C4 puts pressure on indies

The documentary department of the U.K.'s Channel 4 is advising doc-makers to expect a 'ruthless' year, with increased pressure to secure ratings. 'Next year will be much more competitive,' department head Peter Dale told independent producers at an information session in January. Dale said most docs will be expected to perform well in weekday 9 P.M.

February 1, 2003

The documentary department of the U.K.'s Channel 4 is advising doc-makers to expect a 'ruthless' year, with increased pressure to secure ratings. 'Next year will be much more competitive,' department head Peter Dale told independent producers at an information session in January. Dale said most docs will be expected to perform well in weekday 9 P.M.