Developing a TV Production
Here is a general outline of the various stages a large TV production may go through, from the initial idea to the transmitted program.
1 PROGRAM IDEA
General assessment of the program idea. Considering how it could be developed and presented.
Where the program material already exists (e.g. a play), enquiries into availability (performance rights, etc.).
Where material is to be prepared and developed, commissioning a writer.
Potential costing. Feasibility assessment. Considering suitable presenters/actors/ performers.
2 RESEARCH
Research into the subject fgathering data, material availability, etc.).
3 SCRIPT DEVELOPMENT
A preliminary script (draft script/outline script) may be prepared. This shows the topics ...
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