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KYW CBS

The broadcast architects at DDG, greatly inspired by the ‘deconstructed’ CBS eye graphic, looked at this CBS O&O with a fresh and innovative perspective. The distinct technology-driven venues, connected by the ease of movement between each presentation area, give talent an opportunity to reinvent how they can add more visual content, resulting in a deeper engagement with their audience. An expansive curved seamless LED wall anchors the main talent shots. A substantial color changing desk incorporates a wide curved LED screen for displaying branded graphics. Two different presentation areas are located left of the main desk. For customized storytelling, a large tracking LED wall can be put into action as a single image or can easily slide apart creating three individual video panels. A rolling kiosk with a touchscreen display is available for interactive presentations. The interview area is anchored by a grand LED wall flanked by two low resolution LED panels adding an additional layer of interesting visuals. Architectural textures provide a solid foundation to the style of the design. The iconic CBS logo appears on color changing scenic elements creating interesting branding focal points throughout the set.

KTVU FOX

FOX 2, the O&O located in Oakland, the largest port city in the San Francisco Bay Area, scenic design solution draws inspiration from the surrounding area. The client must haves include a set that features a variety of performance venues with all the necessary tech for in-depth storytelling. It was very important the newest evolution of KTVU maintain the station’s iconic legacy in their diverse community.

TND Studio

TND, The National Desk is a daily news program produced by the Sinclair Broadcast Group. The client needed a flexible studio environment that could quickly change to accommodate several various programs across different dayparts, ranging from reports from the national news desk to The Armstrong Williams talk show. Large LED arrays display compelling story content and branded graphics viewers instantly recognize.

The Hill

The Hill is an American political newspaper and website published in Washington D.C.. For the launch of its new hosted programs and interviews, the client asked for a set design that was ‘young, webby, fun and informal’. The must haves, a variety of performance areas, including an interview area that could hold up to six people, a walk and talk array, a desk that can accommodate two people and two separate stand-up areas. The downtown studio location added an additional challenge to the project, a small space with low office interior height ceilings. It was a tall order, and this scenic environment by Team DDG delivers a creative design that appears to be much larger on camera than its actual size!

KMBC ABC

The client expressed a need for a design to visually connect them to their community. This local news set had to reflect a fresh new spirit in the KC market. The result of the collaboration of the KMBC team and Devlin Design Group is a high-tech environment where visuals tell compelling stories, share important data and introduce information in a clear and meaningful way for the audience of this vibrant metro area with a diverse population of more than 2 million people.

League Championship Series

Riot Games, League of Legends, LCS expert analysts have many weapons in their arsenal for presenting compelling tournament and match information by using more than 4100 square feet of display technology spread across a variety of impressive presentation areas. LED walls, strategically placed to give the broadcast a dynamic feel, let analysts interact and move easily between the different venues. Those invited to the new interview area find it a welcoming and flexible space perfect for connecting with fan favorite team players or an intimate commentary. Big brand sponsors find their brands showcased in the LCS Showdown broadcasts.

Marquee Sports Network

Marquee Sports Network, is home to Major League Baseball’s Chicago Cubs. The new scenic environment is driven by a brand-new perspective when considering the current aesthetic of sports design. The one size fits all work for some, but Team DDG finds a tailored approach to scenic design works best. Chicago’s new Regional Sports Network is inspired by the deep heritage of the Cubs and the team’s loyal fans. The legacy of the iconic Wrigley Field and its red marquee is captured throughout the set. Designing fresh ways to present in-depth content with limitless functionality, interactivity and most important fan engagement was key to this set design. A wide array of venues packed with tech, give the analysts tools and resources for producing fan-tastic broadcasts.

BNC

The Black News Channel, a 24/7 cable channel network featuring news, lifestyle and sports programming features a large set with a wide array of performance areas, including an on-camera newsroom. In addition to the physical set, there are two virtual sets adding even more interactive storytelling venues. The client’s vision, it was essential the design be culturally unique to the African American audience and reflect the dynamic community it serves.

