Pivot Productions (2025)

18/08/2025

Pivot Productions started as an idea during the UK COVID lockdowns of 2020 and has grown into five years of live broadcast innovation. 🎉

Paul Tapner Eventing Team was thinking about using PTZ cameras for the Event Rider Masters Sporting Series. He had been repeatedly told by PTZ broadcast experts that there wasn't a way to cover the very large outdoor areas that Equestrian Eventing sport ran over with remotely controlled PTZ cameras; most systems were built for stadiums. 📹

Undeterred and up for the challenge, Paul teamed up with tech whizz Ben Norton, and together they designed a system to use weatherproof PTZ cameras over long distances via fibre optic cables. The result? High-quality, cost-effective outside broadcasts that could cover vast areas - something that had never been done before.

As soon as the COVID lockdown allowed, the system was tested at a pilot event at Chedington Equestrian , and straight away Pivot was professionally broadcasting to multiple channels using the new bespoke outdoor long-range PTZ camera system. Since then, Pivot has gone from equestrian events to motorsport, fashion shows, reality TV, and more, with our cameras now travelling worldwide to do their job. 🌍

We continue to innovate, combining PTZ and traditional manned cameras to give clients the ultimate perspective on live sports and events. Here’s to continuing to grow, push boundaries, and tell incredible stories for years to come.

Thank you to everyone who has been part of our journey so far, our 5th birthday wouldn’t be possible without you! 🙌

06/08/2025

Community-powered coverage from Burgham International 🎥

Last weekend, we delivered four full days of cross-country eventing from the Burgham International Horse Trials , broadcasting every stride live for ClipMyHorse.TV Great Britain 🙌

Huge congratulations to Piggy March , who led from the front riding Halo, finishing on an incredible dressage score of 19.8 to convincingly win one of the CCI4*-S classes. Proudly sponsored by Project Pony ! 🏆

What made this event special?

With commentary led by the brilliant Ben King, and support from our long-time collaborator Tapner Eventing Team , the broadcast brought the excitement and emotion of top-tier British Eventing sport to screens worldwide.

This was a true community production, crewed by passionate eventing fans, along with a few willing (and occasionally roped-in!) brothers, sons, and partners. It’s this collaborative spirit that powers our unique model: professional-standard coverage with a grassroots heart.

We’re proud to support both Fédération Equestre Internationale and FEI Eventing in showcasing the sport on an international stage - at a fraction of the expected cost.

👉 Want to bring this model to your next event?
Let’s get your sport in front of a global audience:
🔗 https://pivotproductions.tv/community-broadcast/

18/07/2025

At the start of July, Pivot Productions was on-site at Aston le Walls Equestrian Centre, delivering full broadcast coverage of the eventing action for Horse & Country TV .

Congratulations to Max Warburton Eventing , the stand-out winner of the CCI4* class... a brilliant performance! 🏆

This event also gave us the chance to put some new kit to the test, enabling fast-turnaround rider interviews from multiple locations around the equestrian centre, all incorporated seamlessly into the live broadcast. 🎙️🚀

With commentary from the amazing Lucinda Green MBE , Ben King, and Ginny Howe Eventing , and a stellar crew including Alex Byrd, Tapner Eventing Team , Mark Jennings, and our friends at Feral Film & Broadcast , it was a real team effort to bring top-quality sport to the screen.

Whether it's rider reactions, on-the-ground insight or remote camera control, we’re always pushing for more creative, flexible coverage. We’re proud to support the growth of eventing sport, and to work alongside organisations like British Eventing Official , Fédération Equestre Internationale , and FEI Eventing to share these stories with a wider audience. 📡

🙏 Thanks to and all partners who help make these events possible.

👉 Want your sporting event broadcast to the world?
Let’s talk about how Pivot Productions can help bring your event to a wider audience:
🔗 https://pivotproductions.tv/sports-live-broadcasting/

26/06/2025

🎥 Live from the Defender Bramham Horse Trials !

We’re proud to have brought you every moment of this incredible event for Horse & Country TV, featuring outstanding performances from competitors like Bubby Upton Eventing and Yasmin Ingham Eventing ... congratulations to both for their fantastic wins! 🐎🏆

Big thanks to our commentators Ben King, Saffron Cresswell eventing and Nicole Brown Media for their insight that helps tell the story as it unfolds. Shoutout to all of our amazing crew who come together from ViewPress, TV Overload, Park Coms and Feral Film & Broadcast to make the magic happen behind the scenes.

Covering such a prestigious event, sponsored by Defender , with our cutting-edge remote PTZ cameras, spread over many kilometres of countryside, shows exactly why Pivot Productions is trusted for live broadcasts across challenging outdoor venues.

Want your event covered by a team who knows the sport and the tech? Let’s talk!

