David Shield

SVP Global Director of Engineering & Technology, IMG

David Shield is currently global director of engineering & technology for IMG Media. After a spell at BBC Television Centre, he joined Champion TV, formed to provide the UK’s first satellite sports channel on BSB, as head of sound.

He later joined IMG as technical operations manager and was promoted to senior vice-president in 1999. He has overseen the continued expansion of IMG’s studio and post-production facilities, culminating in their move to IMG Studios in 2013. IMG Studios is London’s largest facility owned by an independent production company. David has greatly expanded the distribution business of IMG Media, which includes Premier League Football, Rugby World Cup and Wimbledon, among many other properties.