MetaMedia's Journey: Jason Brenek Steps Down After Transforming Cinematic Experiences
Jason Brenek's Departure from MetaMedia
On March 31, 2025, MetaMedia, the pioneering cloud-based platform that transformed the delivery of movies, live events, and premium content, announced the departure of its founder and CEO, Jason Brenek. This transition follows the successful merger with Qube Cinema, a strategic move that has resulted in a powerful integration of services across 600 cinemas worldwide, covering over 30 major cinema chains.
A Legacy of Innovation
Jason Brenek's journey with MetaMedia began at CinemaCon seven years ago, in 2018. His vision for the company materialized after leaving IMAX Corporation, and in March 2020, he unveiled MetaMedia's platform powered by Microsoft Azure. Shortly after, theaters worldwide faced challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic, yet Brenek's leadership enabled the company to innovate during these unprecedented times.
Against all odds, Brenek spearheaded initiatives that offered new revenue streams to theater owners, facilitating unprecedented live and interactive experiences. These featured major concerts and events from global icons like Garth Brooks, Metallica, BTS, and Coldplay, as well as live esports tournaments from Activision Blizzard and engaging sports events from ESPN, UFC, and WWE. One of the standout milestones was the innovative multi-region interactive premiere of Sony Pictures' **