All Broadcast articles in 2 May 2013 – Page 3
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NewsHulu lands Moone Boy
US online video platform Hulu has snapped up BBC Worldwide comedy Moone Boy - and continues to beef up its original programming portfolio with its debut animated series and a period western.
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RatingsTLC launches with 200k peak
US import Breaking Amish was TLC’s highest rating show on Tuesday - as the Discovery-owned channel peaked with over 200,000 viewers on its launch night.
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NewsHarmonic adds Netflix transcoding presets
Harmonic has introduced Netflix-specific presets for its ProMedia Carbon file-based transcoder.
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CommentErasing traditional distribution
Anita O’Donnell on the growing importance of effective delivery in a VoD market.
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WRN Broadcast launches OTT distribution service
WRN Broadcast has launched an OTT distribution service.
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NewsTipping Point wins primetime slot
ITV is upgrading its hit daytime quiz Tipping Point to a primetime slot after ordering a new series which will see celebrities compete for charity.
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NewsTwofour appoints Middle East chief
UK indie Twofour has hired Paul Harper as general manager of the company’s fledgling Middle Eastern operation.
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NewsViasat poaches Tivo boss
Viasat has poached Virgin Media’s Tivo exec Aleks Habdank to become chief operating officer of its pay TV business in emerging markets.
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NewsC&I doubles up Britain’s Darkest Taboos
Crime & Investigation has ordered two series of crimes doc Britain’s Darkest Taboos from ITV Studios.
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VideoVIDEO: BBC's Stephenson on drama and tax breaks
The BBC’s controller of drama on Jimmy McGovern’s forthcoming Australian period drama and the benefits of tax breaks for UK producers.
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NewsABC books Gogglebox for talent contest
US network ABC is developing You’re Booked, a new talent contest format from Gogglebox Entertainment.
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NewsBBC to publish bullying and sexual harassment review
The BBC is tomorrow expected to publish the findings of Dinah Rose’s inquiry into bullying and sexual harassment at the corporation.
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The Broadcast InterviewJimmy Mulville, Hat Trick Productions
Hat Trick’s co-founder talks to Lisa Campbell about Thatcher’s TV legacy, how he’d revolutionise the BBC - and the benefits of a good cup of coffee.
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CommentWill ITV have the last laugh?
Broadcaster’s bold move in comedy is a risk worth taking says Broadcast editor Lisa Campbell.
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RatingsS4C top as commissions fall
The latest data from the Broadcast Greenlight index shows the Welsh PSB ordering the most shows, but which indies and commissioners have been the busiest?
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CommentReality is today’s Shakespeare
Success of shows depends on a defined act structure, says John Yorke
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Behind The ScenesHunt For Britain's Sex Gangs, C4
Documenting the grooming and exploitation of girls in Bradford for 17 years has had many obstacles, not least officials in denial and fears of race-related violence, says Anna Hall
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CommentIs social TV a friend or foe?
Understanding the potential of the second screen is all in the mind, writes James Hier.
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FeaturesHow to create a personal brand
In the modern media industry, where introductions are casual and networking is the name of the game, how you are perceived by others can have a tangible effect on your career.
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NewsUKTV takes on ITV3 with Drama channel launch
UKTV is set to go head to head with ITV3 with the launch of Drama, a new channel on Freeview.