Summary
Contents
This is a practical guide for writers, producers and others who use radio dramas as the vehicle to bring about behaviour change among socioeconomically disadvantaged communities in the developing world. Divided into three parts, the first argues for the power of radio to initiate change and stresses the need for careful planning of programmes; the second describes in detail the duties of the programme manager; while the third provides guidance and tips for script writers. Esta de Fossard is Senior Communication Advisor and Professor at the Johns Hopkins University's Bloomberg School of Public Health, Center for Communication Programs. She previously taught at the universities of Southern California, Ohio and George Mason.
The Program Manager and the Writing Process
The Program Manager and the Writing Process
The program manager ensures that all scripts adhere to the design document.
Topics
- Script Preparation
- Selecting and Contracting with the Writers
- Writing the Script
- Sample Script-tracking System
- Script Presentation
- Guidelines for Team Writing
- Script Review
- Briefing the Script Review Panel
- Guidelines for Reviewers
- Review Steps for Radio Serial Dramas
- Support Materials
- Guidelines for Preparing Printed Support Materials
- Other Support Materials
- Promotional Materials
- Guidelines for Preparing Promotional Materials
- Promotion Suggestions
Script Preparation
When the design document has been completed and approved, it is time for writing to begin on a continuous basis. If several writers have been invited to audition for the job, these audition packages must now be examined and the final choice made. The selection of a competent and appropriate writer can be a difficult task.