WAGA FOX

The news team at WAGA refers to the set, not as a set, but as an ‘interactive stage’. Anchors and reporters can interact with a story using a wide array of technology including touch screens, social media kiosks, video towers and a moving storytelling wall, which literally comes alive by using motorized mechanics to pivot a section of the video wall to reveal and invite viewers deeper into a story from a visual perspective.

WESH NBC

Central Florida, known not only for theme parks, has the distinction as the ‘lightning capital’ of the US. This local station deals with intense weather – frequent severe storms and hurricanes. They needed a layout to accommodate 5 meteorologists with immediate access to technology, and multiple venues to visually explain the impending threat to their audience. The design has a glassed in room where viewers can see behind-the-scenes news gathering action. The style taps into the local Florida vibe. The weathered wood floor is inspired by the coastal boardwalks Rich and bright colorful tones in the patterned graphic treatments on the set can be witnessed in the spectacular sea and sky around central Florida.

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Kevin Colborne

(HE/HIM)

Director of Production & Project Management

Productive, proactive, and passionate about executing the ‘never been done before’ describes Kevin! His belief that creative project managers are the stuff that holds creative teams together by helping to foster an environment where innovative ideas happen, is pure magic.

Kevin is passionate about the diversity of his work history on a variety of high-profile projects. Having worked on major theme park installations to the insane logistics of installing immersive environments on cruise ships, to impressive brand building corporate activations, DDG Client’s benefit from Kevin’s magical skills — facilitating collaboration and brainstorming sessions, setting realistic deadlines, keeping your project on track and on budget.

As an avid golfer, Kevin’s work-related talents are reflected in his playing style. He is adept at course management and strategizing each shot to achieve optimal outcomes! When he’s not on the course Kevin and his wife enjoy their growing family and outdoor living.

EJ Baker

(THEY/THEM)

DIRECTOR OF PRODUCTION & PROJECT MANAGEMENT

Productive, proactive and passionate about executing the ‘never been done before’ describes EJ! Their belief that creative project managers are the stuff that holds creative teams together by helping to foster an environment where innovative ideas happen, is pure magic.

EJ is passionate about the diversity of their work history on a variety of high-profile projects. A gamer at heart they organized their own mini esports tournament which led to a gig at esports titan, Riot Games. It wasn’t long before the creators of VENN, the streaming network dedicated to gaming and pop culture, noticed and invited them to join the team in launching this ambitious project.

Having worked from ‘the client side’ perspective of scenic design projects, DDG clients benefit from EJ’s magical skills — facilitating collaboration and brainstorming sessions, setting realistic deadlines, keeping projects on track and on budget. They know how to juggle all the moving parts of a scenic project, anticipate challenges and address them before they become problems.

What does downtime look like for this dynamo? How about being one of Brooklyn’s top roller derby stars for starters. EJ’s opinion carries lots of weight around DDG — and weightlifting circles as an Olympic coach and competitor. Throw in training for the next marathon, watch EJ run circles around the competition.

Bruce Aleksander

(HE/HIM)

LIGHTING CONSULTANT

With an interest in photography, theatre and film that goes back to childhood, Bruce had his first camera at age 6, shot his first film at 13, and was lighting performances at 14. Long before lighting and production were his profession, they were his hobbies. Today they remain one of his passions.

Bruce is an accomplished and creative lighting consultant for multi-camera television production. He learned the fundamentals of lighting from the pioneers of television lighting including Imero Fiorentino, Bill Klages and George Spiro Dibie. From that base, Bruce has gone on to win recognition for his work, including Emmy and Telly Awards, PROMAX Gold, Set of the Year and the Illuminating Engineering Society’s international award.

His projects include news studios, talk shows, a national network series, network remote production, promos, commercials, sports, telethons, theatre, symphony orchestra broadcasts, and cultural events. Bruce shares his extensive knowledge and vast experience by continuing to publish articles about lighting design and the latest in lighting technology.  

Bruce lives in Seattle where he enjoys his other passions, the local art scene, hiking, travel and getting together with friends.

