International Dictionary of Broadcasting and Film

This easy-to-use reference tool is a guidebook to the professional jargon and terminology that is used to communicate effectively. In addition to defining terms from A-Z and explaining acronyms and abbreviations, the entries include information on professional organizations.

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No matter what continent you're on, the distinct professional language of radio and television broadcasters and film and video makers remains the same. This easy-to-use reference tool is a guidebook to the professional jargon and terminology that is used to effectively communicate thoughts and ideas throughout the world.



In addition to defining terms from A-Z and explaining acronyms and abbreviations, the entries include information on professional organizations, guilds, festivals and awards. Appendices contain tables of international television and film standards,
frequencies and channels, and a list of national and international news agencies and their standard abbreviations.