The Stellar Network, a new African American cultural linear TV and FAST channel from Central City Productions, has partnered with Globecast for the launch and ongoing fully managed cloud playout and distribution of the services.
Central City Productions is a well-established name in the African American entertainment field, with a rich history in content creation, promotion and syndication. The Stellar Network is a new linear and FAST channel – with associated VOD content also available – tapping into the company’s vast library of material as well as including a wide range of new programming.
Globecast has expanded its already-established relationship with LA-based Network In A Box (NIAB) and MuxIP to handle the content preparation and FAST channel playout. Globecast then handles the cloud playout, using Inetsat technology, and fiber distribution to MPVDs.
Don Jackson, Founder & Chairman of the Stellar Network, said, “As a Black-owned television network, we have over 5 decades of experience in creating alluring content for African American audiences and we have been eager to expand our portfolio with dedicated linear and FAST TV channels. We needed a partner with a reputation for premium quality to whom we could outsource the complete technical supply chain. It was very quickly clear that Globecast is ideally positioned to create the fully managed service we need.”
Lou DiMauro, Vice President of Sales, Globecast, said, “We are delighted the Stellar Network has placed its trust in us. We are providing a one-stop shop for them across the complete supply chain. Using our well-established partnership approach allows all involved to maximize their skillsets, concentrating fully on what each partner does best while providing a single point of contact. This maximizes efficiencies, creating the most targeted approach to ensure premium quality and ultimate content monetization.”
The Stellar Network is scheduled to launch in the fall of 2023.