28/05/2025

Behind the Broadcast at Belsay1 BE International Event 2025. 🎥

2 live days. 1 greenfield site.
Oh, and 1 very flat trailer tyre. 😅

But nothing stops a Pivot production. From setting up remote PTZ cameras in the middle of nowhere to capturing every stride, stumble, and celebration, we delivered live coverage of CCI4*, Advanced, and Novice classes at this year’s Belsay BE.

📡 Weatherproof, long-distance PTZ camera control
🎙️ Real-time commentary
🚛 Large-scale production in wild locations
💪 Even with a blowout, we kept the show rolling

We’re not just about reliable tech. We’re storytellers. And this was a story worth sharing!

This was a Pivot Community Broadcast: https://pivotproductions.tv/community-broadcast/ 🔗

National Governing Body - British Eventing Official
International Governing Body - Fédération Equestre Internationale
Venue - Belsay International Horse Trials
Eventing Department of International Governing Body - FEI Eventing
Production Company - Pivot Productions
Commentators - Ben King & Saffron Cresswell eventing (this is the first time we used Saffron, and we got a great reception! We were also really pleased to be able to make physical modifications to our commentary studio to enable Saffron ease of access into the studio as a wheelchair user 🙌)
Crew - Tapner Eventing Team , University of Sunderland , Ella Jackson, Joss Stewardson, Tom Strong & Bobby Winter
Channel - Horse & Country TV
And a huge congratulations to competitor Piggy March riding Halo and winning the 4* Short Class! - Piggy March

20/03/2025

Awesome☀️day for a site visit to Blenheim Palace to plan how we are all going to make the Fédération Equestre Internationale European FEI Eventing Championships a top class event at the Agria Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials September event this year.

An honour to be able to work with a legend of British Eventing Official sport; Mark Phillips, whose CV as both an Event Rider and a XC Course Designer is phenomenal.

This pic is just a few of the many people who met today to plan this great event at this great venue.

From Left to right;
Mark Phillips, Helen West , Andrew Tempkin , Gary Parsonage , David Evans , Paul Tapner Eventing Team

28/02/2025

We had a great weekend broadcasting the Bates Saddles British Eventing Official Arena Eventing Finals for Horse & Country TV at Aston Le Walls EC.

You can watch all the action back on demand on Horse & Country TV channel - www.horseandcountry.tv . If you were a competitor and wish to purchase your round, you can download your clip at £20 per round or free if you are a Gold H&C+ member from here - https://horseandcountry.tv/get-my-clip

Congratulations to all competitors in all 4 classes, in particular the WINNERS!
⭐️BE80 - Laura Whitfield & Valley of Dreams
⭐️BE90 - Isla Davis & Godieta’s Miracle
⭐️BE100 - Fiona Patty & Earl Grey VII
⭐️BE100 Open - Saffron Levine & Paddy Jo

With special thanks to Bolin Technology whose unique Ex-Ultra Outdoor PTZ Camera (EXU248F) was used to capture every second of the action👏🙏

24/01/2025

Every event has its own unique challenges, and at Pivot Productions, we make sure our approach is perfectly matched to your production needs. Whether it’s a live sporting competition or a one-off event, our team is committed to delivering professional broadcasts that align with your budget and goals.

From traditional TV to online platforms, trust us to make your broadcast seamless and successful. Get in touch today to discuss your next project: https://bit.ly/40JTFhD

15/01/2025

A busy week at Pivot Productions getting ready to send all of our weatherproof outdoor PTZ cameras to be used for another reality TV show.

Our dry hire is simple — whether you need specialist cameras, control systems, or full production solutions, our kit is prepped, tested, and ready to integrate seamlessly into your workflows.

08/01/2025

In TVBEurope's latest article looking into where production is heading in 2025, Paul Tapner discusses how as paywall strategies evolve, collaboration between rights holders and broadcasters could unlock new ways to engage wider audiences. Shared platforms may help strike the right balance – maintaining exclusivity for core fans while making content more accessible.

In production, hybrid camera setups – combining PTZ and traditional manned cameras – are set to enhance both efficiency and quality, offering a flexible approach to live sports coverage.
Read the full article: https://bit.ly/40kk7OS

06/01/2025

Take your live broadcasts anywhere with the Pivot OB Van – a reliable and adaptable production facility designed for seamless performance in any environment.

Get in touch and let’s talk about how the Pivot OB Van can elevate your broadcasts.

01/01/2025

Happy New Year from Pivot Productions! As 2025 begins, we’re ready to support your live events with seamless broadcast solutions. From outdoor sports to large-scale productions, our expertise in PTZ cameras ensures every moment is captured perfectly. Here’s to another year of delivering high-quality coverage!

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