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Channel 4 reorganizes

Mark Thompson, Channel 4's new chief exec, is beginning to make his presence felt at the U.K. pubcaster. Starting August 5, C4 puts into effect a new commissioning structure designed to define department objectives, simplify the process by which producers submit program proposals, and encourage creative risk-taking. The overhaul sees commissioning departments reduced from 13 to eight, along with substantial job cuts.

August 1, 2002

Mark Thompson, Channel 4's new chief exec, is beginning to make his presence felt at the U.K. pubcaster. Starting August 5, C4 puts into effect a new commissioning structure designed to define department objectives, simplify the process by which producers submit program proposals, and encourage creative risk-taking. The overhaul sees commissioning departments reduced from 13 to eight, along with substantial job cuts.