Broadcast/Cable Programming: Strategies and Practices [Hardcover]

Susan Tyler Eastman (Author), Douglas A. Ferguson (Author)

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Publication Date: October 7, 1996 | ISBN-10: 0534507441 | ISBN-13: 978-0534507442 | Edition: 5th

This text discusses the electronic media programming process and the kinds of issues and strategies that are prominent in the field today.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 496 pages
• Publisher: Wadsworth Pub Co; 5th edition (October 7, 1996)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0534507441
• ISBN-13: 978-0534507442
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 7.5 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.9 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,580,087 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4.0 out of 5 stars Very Informative!, November 10, 2003

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Dr. W. G. Covington, Jr. (Edinboro, Pennsylvania) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Broadcast/Cable Programming: Strategies and Practices (Hardcover)

This textbook provides a thorough overview of the field of broadcast/cable programming. Industry terms are clearly defined and incorporated into the description of the various topics covered. The book is divided into easily identifiable cataegories, which assists in digesting the material.

It's appropriate that a book of this nature start with a discussion of the central theme, in this case programming. That is done quite well in the first chapter. The constraints unique to the broadcasting industry are at the core of the industry and are addressed in that manner.

Audience research is essential to professional program executives doing their work well. That's the topic of the second chapter. Again, industry terminology is explained.

Numerous broadcast experts had their insight to the various issues throughout the book. There is a diversity of perspectives presented. Various organizational structures are included. Radio, television, cable, national, local, and non-profit are all part of the mix. This book is an excellent overview for readers seeking to be introduced to the subject matter.