Paulsen, Karl

International Dictionary of Broadcasting

Still the only reference that is international in scope, The International Dictionary of Broadcasting, now in it's Third Edition, is a comprehensive guide to professional broadcasting terminology. Definitions for terms in many major countries. Entries also include information on professional organizations, festivals, and awards. Appendices contain tables of international television standards, frequencies and channels, and a list of national and international news agencies and their standard abbreviations. So, no matter what continent you are on, the distinct professional language of radio and television broadcasters will be at your fingertips.