Scott Connolly

Developed and implemented a strategic vision for the media and entertainment vertical of the Innovation Labs, integrating emerging technologies to drive innovation.

Identified and researched emerging technologies, trends, and opportunities within the media and entertainment industry to maintain a competitive edge.

Developed and managed a robust R&D pipeline, prioritizing projects based on their potential impact, feasibility, and alignment with organizational goals.

Led the ideation, conceptualization, and prototyping of new network solutions, products, and services.

Represented the organization at industry conferences, events, and forums, showcasing the Innovation Labs' thought leadership in media technology innovation.

Contributed to the technology product development team, specializing in innovation and "Go to Market" strategy for Verizon's emerging media and entertainment products.

Focused on consumer and enterprise verticals, delivering prototypes and proof of concepts to validate new product viability.

Developed and iterated innovative solutions for Verizon's new products, translating strategic objectives into tangible outputs.

Led the strategic development and construction of a cutting-edge "Live 35" Virtual Production Studio at the Los Angeles Innovation Lab.

Cultivated key media and entertainment technology partnerships, translating collaborations into next-generation content production.

Delivered successful 5G/5G Edge proof-of-concept events, demonstrating practical applications of emerging technology.

Led a team of world-class production technologists, successfully transitioning Apple's WWDC from an in-person conference to an internet broadcast during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Ideated and implemented the technical blueprint to convert Apple's Cupertino headquarters into multiple production studios.

Captured and delivered 220 "Sessions" videos within four weeks using custom remote capture systems, streamlining post-editing to within 20 minutes of content capture.

Established and led "The Astronauts Guild" for over 10 years, a pioneering filmmaking collective integrating creative vision with emerging technology to produce impactful content.

Directed operations as a creative production company and entertainment technology consulting firm, driving innovation through the invention and refinement of new tools and production processes.

Developed and implemented cutting-edge technological solutions, consistently addressing the evolving needs of the media and entertainment industry.

Cultivated strategic partnerships and managed creative projects from concept to delivery, ensuring alignment with artistic and technological objectives.