SMPTE color bars are a television test pattern used where the NTSC video standard is utilized, including countries in North America. The Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers (SMPTE) refers to the pattern as Engineering Guideline (EG) 1-1990. Its components are a known standard, and created by test pattern generators.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is increasingly becoming a central component in the media industry, revolutionizing how content is created, distributed, and consumed. This digital transformation is reshaping the landscape, providing opportunities for innovation, efficiency, and personalization.

For as long as I can remember, I have loved film. I grew up in the 80’s and the “golden era of film” was filled with some of the most memorable, creative storytelling and cinematic films in my lifetime (source: me). Here is a (short) list of reason why video (in my opinion) is such a powerful medium.