Abstract
This writer presents the following application: "I am writing to apply for a position in the Broadcast and Media Communications program as it is my goal and passion to become a Director of Photography. My personal history includes an intense interest in television, film and camera work in general. I feel as though being behind the camera is like having a magnifying glass to the world; and it is my life goal to become part of the broadcast industry. For as long as I can remember, I have had a desire to work behind the scenes of a film or television show. My early inspiration came from the way many "Westernized" filmmakers interpreted Asian themes in film. Movies such as "Hero", "Fearless", and "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon" drove my desire to work as a director of photography, as I was captivated by the style intrinsic in the cinematography."

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"Dear Sir/Madam. I am writing to apply for a position in the Broadcast and Media Communications program as it is my goal and passion to become a Director of Photography. My personal history includes an intense interest in television, film and camera work in general. I feel as though being behind the camera is like having a magnifying glass to the world; and it is my life goal to become part of the broadcast industry. For as long as I can remember, I have had a desire to work behind the..."

Tags:television, bcit, application

Abstract
The paper argues that the broadcast model of communication, while superficially attractive, is not as sound as some of its chief "boosters" believe. The paper further argues that the dialogue model of communication which privileges privacy and security in inter-personal communications is - while assuredly not perfect and while certainly impossible to achieve 100% of the time - nonetheless valuable in a society wherein people are more likely to speak the truth and engage in vigorous debate if they feel their communications will be protected from the invasive gaze of others. The paper contends that it is rather naive to assume the superiority of the broadcast model when the dialogue model offers so many advantages.

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"The following paper will argue that the broadcast model of communication, while superficially attractive, is not as sound as some of its chief "boosters" believe; moreover, the dialogue model of communication which privileges privacy and security in inter-personal communications is - while assuredly not perfect and while certainly impossible to achieve 100% of the time - nonetheless valuable in a society wherein people are more likely to speak the truth and engage in vigorous debate if they feel their communications will be protected from the invasive gaze of others."

Tags:dialogue, model, communication

Abstract
This paper presents an analysis of the necessary skills required for a career in broadcast journalism (being a news anchor). It looks at the training and education required for the position and then discusses the tasks, duties and responsibilities that are essential in this career. The paper concludes by describing the future job outlook for broadcast journalism and related fields of work.

Table of Contents:
Description of the Career
Skills Required
Training and Education Required
Tasks, Duties and Responsibilities
Work Environment
Future Job Outlook
Related Occupations

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"There are a variety of skills required for those seeking to be a news anchor. First, and foremost, the individual must have outstanding reporting skills. In addition, they must have excellent on-air presentation skills. Live reporting skills are also typically essential to the job, as is excellent written and verbal communication skills. Because news anchors often report live, they must be able to think quickly and have strong problem solving abilities. In addition, the individual must be able to meet strict deadlines and be detail orientated. As in any career in journalism, a high-degree of ethics and standards is necessary to excel in the industry ("News Reporter")."

Tags:anchor, correspondent, presenter

Abstract
The paper examines racism in Canada as perpetuated by broadcast media.

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"The media is often cited as a culprit of racial stereotyping in North America. Since the media relies on advertising to fund its programming, it needs to appeal to a large demographic. This explains broadcast media's common use of generalizations not only of race, but of gender and age as well. While this is a good explanation for stereotypes in the media, it is not a good reason to use them. In Canada, broadcast media often perpetuates negative racial stereotypes of minorities..."

Tags:media, film, television, Michael Moore, news, racism, aboriginal

Abstract
This paper presents the author's struggle to decide if she wants to pursue a career as a broadcast journalist. The author outlines the drawbacks, including low wages and the extreme competition. She also discusses the educational requirements for the field, and the need to intern. Finally, she examines the particular struggle to find meaningful opportunities for women in TV news. The paper concludes with the author's decision to continue pursuing the field, despite the challenges.

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"Besides the extreme competition there are many other disadvantages in this career path. One of them is the pervasive low wages. According to Stone, "there's a widening gap between the salaries of anchors and news directors and those of the majority of staff. In small and middle markets, the basic news handlers-- reporters, photographers and producers--have lost ground to the cost of living in recent years." The obvious reason that attributes to the low wages is the aforementioned overabundance of applicants. They don't need to pay the entry-level people very well because many people are willing to take any job to get their foot in the door. A survey done in 1994 shows that the median salary for a reporter is around $21,000 and the top anchor $55,000; the sports and weather people fall somewhere in between. According to US News magazine's own survey conducted in 1997, the average salary for entry level journalism jobs in general, is around $22,000."

