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PROGRAM FORMAT

Preliminary Program Information
Program Scripts, Rough Cuts/Fine Cuts
Program Funder Names
Program Format
List of Production Credits
On-Air Treatment for Production Credits
On-Air Treatment for Produced Underwriting Spot
Underwriting Credit Clearance Form
Content Outline for Program Web Site at pbs.org
Episode Titles
Screening Cassettes (Clean)
Program Acceptance Agreement (PAA)
Promotional Print Materials
Interactive Content Announcement Clearance Form
On-Air Offer Clearance Form
Master and Back-up Tapes
Videotape Technical Evaluation
Screening Cassette with Burned-in Time Code (BITC)
Final Script for Captioning
On-Air Promotional Spots
Music and Visual Arts Cue Sheets
Program Web Site Content Material
Seasonal Press Kit Materials/PBS Press Materials
Additional Video Material


Definition

A rundown of the order and timings of all program packaging elements must be provided to Program Management prior to final picture lock. Program formats must adhere to the guidelines set forth in this manual. Programs that do not comply will need to be edited by the producer as required by PBS. This information is entered into ORION.
Production Schedule

Your Program Format is due immediately (prior to final picture lock).

Department

Program Management

Contact Phone Number

(703) 739-5010

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