Zero Density, a leading provider of virtual studio and on-air graphics solutions, has announced a groundbreaking template-based workflow. This innovative approach allows broadcasters to manage virtual studios, augmented reality (AR), and extended reality (XR) experiences, alongside on-air graphics, all within a single, integrated platform.
Building on a decade of experience integrating Unreal Engine into broadcast workflows, Zero Density now extends its expertise to on-air graphics. Their new system offers a future-proof solution encompassing on-air graphics, video walls, stingers, virtual studios, and AR – all powered by Unreal Engine 5. The Lino workflow facilitates template-based graphics playout for both 2D/3D and virtual graphics, eliminating the need to switch between different platforms.
This streamlined approach enables faster turnaround times for graphics creation, freeing up valuable time for creative development and accommodating last-minute changes for news, weather, or sports broadcasts. The familiar interface and workflows allow motion graphics designers to leverage their existing skills and start creating content in Unreal Engine 5 within days, even without prior game engine experience.
Unlike traditional methods requiring separate tools for various graphic types (AR graphics, stingers, etc.), Zero Density offers optimized resource utilization. Broadcasters no longer need disparate tool sets for virtual studio production and on-air graphics. Reality5 ensures brand consistency across all graphics, maintaining a unified visual identity across different platforms and broadcasts.
This unified platform simplifies infrastructure, streamlines workflows, and delivers high-quality 2D/3D visuals rapidly. A key differentiator is Reality5’s state awareness for AR graphics, incorporating transition logic. This allows broadcasters to extend the same state-aware logic used in on-air graphics to AR, enabling dynamic, automated transitions. This automation reduces operator workload and enhances efficiency during high-pressure live shows.
Zero Density will preview this workflow at NAB Show 2025 (Booth SL4223), hosting exclusive talk sessions and happy hours. A virtual PostNAB Live webinar on May 22nd will showcase the highlights for those unable to attend.