Visualizing Victory: The Latest in AR, XR, and Virtual Production in Live Sports

Visualizing Victory: The Latest in AR, XR, and Virtual Production in Live Sports This panel discussion featured leaders from ESPN, CBS Sports, Warner Bros. Discovery, and more By Brandon Costa, Director of Digital

Friday, April 18, 2025 - 10:01 am

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From the studio to the live game, advancements in graphics technology are reshaping the present and future of live sports production.

Augmented-reality (AR), extended-reality (XR), and virtual-production technologies are helping broadcasters develop far more engaging and informative live broadcasts. With Unreal Engine and large LED stages blending the physical and digital worlds, immersive tools like AR graphics, XR sets, and real-time virtual environments enhance storytelling, create dynamic viewer experiences, and redefine production workflows.

In this panel discussion, technology leaders from across the industry discuss the various perspectives around the use of AR, XR, and virtual production and what it means for the future of storytelling.

This conversation includes:

Nick DiNapoli, |drive| Studio, Founder & Executive Creative Director

Andrew Isaacson, The Famous Group, Partner / EVP

Amy Nelson, ESPN Creative Studio, Manager, Graphics Innovation

Kendra Russell, Warner Bros. Discovery, Director of Production Operations, XR & Virtual

Craig Silver, CBS Sports, Coordinating Producer, College Football

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This session was hosted at the 2025 SVG GFX Forum in New York City on February 20 and was moderated by Brandon Costa, SVG, Director of Digital

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