Amagi announced that Skillshare has selected Amagi for its FAST (Free Ad-Supported Streaming TV) playout and delivery.
This collaboration will support the global launch of Skillshare TV, a new free streaming channel featuring content from Skillshare, a prominent online learning community focused on creativity.
Skillshare’s Expansion into FAST Channels
Alicia Hamilton-Morales, Senior Vice President of Content at Skillshare, emphasized that the partnership with Amagi allows Skillshare to expand its reach. Skillshare TV aims to deliver a variety of educational and inspiring content to a broader audience, bringing Skillshare’s creative learning platform into more households worldwide.
Technology Behind Skillshare TV
Skillshare TV will utilize Amagi’s cloud-based technology, including the CLOUDPORT automation and playout platform, the PLANNER platform for content planning and scheduling, and the THUNDERSTORM platform for SSAI (Server-Side Ad Insertion) and analytics. These systems will ensure smooth global distribution and delivery of Skillshare’s content.
Content Featured on Skillshare TV
Skillshare TV will offer access to Skillshare Originals and classes from top creators such as Ali Abdaal, Alex Aïnouz (French Guy Cooking), Bernadette Banner, Joanne Lee Molinaro (The Korean Vegan), Morgan Harper Nichols, and Andy J. Pizza. The channel aims to provide continuous access to content focused on creativity, offering insights into various creative processes like journaling, watercolor, home design, cooking, and crafting.
Amagi’s Role in the Broadcast Industry
Amagi offers channel creation, distribution, and monetization solutions to a wide range of clients, including A+E Networks UK, ABS-CBN, Astro, Cox Media Group, DAZN, Globo, Lionsgate Studio, NBCUniversal, Tastemade, and VIZIO. The collaboration with Skillshare extends Amagi’s capabilities in delivering creative content to global audiences through FAST channels.
AboutAmagi
Amagi is a global company that provides cloud-based solutions for media and entertainment. Founded in 2008, it specializes in cloud technology for broadcast TV and streaming services, offering products that enable channel creation, content distribution, and monetization. Their services are primarily focused on Free Ad-Supported Streaming TV (FAST), Connected TV (CTV), and traditional broadcast television.