TELEVISED EVENTS
The evolution of televised poker has been a quick and dramatic one, especially by Hollywood standards. 2.5 million dollar paydays became 12.5 million in just four short years; attendance numbers spiked 1000% in that same time period. Along with the incredible growth of poker came a new poker viewing audience – one that was familiar with the game and the rules. Viewers in today’s poker/television market are looking for more than just percentages and repetitive commentary; the audience is looking for villains, heroes and memorable characters. They seek a chance to put themselves in the shoes of a rags-to-riches millionaire like Chris Moneymaker, or an outspoken villain type like Phil Hellmuth.
From the heavily-edited packages needed to properly capture multi-day tournaments to live events that start, finish and air within 24 hours, JRH Consulting is the industry’s go-to company for televised poker events, filming and structures. Television and tournament staff can have a dramatic effect on the quality of content; television often slows down the pace play while tournament directors can affect production cost by interrupting play and with breaks and limit changes. JRH Consulting bridges the gap between poker and production ensuring smooth game play and flawless footage. Additional value is offered through TV Poker Capture. This process accurately captures both the tournament’s dynamic action, all the while saving tremendous expense and valuable time in the editing process. Contact JRH Consulting to see how we can accommodate your television tournament production.
