Following the acquisition of AXIS Graphics earlier this year, Chyron has launched a new online division, providing web-based services to enable high resolution maps, weather, charts and financial data display.

The Web-based nature of the AXIS offering allows users to quickly and easily create HD and SD quality graphics from any computer with high-speed Internet access.

The system allows for the creation of both OTS and full screen graphics with built-in access to data, maps and other media.

For details, visit: http://www.axisgraphics.tv/products.html and http://www.chyron.com/Axis.aspx.

WorldNow has introduced WorldNow Widgets, a Web-based solution that allows stations to quickly and easily provide consumers with access to video content and galleries via custom players. The solution also includes advertising integration and an API for future expansion.

Like all WorldNow products, the Widgets come in a variety of bundles, which can be used independently or together.

NewscastStudio reader Joey asked “What is required to work there as a graphics designer, and is it really hard to design graphics?”

VDO designer Diane Fiolek commented that designing graphics is fun, because it allows you to express your creative freedom and try new things.

Many graphic design companies would like future applicants to have a degree in graphic design and a diverse portfolio of work. A degree is not required, but having the proper training and knowing your software really helps.

As mentioned on last nights podcast, Mediaseed.tv, a new product from MediaLink, provides content for stations on-air and online.

The service, online at http://www.mediaseed.tv, requires users to signup to download content, but anyone may view the content currently online. Then, registered users can download content. This feature is where Mediaseed shines. Users have the choice of many formats, including, .flv, .wmv, .mov, and MPEG 2. Each of these formats are available in varying bitrates, perfect for use on-air and online.

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