Tags:TV, television, anchor, woman, news, reporter, photographer, producer, salaries

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"The National Broadcast Corporation (NBC) is one of the "big three" television networks in the United States. NBC, along with the Columbia Broadcasting System (CBS) and the American Broadcasting Company (ABC) dominated television during its formative years, and today continue to be responsible for a large share of the entertainment programming. However, recent years have seen competition emerge from a variety of quarters. Cable television has made significant inroads into the traditional networks' markets, and the Fox network, owned by media magnate Rupert Murdoch, has begun to compete with the networks in traditional markets. In addition, the networks must contend with the proliferation of video cassette recorders (VCRs) which permit potential television viewers to watch prerecorded films, or to record shows off the air a ... "

Abstract
This paper provides a Porter's Five Forces analysis of the broadcast industry in conjunction with the case study on XM and Sirius radio. It encompasses the entire broadcast industry, including TV as well as radio.

Tags:Porter's Five Forces Analysis, broadcast industry, radio, TV, television, XM satellite radio, Sirius satellite radio, Sirius XM

Abstract
The paper explores how forceful the CRTC is when it comes to promoting multicultural broadcasting; the paper also looks at how aboriginal broadcasters have been treated by the CRTC since the early 1990s. Thereafter, the paper looks at how ethnic/multicultural broadcasters are licensed and why some might possibly be denied a license. Needless to say, in looking at how the CRTC seeks to engage and protect as many cultural groups as possible, a brief discussion is entertained looking at the potential dichotomy between the broad support for multiculturalism in broadcasting and the idea of promoting "Canadian cultural sovereignty". From there, the paper looks at how multicultural programming benefits the health of minority communities and at how non-ethnic broadcasters are treated when it comes to their ability to broadcast ethnic programs. Lastly, the paper explores how the CRTC interprets the federal legislation impacting upon it and how the case law appears to substantiate the CRTC's bold view of its own place in the regulatory framework of Canada. Finally, the paper concludes by looking at why multicultural broadcasting is needed in this country and why it also needs to be regulated - even if the CRTC occasionally gets things wrong.

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"The following paper will look at multicultural and ethnic broadcasting in Canada and the manner in which the CRTC has gone about ensuring that multiculturalism flourishes on Canadian airwaves. Specifically, the paper will explore how forceful the CRTC is when it comes to promoting multicultural broadcasting; the paper will also look at how aboriginal broadcasters (maybe the most under-appreciated ethnic broadcasters of all)..."

Tags:multiculturalism, canada, commission

Abstract
This paper analyzes and suggests solutions to the problems faced by Citadel Broadcasting Company, which owns many broadcast radio stations. First, the paper examines the causes of the problems faced by the company. This is followed by a detailed description of Citadel Broadcasting Company. Then the paper analyzes why share prices of Citadel have declined recently, suggesting several reasons. Four steps are suggested for improving Citadel's revenue. The paper concludes that if management follows these step the company could establish a financial report that would entice investors.

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"The cause of the problem is that many times perception is reality. The general perception of broadcast radio is that it is less a viable commodity than it formerly was. This is due to the fact that the number of individuals listening to broadcast radio has been steadily dropping over the last few years. Since the rates that radio broadcast stations can charge their advertisers are based on the amount of listeners, this decline directly affects radio's bottom line."

Tags:investors, revenue, economic downturn, radio, advertisement

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"Those who belittle ratings in the news business are naive...But it is how we get those ratings, what we do to make us competitive, that bothers me..." -- Walter Cronkite (May 10, 1976)

Introduction

Walter Cronkite, the most believable man in America, and the fictitious newsman Howard Beele in Paddy Chayevsky's "Network" share a common concern for broadcasting in the late 20th century. As ad dollars become scarcer, competition from independent networks and powerful cable programmers continue to shrink the market for traditional news presentations: offering news to viewers 24-hours a day. How "new" is news now when the viewer can ..."