 

Diane Fiolek “DIFI”

(SHE/HER)

VICE PRESIDENT, CREATIVE SERVICES DIRECTOR

DiFi is legendary in the TV biz for her breakthrough designs. A Michigander happily transplanted to Florida’s Gulf Coast, she’s taken home some of the industry’s most prestigious honors including 30+ Emmys, PROMAX awards, Set of the Year and Telly Awards. A strategic thinker, DiFi delights DDG’s clients with multiple solutions for their every design challenge

Being nimble is critical when dealing with today’s brands across many touchpoints. Not only well versed in set design, she also is a seasoned animation and graphics pro. DiFi adds special skills and knowledge to Team DDG’s creative toolbox and will put all those outstanding creative talents to work on your project.

A classical pianist who’s as comfortable with Bach and Brahms as she is with generating new and exciting designs, her branding prowess is perhaps matched only by her talents in the kitchen, much to the appreciation of her husband and friends! And she gets as much pleasure from being around positive people as she does wading into brainstorming sessions with seasoned professionals.

Diane graduated from Michigan State University with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design, in addition to completion of courses in interior design and technical drawing at Michigan State University. DiFi is well versed in the Adobe suite and has completed VIZrt training.

Kartik Dakshinamoorthy

(HE/HIM)

CO-OWNER, PRESIDENT / SCENIC DESIGN DIRECTOR

Kartik is Team DDG’s inspirational Spirit Leader. He has an exceptional ability to collect input from seemingly disparate sources, pull it all together and create designs that amaze clients and engage audiences. He says his most creative time of day is sometime after 2 am when distractions are at a minimum and his full creative energies are at their zenith.

Kartik grew up in India on a road to become a heart surgeon. As a college student he sought balance in his world by back-packing through India, a path that led him to turn down a full scholarship to one of India’s most prestigious medical schools and follow his creative passions… much to the delight of Team DDG clients around the world.

With over 20 years at DDG, Kartik has led the team in some impressive wins. His award count includes a dozen Emmys, nine Set of the Year trophies, eight PROMAX Gold Awards, and a Telly Award.

Kartik finds balance through his life with his amazing wife and daughter. His passion is fueled by the desire to be the very best… a goal fulfilled with every one of Team DDG’s custom set designs. Kartik’s eyes light up when someone says…“I know this isn’t possible, but what if…” That is the precise moment Kartik begins crafting the design that transforms their ideas into stunning reality

Kartik is a stickler for detail and personally oversees all aspects of the building process to ensure that the construction is kept at a high standard, meets the intent of the project design, and comes in on budget and on time.

Kartik pursued his education beginning at the prestigious Sir. JJ School of Architecture and merited a Bachelor of Architecture, an India Gold Medalist, immediately followed with a Master of Architecture from the University of Arizona.

Dan Devlin

(HE/HIM)

CO-OWNER, CEO / BIG PICTURE OPTIMIST

Dan is the inspirational chieftain of Team DDG’s creative geniuses. He is a team building ‘Think-Meister’ who lives the founding principles he used to establish the company more than 30 years ago – Creativity, Knowledge, and Innovation. These principles form the keystone of DDG’s success in captivating audiences around the world through award winning, stunning, and technologically advanced scenic storytelling environments.

A Jersey boy who spent his formative years in Arizona, Dan’s creativity is fueled by his passions: mountain biking, travelling and the pursuit of excellence. When not at his desk overlooking the Sonoran Desert, you can find him in Huatulco Mexico, Sandpoint Idaho, or the Rocky Mountains of Colorado, traversing high country trails on a mountain bike. These soul replenishing rides are bounded by discipline but nourish unbridled creativity.

The inspiration from these frequent adventures through breath-taking scenery, coupled with a passion for technological expertise, is the blend that produces set designs that have been awarded Set of the Year nine times, the PROMAX Gold Award for a record breaking eight out of nine years, and more than two dozen Emmy Awards. 

Dan brings a competitive edge to all he does. He leads Team DDG in the process of identifying your expectations for a winning project outcome. He firmly believes, if you can imagine it – you can create it!

Dan earned both a Bachelor of Arts in Architecture and a Master of Architecture from Arizona State University.