Former BBC technical executive Narinder Ball joins EMG/Gravity Media as technology director
EMG/Gravity Media has appointed Narinder Ball to the role of technology director.
In her new job, which she starts in February, Ball will be responsible for overseeing the company’s technology strategy, driving innovation, and leading its technical teams to deliver cutting-edge solutions that support EMG / Gravity Media’s continued growth and success.
She has more than 25 years of experience in the tech industry, having previously held various leadership positions including technical executive and engineering manager at the BBC, where she was instrumental in leading the technical aspects across many high-profile sporting events including Wimbledon, the FA Cup and the London Marathon. She also oversaw complex workflows for the Commonwealth and Olympic Games.
Ball’s expertise in remote production workflows, broadcast infrastructure, connectivity solutions and an appreciation of changing consumer trends along with a proven track record of leading high-performing teams will play a pivotal role in advancing EMG / Gravity Media’s technological capabilities, the company said.
Charlie Cubbon, chief operating officer at EMG / Gravity Media added: “[Narinder’s] leadership, technical acumen, and strategic vision will be invaluable as we continue to innovate and expand our offerings. We are confident that she will help us achieve our ambitious goals and strengthen our position as a leader in the industry.”
Ball, commenting on her new role, said: “The combined Group has a tremendous foundation, and I look forward to collaborating with the talented team here to drive technological advancements that will create even greater value for our customers and stakeholders.”
As technology director, Ball will focus on driving technological innovation within the broadcasting and production landscape, including advancing content delivery platforms, optimising media workflows, and scaling infrastructure to support high-demand streaming and production environments.
Additionally, she will lead initiatives to enhance cybersecurity measures, ensuring the protection of sensitive content and data while also exploring new technologies to improve audience engagement, content personalisation, and overall viewer experiences.