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Erick currently holds the position of Chief Strategy Officer & President at Cineverse, a…
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The Great Streaming Shakedown: How New Taxes Could Derail the Industry
The Great Streaming Shakedown: How New Taxes Could Derail the Industry
By Erick Opeka
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Well, at least Elon got me to launch my Substack! From WSJ: https://lnkd.in/gRhwxJwB
Well, at least Elon got me to launch my Substack! From WSJ: https://lnkd.in/gRhwxJwB
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As I started developing Matchpoint six years ago, I set out to redefine the role of a traditional video distribution company by turning Cineverse…
As I started developing Matchpoint six years ago, I set out to redefine the role of a traditional video distribution company by turning Cineverse…
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Today we saved the TV industry. 🫶 https://lnkd.in/ev2ZCwWW
Today we saved the TV industry. 🫶 https://lnkd.in/ev2ZCwWW
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Experience
Education
Volunteer Experience
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Volunteer
Westside German Shepard Rescue
- Present 8 years 5 months
Animal Welfare
Projects
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Dove Channel
Dove Channel is a digital-first entertainment network providing safe, values-based programming for families to enjoy together. Dove Channel’s programming is made up of thousands of hours of films and television, all approved by the Dove Foundation and ranks as the largest library of values-based content in the streaming marketplace.
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CONtv
CONtv is the first digital entertainment network celebrating the fandom community. The network features everything from quirky original series, elusive cult films & television shows, celebrated genre movies encompassing sci-fi, horror, fantasy, anime, grindhouse, martial arts action, and exclusive live coverage of Comic Con events nationwide, all available on-demand either in a free, ad-supported format or a subscription-based model for premium content.
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Sundance Artists Initiative
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Through an exclusive aggregation arrangement with New Video, Sundance alumni filmmakers can now make their films available online to consumer markets via digital retail outlets from Apple, Google, Netflix, and Amazon, among others. The program is highly collaborative and allows filmmakers to retain ownership of their work and make independent decisions about strategies for each outlet. New Video will work closely with digital stores and filmmakers to reach each film's audience, while in turn…
Through an exclusive aggregation arrangement with New Video, Sundance alumni filmmakers can now make their films available online to consumer markets via digital retail outlets from Apple, Google, Netflix, and Amazon, among others. The program is highly collaborative and allows filmmakers to retain ownership of their work and make independent decisions about strategies for each outlet. New Video will work closely with digital stores and filmmakers to reach each film's audience, while in turn, the Sundance Institute will endorse their availability through its own marketing and promotional efforts and through the vast social community developed over the course of the Institute’s 30-year history.
Honors & Awards
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2016 Digital Driver
Home Media Magazine
Home Media Magazine recognizes the high-level strategists at the forefront of that digital landscape responsible for shaping the industry as it continues to evolve.
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Next Gen 10 - Entertainment
C-Suite Quarterly Magazine
C-Suite Magazine's list of promising executives, entrepreneurs, and entertainers whose collective list of accomplishments is already illuminating the region anew.
Languages
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English
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Organizations
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American Legion
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International Academy of Web Television
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So cool to be a part of a theatrical release with such a cult following. Prepare to be terrified! Cineverse BLOODY DISGUSTING, LLC #terrifier3
So cool to be a part of a theatrical release with such a cult following. Prepare to be terrified! Cineverse BLOODY DISGUSTING, LLC #terrifier3
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Taking our channels and content to one of the biggest content discovery platforms in the world. #spotify
Taking our channels and content to one of the biggest content discovery platforms in the world. #spotify
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Sabio Holdings (#TSXV: #SBIO) (#OTCQB: #SABOF), is pleased to announce the closing of a new credit facility pursuant to the terms of a credit…
Sabio Holdings (#TSXV: #SBIO) (#OTCQB: #SABOF), is pleased to announce the closing of a new credit facility pursuant to the terms of a credit…
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Get ready for a killer weekend! 🎶 ‘All My Friends Are Dead’ brings candy-coated carnage to your screens. Don’t miss the latest from Marcus Dunstan…
Get ready for a killer weekend! 🎶 ‘All My Friends Are Dead’ brings candy-coated carnage to your screens. Don’t miss the latest from Marcus Dunstan…
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Feeling very honored and appreciative for the recognition as honoree in the Home Entertainment 40 Under 40, Class of 2024 by Media Play News!
Feeling very honored and appreciative for the recognition as honoree in the Home Entertainment 40 Under 40, Class of 2024 by Media Play News!
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Chris McGurk Talks Cineverse’s Streaming Gains Cineverse’s chairman and CEO, Chris McGurk, shared with FAST Festival viewers how the company is…
Chris McGurk Talks Cineverse’s Streaming Gains Cineverse’s chairman and CEO, Chris McGurk, shared with FAST Festival viewers how the company is…
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I've been part of a lot of film launches in my career, but this has been one of the most intense, innovative, and resilient ones yet! The…
I've been part of a lot of film launches in my career, but this has been one of the most intense, innovative, and resilient ones yet! The…
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MetaAI / Llama3.1 made me a superhero with powers related to the ocean. I am thinking this is my new profile picture … Thought ?
MetaAI / Llama3.1 made me a superhero with powers related to the ocean. I am thinking this is my new profile picture … Thought ?
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Lots of headlines lately about Streaming’s growth in June. Here’s the Nielsen report broken out into more detail. Fun Fact #1: More people watched…
Lots of headlines lately about Streaming’s growth in June. Here’s the Nielsen report broken out into more detail. Fun Fact #1: More people watched…
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Today, we’re beginning to roll out updates to our Prime Video streaming experience. With improved navigation, ease of exploration and more…
Today, we’re beginning to roll out updates to our Prime Video streaming experience. With improved navigation, ease of exploration and more…
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My alt poster for the classic #theshining and a tribute to the late, great Shelley Duvall. #digitalartwork 🩸##horrorart Warner Bros. Entertainment
My alt poster for the classic #theshining and a tribute to the late, great Shelley Duvall. #digitalartwork 🩸##horrorart Warner Bros. Entertainment
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