Directing and producing for television

Directing & Producing for Television affords the reader a step-by-step approach to television directing and producing. The emphasis is on the hands-on portion of the director's job in preproduction, production, and post production. It approaches these tasks by examining each format and the procedures it requires, including panel shows, music formats, narrative forms, demonstrations, public service announcements, news and documentary programs, etc. Finding that students are adept at handling equipment but often lacking in actual production technique. Directing & Producing for Television addresses what outlines are needed by whom and why, how to mark a script, what a rehearsal agenda ought to be, and more.