Veritone signs NCAA archive deal
August 13, 2024

Veritone, a specialist in building human-centered enterprise AI solutions, has announced a multi-year agreement with the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) to serve as its official global archive of record and exclusive, worldwide footage agent for all NCAA championship content. The agreement will leverage Veritone’s advanced AI-powered Digital Media Hub (DMH) platform, including its licensing capabilities, to enhance the storage, management and distribution of the NCAA’s championship media assets.
Veritone’s AI-powered digital asset management solution, DMH, provides the NCAA a scalable and easily accessible archive for its collection of championship content from Division I, II and III women’s and men’s championships. The agreement will help ensure that media from NCAA championships are meticulously cataloged, organised and searchable for licensing clients and future use among key stakeholders including NCAA broadcast partners, member institutions, marketing and social media teams.
Veritone says its licensing capabilities empower the NCAA to monetise its championship content more effectively across documentary, editorial, advertising and entertainment verticals. The platform’s AI-driven search and retrieval functions will enable identification and licensing of relevant footage, meeting the demand for sports content across various media platforms, while also enabling Veritone to manage social media content claiming initiatives and anti-piracy efforts on behalf of the NCAA.
“We are excited to continue our relationship with Veritone as our official global archive and footage licensing agent,” said Chris Termini, NCAA Managing Director of Championships External Operations. “This collaboration will allow us to preserve and share the rich history of NCAA championships while providing enhanced accessibility and licensing opportunities. Veritone’s tech-driven solutions align perfectly with the NCAA’s commitment to innovation and our goal of showcasing the achievements of student-athletes across divisions.”
“Our relationship with the NCAA underscores Veritone’s commitment to revolutionising digital media management in the sports industry,” said Ryan Steelberg, president and chief executive officer, Veritone. “Our AI-powered solutions will not only safeguard the NCAA’s historical championship content, but also enhance its value through streamlined management and innovative licensing opportunities.”
Veritone has provided a key service in the support of student athletes for over a decade and specialises in name, image and likeness clearances for NCAA video licensees and Corporate Champions and Partners. Student athletes can also access the NCAA library for personal use and to obtain assets for paid, third-party sponsorships and endorsements.