CHAPTER 1

The Media Industries: Segments, Structures, and Similarities

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CONTENTS

Chapter Objectives

Introduction

Structure and Characteristics of the Media Industries

A Day in the Life of Craig Robinson

Common Characteristics of the Segments of the Media Industries

Summary

What’s Ahead

Case Study 1.1 Media Expansion

Case Study 1.2 Planning Ahead for Success

References

Internet Resources

CHAPTER OBJECTIVES

The objective of this chapter is to provide you with information about:

  • The structure and characteristics of the content industries
  • The segments that make up the content industries

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