PLAYBACK PIONEERS

WELCOME TO PLAYBACK PIONEERS 2024!

The Ultimate celebration of the businesses, people and communities defining tomorrow's playback experience.

This report focuses purely on innovation—from AI-driven content personalisation and predictive analytics to the rise of FAST channels, cloud-based streaming solutions, and dynamic ad insertion. These innovators are setting new benchmarks and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in video streaming.

Building on Playback Pioneers 2023, which highlighted businesses inspiring the next generation through career development and  working environments, this edition shifts focus to the technological advancements driving the industry forward. However, this is just the tip of the iceberg. While we highlight some of the key players driving innovation, we recognise that there are many more innovators out there making significant contributions. So we’re keen to grow with this report and follow up with future explorations into core adaptations around Diversity & Inclusion (D&I), sustainability, and the leaders driving change in these critical areas as well! Drawing from our day-to-day conversations at 5V Video, with clients and peers—those who live and breathe the challenges and opportunities of the streaming landscape—we’ve identified the trends and technologies that are propelling the industry forward. 

So, we’re inviting you to join us as we explore the innovation-led growth that is redefining the future of video streaming...

For those who don’t know us, we are 5V Video, a specialist talent consultancy that scales technical teams for some of the most prominent video platforms globally. Our deep involvement in the video streaming industry allows us to collaborate with the innovators and leaders who are driving the next wave of advancements in digital media

Beyond our core work, we’re passionate about fostering connections and celebrating the achievements within our industry. We’re the force behind initiatives like The Bristol Media and Entertainment Mixer, which has featured panelists from Accedo, 24i, 3SS, and The BBC, bringing together thought leaders to discuss the future of media. We also publish the annual ‘Women Behind The Screen’ report, highlighting the key females propelling the industry forward.

As a B Corp certified company, our commitment extends to promoting sustainability and positive impact across all our initiatives. This report, Playback Pioneers 2024, is another way we honor that commitment—by shining a light on the groundbreaking innovation we witness daily and celebrating the businesses and leaders who are setting new standards in video streaming. 

We believe that by sharing these insights, we can inspire further innovation and contribute to moving the industry forward together.