Revised, this text provides coverage of changes in television production over recent years. Features include: a new section on the history of production; an expanded section on pictorial elements - sets and graphics; extensive revision of the chapter entitled Function and operation of the video recorder, which takes into account new, smaller formats; and a new chapter on producing which covers budgeting and cost control. The text is intended for students of journalism, mass communication, radio, TV and film, and telecommunications students.