Drama and children’s programming remain the focus for a new look ABC in 2021 as the broadcaster aims for greater fluidity between its platforms, according to director of entertainment and specialist Michael Carrington.
Like many of its neighbours in the free-to-air space, the ABC has altered its model in the past 12 months to better navigate a post-pandemic landscape.
This has included the introduction of ABC TV Plus as a replacement for ABC Comedy, as well as the launch of the Fresh Start Fund, $5 million of development money that aims to assist the independent production through Covid.
There have also been consolidation measures, such as $5 million in cuts to the commissioning of independent production, a move likely to impact the factual slate in the short-term.
Speaking about the year ahead, Carrington tells If the success of shows such as political drama Total Control, as well as children’s programs Bluey and...
Like many of its neighbours in the free-to-air space, the ABC has altered its model in the past 12 months to better navigate a post-pandemic landscape.
This has included the introduction of ABC TV Plus as a replacement for ABC Comedy, as well as the launch of the Fresh Start Fund, $5 million of development money that aims to assist the independent production through Covid.
There have also been consolidation measures, such as $5 million in cuts to the commissioning of independent production, a move likely to impact the factual slate in the short-term.
Speaking about the year ahead, Carrington tells If the success of shows such as political drama Total Control, as well as children’s programs Bluey and...
- 2/11/2021
- by Sean Slatter
- IF.com.au
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