
In this episode of nxt|pod, we’re joined by Magdalena Muhr - aka Maggie - from Mapcreator.io, a powerful mapping tool that’s changing how broadcasters and content creators visualise and present data.We explore how real-time geodata, interactive maps, and cloud-based graphics are reshaping storytelling in broadcast and digital media—and how even the most complex maps can now be created by anyone in seconds.
💡 What we explore in this episode:
✅ Maggie’s journey from Austria to leading innovation in mapping tech
✅ Why maps are essential to fight misinformation & improve viewer trust
✅ How Mapcreator empowers newsrooms with real-time, data-driven visuals
✅ The integration with tools like Adobe After Effects, Illustrator & nxtedition
✅ Why cloud-based map creation beats traditional static workflows
✅ The role of AI in maps—beyond automation into contextual intelligence
✅ The rise of AR/VR-driven geo-visual storytelling
✅ Why influencers & broadcasters both need better visual tools
✅ Cross-platform map design: From phones to studio touchscreens
🎯 Who should watch this episode?
🔹 Journalists & producers embracing visual storytelling
🔹 Broadcast designers and newsroom editors
🔹 Data journalists and digital content teams
🔹 Creators and influencers exploring rich media formats
🔹 Anyone curious about mapping, AI, or newsroom innovation
📍 Find out more about Maggie & Mapcreator
🌍 Website: https://mapcreator.io
🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mmuhr/
📺 Explore more from nxtedition:🌐 Website: https://www.nxtedition.com
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