xG Technology, Inc.  has announced that Jeff Cohen has joined its IMT Vislink operations as Key Account Manager for the newsnet solution. Jeff will be responsible for identifying and closing newsnet business opportunities in targeted broadcasting organisations.

newsnet is a next-generation newsgathering solution that helps broadcasters bring studio workflows to the field. It reportedly allows them to leverage their licensed broadcast spectrum assets to enable reliable bidirectional IP network transmissions.

Commenting on the appointment, John Payne IV, president of IMT USA, said: “We are excited to welcome Jeff Cohen to our team. His deep technical and engineering background in the broadcast sector, and impressive track record of sales success in the television, film and digital media industries make him the ideal candidate to drive the uptake of the newsnet solution among broadcasters.”