GlobeNewswire Inc | Sep 17, 2020 02:33PM EDT

September 17, 2020

In Conjunction with Avid Reseller MelroseMAC, QSR Systems Enhances Its Capacity to Support Film and Broadcast Content Creators as Their Workflows Evolve

BURLINGTON, Mass., Sept. 17, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- One of Hollywoods top providers of post-production technology rentals, QSR Systems, has entered a 10-year software subscription agreement with Avid (NASDAQ: AVID) to dramatically expand its ability to readily supply creative tools to its film and broadcast clients. QSR Systems new long-term subscription agreement doubles the companys available pool of Media Composerediting system licenses, available either on-premises or in the cloud. One of Avids top resellers, MelroseMAC, was instrumental in establishing this new agreement.

QSR Systems and Avid have been closely partnered for more than 15 years. This new agreement effectively transforms their ongoing collaboration in order to better support the creative communitys rapidly evolving content creation workflow needs. In addition to leveraging Avid creative tools, QSRs data management practice delivers full-service content storage and asset management based on Avid hardware and software solutions for short-term production projects as well as long-term secure archiving.

While were proud to serve the best and brightest creators in media and entertainment, the way we go to work for these clients absolutely has to help them to adjust to these changing times, Doug Cavaliere, President, QSR Systems. Were taking full advantage of Avids subscription program to ensure well retain the flexibility our clients can rely on for a very long time to come.

Today more than ever, studios and broadcasters need fast access to highly cost-conscious and flexible solutions through close partners that are ready to change how theyre collaborating to help keep production commitments on track, said Tom Cordiner, Chief Revenue Officer, Avid. QSR Systems has now gone much further to cement its value to Hollywoods creative community. At Avid, were very pleased that our subscription offerings are being put to work to give new strategic strength to key players in the media and entertainment ecosystem like QSR Systems.

About QSR SystemsQSR Systems is the leading west coast provider of post-production edit and storage systems, certified Work-from-Home editorial solutions, on-set media management tools, and lab-based transcoding/archive/upload services. Founded in 1991, weve built our reputation on two primary pillars: provide unmatched customer service and take exceptionally good care of our people. First and foremost, were an engineering-based company poised to invent. When files got larger, we built a proprietary transcoding lab. When cloud delivery replaced hard drives, we huddled with key OTTs. Wherever technology travels, we find solutions.

About MelroseINC MelroseINC is a Los Angeles-based system integrator specializing in Post-Production, Broadcast and Network Security. It is a WBENC-certified (Womens Business Enterprise National Council), woman-owned technology sales, service and solutions provider. Established in 2003, MelroseMAC is an Avid Elite Reseller, and an Apple Premier Sales and Service Provider. Digital media professionals and enthusiasts rely on us to design and implement various workflows. Through our business division, we help small, medium and enterprise level businesses seeking technology solutions to improve their IT, employee productivity, asset management and mobility.

About AvidAvid delivers the most open and efficient media platform, connecting content creation with collaboration, asset protection, distribution, and consumption. Avids preeminent customer community uses Avids comprehensive tools and workflow solutions to create, distribute and monetize the most watched, loved and listened to media in the worldfrom prestigious and award-winning feature films to popular television shows, news programs and televised sporting events, and celebrated music recordings and live concerts. With the most flexible deployment and pricing options, Avids industry-leading solutions include Media Composer, Pro Tools, Avid NEXIS, MediaCentral, iNEWS, AirSpeed, Sibelius, Avid VENUE, FastServe, and Maestro. For more information about Avid solutions and services, visitwww.avid.com, connect with Avid onFacebook,Instagram, Twitter,YouTube,LinkedIn, or subscribe toAvid Blogs.

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