer of the popular cloud video editing platform, has reached an agreement with EVS in order to provide services to international sporting events.

EVS Marketing Director, Nicolas Bourdon, highlights that “as a certified partner within our Technology Partner Program, Blackbird is helping EVS expand its live and near-live content management and distribution offering with the integration of flexible infrastructure and future-proof cloud-based video editing that meets the demanding demands of the world's most prestigious sporting events.”

Ian McDonough, CEO of Blackbird, adds: "It is a real thrill for us to announce this partnership with EVS, which is synonymous with producing the world's most emotional and high-value sports content, as well as market-leading global news and entertainment programming. Announcing this alongside a rollout at two of the biggest international sporting events taking place in the near future is simply fantastic. This highlights not only the attributes of Blackbird technology, but also the confidence EVS has in our team to deliver on the biggest stages."

Blackbird has clients such as IMG, Deltatre, Sky News Arabia, A+E Networks, NHL, Eleven Sports, Riot Games and Arsenal FC.