Ryan Salazar

Ryan Salazar is the founder, publisher, and editor-in-chief of Broadcast Beat Magazine. Ryan has over 20 years of experience in the media industry, with a focus on audio and visual technology.

Salazar began their career in 1997 as an audio engineer and producer/director at ProComm Studios. In 1998, they transitioned to SunSpots Productions, where they served as chief technology officer for seven years. In this role, Salazar managed all audio, visual, and information technology operations for the company. Ryan also oversaw casting, estimating, scheduling, audio engineering, talent directing, web development, and marketing.

In 2005, Salazar left SunSpots Productions to launch AV Beat, a website that provided news and information about the audio/visual industry. After running AV Beat for nine years, Salazar transitioned to SMPTE LIVE in 2014, where they served as executive producer and on-camera talent. Ryan interviewed industry luminaries such as James Cameron, Douglas Trumbull, Billy Zane, and Richard Edlund.

In 2017, Salazar left SMPTE LIVE to launch Broadcast Beat Magazine. The magazine provides news and information about the audio/visual industry, with a focus on technology.