Chyron has announced the appointment of Ahmed Magd as sales director for the Middle East. Magd comes to Chyron with a strong leadership and live video production background, including previous senior commercial roles at Riedel Communications, Clear-Com, and Al Masa IT Distribution. His experience encompasses distributor and reseller management, key client relationships, and cross-border business development initiatives.

“We are pleased to have Ahmed join our growing team,” states Alain Polgar, senior vice president of sales, EMEA and APAC. “With deep expertise in broadcast operations and production workflows, Magd takes a consultative approach to guide media organisations as they adopt innovative technologies that enhance storytelling, improve operational efficiency, and support digital transformation.”

With almost two decades of experience in broadcast and media technology, Magd will be responsible for driving Chyron’s growth strategy across the Middle East, strengthening relationships with customers and partners, and helping broadcasters leverage Chyron’s industry-leading solutions for graphics, sports production, newsroom operations, and live content creation. Magd has a strong reputation for driving business growth, expanding partner ecosystems, and establishing market leadership in highly competitive environments.

“I’m excited to join Chyron at a transformative time for the broadcast industry in the Middle East,” Magd explains. “The region is experiencing unprecedented investment in sports broadcasting, live production, news modernization, and media infrastructure, creating significant opportunities for innovation and audience engagement. What attracted me to Chyron is its unique combination of industry heritage, technological innovation, and commitment to customer success. For decades, Chyron has been at the forefront of broadcast graphics and live production technology, empowering some of the world’s most compelling viewer experiences. With its current technology roadmap, focused on approaching the future with the highest quality, Chyron is uniquely positioned to help media organisations meet the evolving demands of modern audiences. I look forward to working closely with customers and partners across the region to expand Chyron’s presence and establish the company as the preferred graphics and live storytelling technology partner throughout the Middle East.”

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