Main Stage
April 16-19, 2023 | Las Vegas Convention Center
When change is the only constant, turn to the Main Stage to learn, adapt and grow to a stronger future.
Sunday, April 16
American Cinema Editors Presents HBO’s The Last of Us
The incredible creative forces behind HBO’s The Last of Us, including executive producer Craig Mazin and more, discuss the meticulous art of editing, cinematography, VFX, and sound behind the hit series.
Color and Finishing in the Cloud — Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power
Jesse Kobayashi, VFX producer on “The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power” will showcase how Blackmagic Design, Company 3 and AWS created an entirely cloud-based infrastructure for conform, color-grading and delivery on one of the largest TV shows in history.
How to Win an Oscar with a Fully Remote Creative Team
An exclusive conversation with the creative team behind the instant Academy Award & BAFTA winning animated short, The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse.
Why Sustainability In Media Matters
A panel discussion on the state of sustainability in media today and what it means for the future. Includes the presentation of the Sustainability in Leadership Award, the Sustainability Champion Award and Sustainability in Product or Service Award.
IMAX Beyond the Big Screen
Join IMAX as they talk through viewer expectations for streaming and how content owners and streaming services are looking to improve upon their services to offer a high-quality, more engaging video experience.
Monday, April 17
NAB Show Welcome
Includes remarks from NAB leadership, a Fireside Chat with NAB President and CEO Curtis LeGeyt, the presentation of the LABF Insight Award and more.
A Conversation with Brett Goldstein
Brett is more than just a talented actor portraying a hooligan futbol star; he is also a gifted writer, creator, and comedian. In this discussion, we’ll delve into Brett’s multifaceted creative career and how he manages to balance his various roles.
FAST Channels and Furious Growth
Join us as leaders in the industry talk about their strategies to harness the worldwide audience’s appetite for free, ad-supported, ‘lean-back TV’. We’ll discuss programmatic challenges and opportunities, how to effectively utilize targeted advertising, and how to build infrastructure quickly.
NAB Broadcasting Hall of Fame Ceremony
Includes the presentation of the NAB Broadcasting Hall of Fame, Radio and Television, Digital Leadership Award, and more.
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Tuesday, April 18
Immersive Storytelling
Examine the convergence between traditional entertainment and advanced technology, how nostalgia is fueling this new technology adoption, and what’s next for Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR) and Extended Reality (XR).
We Are Broadcasters Awards
Includes the presentation of the NAB Crystal Radio Awards, NAB Crystal Heritage Award, Engineering Achievement Award for Radio and Television and more.