African Americans in Television: Behind the Scenes (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781433110399)

From Frank's Place through Soul Food and Girlfriends, the increased involvement of African Americans in the production of television images has impacted the way television portrays the diversity of American life. Yet little research has been done to explore how minority television workers see their role as creators. This book explores television and race from the perspective of industry writers, producers, directors, and executives. Listening to those directly involved in bringing diversity to television helps uncover the process whereby difference is created and recreated in both the workplace, and on the television screen. Suitable for classes in race, gender, media, media culture, diversity and the media, and African Americans and popular culture, the book will also be of interest to those wishing to enter the television industry, providing insight from workers who have succeeded in an increasingly competitive business.

Author: Gregory Adamo
ISBN-10: 1433110393
ISBN-13: 9781433110399
Publisher: Peter Lang Inc., International Academic Publi
Language: English
Published: 09/03/2010
Pages: 202
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.64lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.45d

Review Citation(s):
Reference and Research Bk News 02/01/2011 pg. 225