TVEs abuse of youth
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Annually about 45,000 media students who graduate into a very tiny number of jobs are ready to work for free or for low pay or 12-hour workdays just to hang on in the industry. Work experience being the only basis for entry into the industry, Television and Young People (TVYP) have introduced a scheme where 13 candidates are interviewed for six month placements at a minimum guaranteed wage. Pact has a voluntary work experience code of practice, while the industry regulator Ofcom is to publish results of a public consultation to improve performance with objectives set by the industry (with Skillset) and measured by an independent board.
Publication Name: Broadcast
Subject: Mass communications
ISSN: 0040-2788
Year: 2004
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Work that makes us sick
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The implications of working long unpaid hours for television industry employees and employers are discussed. Overtime often leads to burn-outs and health problems. The Trades Union Congress highlights the importance of employee efficiency and good work-life balance.
Publication Name: Broadcast
Subject: Mass communications
ISSN: 0040-2788
Year: 2007
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Hail the revolution
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Sky+ has achieved a massive success with its personal video recorder (PVR) service. British Broadcasting Corp. (BBC) too is conducting a market research to enter into the arena.
Publication Name: Broadcast
Subject: Mass communications
ISSN: 0040-2788
Year: 2005
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