International Dictionary of Broadcasting and Film
Edition: 2 edition
Publisher: Focal Press
Published: December 1999
Language: eng
Format: Paperback
Number of pages: 328
ISBN-13: 9780240803760
Subjects: Films, cinema; Reference works; Special kinds of photography; Dictionaries (Multi-Subject); Motion Pictures (General); Performing Arts; Pop Arts / Pop Culture; Cinema/Film: Book; Performing Arts/Dance; Film & Video - Direction & Production; Radio - Reference; Television - Direction & Production; Performing Arts / Radio / General; Performing Arts / Radio / Reference; Performing Arts-Film & Video - Direction & Production; Performing Arts-Television - Direction & Production; Dictionaries - General; Film & Video - General; Broadcasting; Cinematography; Dictionaries; Motion pictures; Video recordings
Description: "No matter what continent you're on, the distinct professional language of radio and television broadcasters and film and video makers remains the same. Revised to include the technologies, trends and policies of recent years, the International Dictionary of Broadcasting and Film, Second Edition is an easy-to-use guide to the professional jargon and terminology used to 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."--BOOK JACKET.
Notes: Second Edition