Presentation by Mr. Cordel Green, Executive Director of the Broadcasting Commission – Jamaica at the Advertising Agencies Association Awards Banquet – October 30, 2013: “Tough Decisions – The Dilemma of An Omoebic Digital Market”. I am delighted to have been invited to make these remarks. Only a few days after accepting, did I get the […]
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THE GROWTH OF ANIMATED TV PROGRAMMES IN JAMAICA
A burgeoning industry all over the world, animation is building momentum on ‘the rock’. Research indicates that the animation industry has grown globally at an annual growth rate of 10.5 per cent to reach US$140.6 billion at the end 2012 (from US$74 billion in 2008) and the global animation software market has been forecast to […]
THE NEW MEDIA: STILL GLORIOUS DESPITE LIMITATIONS
“You control the information age. Welcome to your world.” In 2006, TIME magazine selected not just one person—but a group of people—to take up the mantle as their Person of the Year. Which group did they consider the most intriguing, the most influential, and the most deserving of this honour? You. In 2006, the world […]
“Siddung Fi Di Jockey”: The Use of ‘Near-Sounding’ Words in Song Lyrics
Last Wednesday (July 10th, 2013) the BCJ hosted a forum with media practitioners to examine problematic language in particular ‘near-sounding’ words in song lyrics beamed over our airwaves and on television. We’ve noticed an emerging trend where potentially offensive lyrics are edited by producers and replaced with ‘near’ sounding words in an attempt to make […]
NATIONAL SURVEY REVEALS IMPORTANT INSIGHTS ABOUT MEDIA USE AMONG JAMAICANS
The Broadcasting Commission is tasked with the important responsibility of regulating the electronic communications industry, which comprises the television (free-to-air and cable) and radio sectors. As is well known, media content plays an important role in the formation of values, mores and ideas amongst Jamaicans, and furthermore, also influences political and economic discourse. In view […]
RESPONSE TO ARTICLE ON USER REPORT
Today, an article was published in the Jamaica Observer titled “Unlicensed Cable Company Lands Jamaica on IP Watch-List.” The Broadcasting Commission of Jamaica felt it necessary to address some of the concerns raised in this article in order to avoid misunderstanding or confusion. Our Executive Director, Cordel Green, has penned the letter attached below, which […]
SPOTLIGHT ON JAMAICA’S YOUTH
Over the past year or so the Broadcasting Commission has been on a mission to reach young people across Jamaica with its message “The Digital Future.” During our Schools’ Outreach Programme, we have visited over forty primary, secondary and tertiary institutions across the country, sharing the message and sparking conversation about topics crucial to the […]
iCreate Music Workshops by the Broadcasting Commission of Jamaica – Nurturing Young Musical Creatives
Despite our country’s size, Jamaican music is LARGE across the globe. Check on any music chart and you will find foreign artists who have created their own brand of reggae or music that is directly influenced by our dancehall, dub or ska. Jamaican music is a powerful force yet, so few are properly educated on […]
Media Monitors Training in Montego Bay on March 6
Jamaica needs you! Become a Media Monitor — join us on March 6 in Montego Bay for a free training session. El Greco Hotel, Queen’s Drive – 5:30 pm. In order to register, send an e-mail to nmorrison@broadcom.org with “Registration for Media Monitors Training March 6″ as the subject line. Thank you! (45) No related […]
Upcoming Dates for Media Monitors and Schools Outreach Programme for 2013
Below you will see our upcoming dates for our Media Monitors and Schools Outreach Programme for 2013. Don’t forget to join us whenever and wherever you can! And if you’ve attended an event, don’t forget to post your thoughts on Facebook or on Twitter. Please note that this schedule may be subject to change. Postponed […]