Chapter 12The Production

Content is still king. Technology is a secondary thing for us. The responsibility of documenting—creatively, emotionally, journalistically—the games itself is really our goal.

Craig Janoff, Director

Producing the Remote

There is no set worldwide programming strategy formula for producing a successful television remote production. NBC’s Olympic Games coverage primarily consists of packaged programs on the main network. Other countries primarily program live, staying away from prepackaged or delayed programming.

Figure 12.1 Each producer and director must determine the best programming strategy for their specific audience.

Figure 12.1 Each producer and director must determine the best programming strategy for their specific audience. ...

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