John Ward

John Ward is an experienced professional in the entertainment and media industry with a strong background in technical operations, production, and original content creation. Currently serving as a Senior Manager of Technical Operations at Prime Video & Amazon Studios since September 2022, John is responsible for leading operational teams and developing infrastructure for live events. Previously, John held key leadership roles, including Executive Vice President at Friend MTS, where leadership in sales and marketing across the Americas was demonstrated, and Executive Vice President / Chief Technical Officer at iNDEMAND, overseeing technical management in video-on-demand and pay-per-view. John's past experience includes senior positions at Deluxe Entertainment Services Group, AT&T, DIRECTV, and FOX Sports, offering a comprehensive understanding of video production, operations, and content management. John Ward holds a Bachelor of Arts in Humanities & Social Sciences with a concentration in Mass Communication from North Carolina State University.