Subtv (UK)

For the Finnish television channel, see Subtv.

Subtv Limited.

File:Subtv Company Logo.png
Type	Private
Founder	Peter Miles
Headquarters	Victoria, London, United Kingdom
Area served	United Kingdom
Key people	Simon Lent,Chairman. Nick Brown, COO
Number of employees	20
Website	http://www.subtv.co.uk/

Subtv is a linear interactive television channel available to watch online, on mobile devices, as well as on plasma screens in students' unions and universities within the United Kingdom. Subtv owns its own cable network where it broadcasts to 80+ British universities on plasma screens. As well as broadcasting standardised programming consisting solely of music videos, music programming and advertising, the channel also airs a mix of student-made content, messages and announcements specific to the unions, and interactive content.

History

The Subtv channel began broadcasting in 2003 within student union venues up and down the country via its own cable television network. Subtv has a cable television network of 700 42' plasma screens that reach over 1.76million 18-24yr olds, at 80+ Universities within the UK.

On 12 May 2014 Subtv launched its new on-line stream of its current Music Television Channel. The channel itself is a copy of the feed that is broadcast within the University network, with the exception that it ignores any music videos that do not comply with OFCOM regulations.

Since the launch Subtv have continued to grow and now offer cross-platform advertising and promotional campaigns that integrate the traditional broadcast methods via the Subtv screens with a dedicated on the ground production team, specific bluetooth distribution linked to the screens, event management and online activity.

Future

""Subtv"" is currently planning the future expansion of its channels and programming. Anyone is free to watch the Subtv Channel at http://www.sub.tv/live

Programmes

Subtv launched a range of music programmes on 19 September 2011, signalling a move away from the standard "jukebox" mix of music that had been the channels stable diet for the previous 3 years. A website was launched at http://www.subtv.co.uk for its online presence for the Channel.

Current

• New Music Hour - New music video show
• Top 20 Chart - Subtv Chart of the 20 biggest music videos selected by the viewers in the UK
• Top 40 Mix - The Top 40 biggest music videos
• Subtv Live - Live music performances, and interviews from bands or artists, presented by Tom McKeown & Ivan Berry
• Top 20 of.... - The Top 20 tracks of any previous year.
• Subtv Music News - The latest news from the world of music, presented by Goubran Bahou
• US*A List Chart - All the hits and more from across the pond. The US*A Top Hits Show is full of the freshest, hottest and up to date videos from our pals in good ol' USA.
• Pushed!- Artist of the Week - The latest music videos from upcoming artists.
• UK vs US - The hottest music from a range of US and UK artists.
• Subtv Classics - Classic songs hand-picked from decades ago.
• Vids to Get You Up - An hour of uplifting music.
• Best of British - Songs from British artists.
• This Time Last Year - Hits from the previous year.
• Chill Out Tunes - Music to chill out to after a hard day.
• Guys v Gals - The best tunes from the hottest male and female artists.
• Show Us Your Hits - Ivan Berry takes a satirical look at some of the newest music videos on Subtv.
• Subtv Picks - Subtv picks the best music videos.
• Ont' Sofa - Weekly music sessions on Subtv.
• Coffee House Sessions - Coffee house sessions are aired on Sundays.
• Urban Rundown - The latest urban music videos on Subtv.
• Threesome
• Best Collaborations - The hottest songs from the best collaborations.
• House Part-ay! - The best party music on Subtv.
• A-List Playlist
• Streaming Chart

Seasonal

• Top Spooky Tracks - The Top Halloween themed music videos
• Christmas Hits - The Top 40 biggest Christmas themed music videos
• Summer Classics - The best summer themed music videos
• The Best Of Subtv 20xx

In Production

• Subtv Music News - The latest news from the world of music, presented by Goubran Bahou
• Subtv Live - Live music performances, and interviews from bands or artists, presented by Tom McKeown, and Ivan Berry
• Top 20 Chart - A Weekly Subtv video chart of the 20 biggest music videos selected by the viewers, presented by Julia Lewis
• OverExposed - In-depth look at an artist, including a special interview and live session.
• Subtv Games Blast - The latest news from the world of gaming, presented by Goubran Bahou

On Hiatus

• The Best Of Subtv 2014 - The Top tracks selected by viewers.
• Student Radio Chart - The weekly chart from the Student Radio Association
• Live Nation Presents - Live Connection - Up coming bands live music performance
• BUKC - Latest racing coverage from the British Universities Karting Championship.

Presenters

Current

Ivan Berry (2013 - )

Sarah Lamptey (2014 - )

Tom McKeown (2012 - )

Goubran Bahou (2012 - )

Julia Lewis (2015- )

Carelle Mowatt (2014- )

Former

Emily Benammar (2012)

Cable Network Broadcast Technology

Content is stored locally on a network of servers installed at each installation. a Touch Screen accessible at each location allows for interaction with the application. Features include creating playlists of content from the catalogue, digital signage mode, DJ visuals and Sports Mode. Sports mode allow for the system to broadcast traditional TV via a TV tuner card. A distinct feature of the system is the two channel format, where 1 channel is used to display entertainment content and the other channel displays digital signage.

Stakeholders in Subtv's estate are encouraged to upload content to the screens installed in their environment, via a small website dedicated to content upload. In 2010 Subtv launched 'TouchScreen' an iPhone application, allowing consumers to select tracks and make dedications from their iPhone.

Apps

The Subtv music app allows students to select their favourite music videos, and get them up on the screen. The app also provides an extensive catalogue of music videos that can be added to the Subtv playlist in students' union bars across the UK.