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ITV controller of daytime programming Maureen Duffy has confronted many challenges in her first year, as the revamped soap "Crossroads" has not produced solid ratings and new programs have failed to attract audiences. Although Duffy has handled advertisers' demands well, she is still faced with the task of drawing viewers back to ITV.
Publication Name: Broadcast
Subject: Mass communications
ISSN: 0040-2788
Year: 2001
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Hidden talent
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The article describes the talents of Mark Wells, the controller of entertainment for Carlton Communications, citing his expertise and knowledge of entertainment programs. Wells is in charge of building the broadcaster's non-scripted comedy production, following the company's decision to shut down its comedy department.
Publication Name: Broadcast
Subject: Mass communications
ISSN: 0040-2788
Year: 2001
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Lifestyle's guru
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Grant Mansfield, director of programs at Granada Content, is well-known for his factual programming such as observational documentaries. His responsibilities at Granada now include daytime and drama programming as well as factual, and his management style has had to adjust to overseeing those areas.
Publication Name: Broadcast
Subject: Mass communications
ISSN: 0040-2788
Year: 2001
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