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May 27th, 2008

FAQs

How can I find out when WIDE ANGLE is on in my area?
Go to TV Schedule to find out when WIDE ANGLE is broadcasting in your area.

Can I watch WIDE ANGLE programs online?
Several of our programs are online. Visit the Video page to see which programs are available. If you cannot view the program, it is because we do not have the right to stream the video in your territory.

Can I get a VHS/DVD of a WIDE ANGLE program?
At this time VHS and DVD copies of WIDE ANGLE programs are available for educational use only and can be purchased from Films Media Group.

How do I find out more information about a story I saw on WIDE ANGLE?
Go to Resources for links related to our stories.

Are there any resources for teachers to use WIDE ANGLE programs in the classroom?
Yes. Go to our For Educators section  for lesson plans, classroom tips and links to other resources.

Can I use content from the WIDE ANGLE Web site on my Web site?
No. The rights WIDE ANGLE purchases for images and the video clips that we use on our Web site do not extend to publication on any other Web site.

Can I make a copy of WIDE ANGLE’s Web site pages?
You may print a copy of a web page if you are using it for educational purposes such as teaching a class. Printing and distributing for any other purpose is not permitted.

Can I license WIDE ANGLE footage?
Yes. For more information call 212-560-8888.

How is WIDE ANGLE funded?
Funding for Wide Angle is provided by PBS, Ford Foundation, the William and Flora Hewlett Foundation, the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation, the Miriam and Ira D. Wallach Foundation, Judy and Josh Weston, the Estates of Helen and Sam Roseman, Bernard and Irene Schwartz, The Shelley & Donald Rubin Foundation, and the Dr. Robert C. and Tina Sohn Foundation. Corporate support is provided by Mutual of America Life Insurance Company. Additional funding for educational materials is provided by The Overbrook Foundation.

How do I submit my proposal / work in progress / finished film to WIDE ANGLE?
WIDE ANGLE collaborates with independent producers and international broadcasters on commissions and co-productions and acquires completed films for broadcast. If you are developing, producing or have completed a film on an international subject you think would be a match for WIDE ANGLE, find out how to submit your work to the series’ producers at Producing for WIDE ANGLE. You can learn more about stories covered in the 2007 season and previous years by checking out the Show Finder.

How can I work for WIDE ANGLE?
WIDE ANGLE has a small staff at WNET/Thirteen in New York and welcomes your application. However, there are very few openings each season. Most of our documentaries are produced under WIDE ANGLE’s supervision by independent companies.

Does WIDE ANGLE have internships?
WIDE ANGLE seeks highly motivated interns for its production season (June through September). We post job descriptions on the Thirteen site in January.

How do I submit a comment or suggestion to WIDE ANGLE?
WIDE ANGLE welcomes and appreciates your comments and suggestions for specific programs and for the series. Go to Feedback to let us know what you’re thinking.

How can I contact WIDE ANGLE?
WIDE ANGLE
WNET.org
450 West 33rd Street
New York, NY 10001
Tel: 212-560-3004
Fax: 212-560-8279

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Funding for Wide Angle is provided by PBS, Ford Foundation, the William and Flora Hewlett Foundation, the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation, the Miriam and Ira D. Wallach Foundation, Judy and Josh Weston, the Estates of Helen and Sam Roseman, Bernard and Irene Schwartz, The Shelley & Donald Rubin Foundation, and the Dr. Robert C. and Tina Sohn Foundation. Corporate support is provided by Mutual of America Life Insurance Company. Special funding for Time for School 3 is provided by Ida C. Schwartz, in memory of Bernard S. Schwartz; Carnegie Corporation of New York; and Paul P. Tanico. Additional funding for educational materials is provided by The Overbrook Foundation.