The television handbook - Patricia Holland

The Television Handbook provides a critical introduction to both the theory and practice of the television industry. Patricia Holland considers the history and structure of UK television at a time of rapid change and explores the implications of the cable, satellite and digital revolution. The Television Handbook offers practical advice on many aspects of programme making from commissioning through to the post production process. It discusses important genres and concepts such as narrative, documentary and news, and analyses the 'ordinary television' of sport and daytime programming. Specialist chapters from James Curran, Tony Dowmunt and Robin Small consider Newsnight and television journalism, access programming and production management. The Television Handbook bridges the gap between theory and practice and brings together a wide range of information on all aspects of television. It includes interviews with major television figures such as Stuart Cosgrove and Phil Redmond, with innovative producers and directors, and with many other practitioners from trainees to commissioning editors.;The Television Handbook includes: * Interviews with innovative producers, directors and editors * Illustrated advice on camera, sound and editing practice * Information on courses and funding for independent production * A glossary of specialist terms * A comprehensive list of references, key texts and television programmes.