The Women Who Made Television

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    The early days of Australian television has long been focused on presenters Bruce Gyngell and the Packer family. But behind the scenes, women worked as "scriptos", producers and directors. Media historian Jeannine Baker discusses their crucial but long-hidden role in making TV happen.

    Period23 Nov 2021

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    • TitleLate Night Live with Phillip Adams
      Degree of recognitionInternational
      Media name/outletAustralian Broadcasting Corporation, Radio National
      Media typeRadio
      Country/TerritoryAustralia
      Date23/11/21
      DescriptionThe early days of Australian television has long been focused on presenters Bruce Gyngell and the Packer family. But behind the scenes, women worked as "scriptos", producers and directors. Media historian Jeannine Baker discusses their crucial but long-hidden role in making TV happen.
      URLhttps://www.abc.net.au/radionational/programs/latenightlive/women-in-australian-tv/13635456
      PersonsJeannine Baker
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