Broadcasting

:Note: broadcasting is also the old term for hand sowing. See also broadcasting (networks).

Business models of broadcasting

There are several dominant business models of broadcasting. Each differs in the method by which stations are funded:

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• individually-donated time and energy
• direct government payments or operation
• indirect government payments, such as radio and television licenses
• grants from foundations or business entities
• selling advertising or sponsorship
• public subscription or membership
• fees charged to all owners of TV sets or radios, regardless of whether they intend to receive that program or not

Broadcasters may rely on a combination of these business models. For example, National Public Radio, a non-commercial network within the United States, receives grants from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (which in turn receives funding from the U.S. government), by public membership, and by selling "extended credits" to corporations.

Related Topics:
Business model - National Public Radio - United States - Corporation for Public Broadcasting - Corporation

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