After rebirth, I became a great master

Chapter 344 This Generation of Media Professionals

Zhou Haoran went upstairs to the control room.

Sure enough, I saw Tang Shiyi here.

She had short, ear-length hair and wore a short-sleeved shirt and trousers. Even from behind, you could tell she had the capable demeanor of a strong woman. She was sitting behind the director, staring intently at the monitor.

With several outsiders present, Zhou Haoran had to be more reserved: "Teacher Tang, I don't think it's necessary to bring their son out."

The control room was quiet at first.

The main reason is that Tang Shiyi usually has too much prestige in the program team, and the technicians don't dare to breathe loudly, they are all like mice in front of a cat.

Zhou Haoran's words from behind really startled everyone.

Tang Shiyi remained calm, turning around very slowly, a beat slower than usual, her expression slightly somber: "You weren't prepared?"

Zhou Haoran was indeed unprepared, but he couldn't be discouraged. He said seriously, "I don't think a son can play any role in the relationship between the old couple. A son is not a daughter. That's why I didn't prepare in advance."

Tang Shiyi looked at him calmly, her eyes somewhat cold: "Are you satisfied with the results on set?"

"I think it's alright." Zhou Haoran knew who the real experts were in the field of making TV programs, so he couldn't help but feel a little guilty and lacked confidence when he spoke. "The expert's mediation was very effective. The elderly couple were arguing when they came, but now they can communicate very rationally and have basically found the root of the problem."

Tang Shiyi said, word by word, "The relationship between them cannot be resolved with just a few words on the spot. 'Family Matters' is about mediating disputes between families and neighbors. It is a social documentary that analyzes social realities in the relationships between people in contemporary cities. It is not a social reality show that only pursues program effects."

Zhou Haoran looked at her, speechless.

I have great respect for them.

This is what media professionals were like in the 1990s!
This is an era where the media has faith.

Tang Shiyi said calmly, "Have you ever thought about why the old couple were fine when their son lived at home? Why were they fine when his wife was alive? They need a mediator, and as their son, he has an obligation to help his parents mend their relationship."

The technical directors present all looked at Teacher Tang in surprise.

It's not that I think what she said is wrong.

But I felt that Teacher Tang was acting strangely today.

Why are you talking so much?

Zhou Haoran was convinced by her and sighed softly, "So what you need to do is not a program, but the conscience of a media professional. You need to truly solve the problems between the elderly couple, instead of having a few mediators put on a show to create a lively atmosphere."

Tang Shiyi felt a warmth in his heart.

The way people looked at him was much gentler than at his colleagues.

This makes it even softer.

"This elderly couple is very representative. This program is a true reflection of countless families across the country. Many people who came from that era are now of retirement age and will face similar situations. This is a scar of an era, and the children must stand up; this is the only answer."

That's why Tang Shiyi is the producer.

That's a different story.

"Family Matters" is just a family life program, and the topics must be very restrained so as not to offend any people's sensitive nerves.

But this generation of media professionals all have a certain sentiment.

The point is to use television, a platform where the public can voice their opinions, in a roundabout and clever way that can pass censorship, to express some truly socially significant viewpoints.

This left Zhou Haoran with mixed feelings.

His understanding of the media is based on viewpoints from twenty or thirty years in the future.

They thought a show was just a show.

The media, after all, is all about whitewashing.

If you can create good entertainment value, high viewership ratings, and plenty of advertising revenue, that's enough!

Who cares about media responsibility anymore?
At one point, I even thought that if he launched variety shows like "The Voice of China," "King of Mask Singer," or "Happy Comedians," wouldn't he secure the top spot in viewership ratings?

Now, after listening to what Tang Shiyi said...

I then realized it was not the same thing at all.

The two sides are pursuing completely different goals.

Zhou Haoran believes that there is no need to call the elderly couple's son over. The current program effect is already quite good. The bickering at the beginning and the happy ending are quite dramatic.
The ratings are sure to be high!

If we bring the son into the picture, the story will become complicated, and it might ruin the happy ending for the whole family.

The program's impact would be diminished.

Tang Shiyi was clearly not pursuing a dramatic effect for the show, but rather a complete presentation of a story.

It's not the kind of approach that involves cutting out the beginning and end, or taking things out of context to grab attention.

Rather, it is a record of the current state of society.

By this time, the directors had all taken off their headphones.

The recording studio downstairs is now closed for a break.

Hu Xiaochen went to find contact information.

"Zhou Haoran, come with me." Tang Shiyi could tell that he had something to say, so she took the initiative to say it.

The two left the control room together and went to an empty warehouse next door.

As soon as Teacher Tang left, the control room became lively.

"Zhou Haoran is pretty bold, huh? Daring to question Teacher Tang?"

"A newborn calf is not afraid of a tiger!"

"This is terrible, Teacher Tang has dragged me out for a one-on-one training session."

"Wish him good luck!"

……

After going next door, Tang Shiyi said softly, "There's no one here."

Zhou Haoran breathed a sigh of relief, feeling more at ease, and said with a sigh, "Lu Ming, you're working so hard!"

"what happened?"

Tang Shiyi's tone was very gentle; if the people in the control room were there, their eyes would probably have popped out of their sockets.

Zhou Haoran said, "Family Matters is just a small program on a local channel. No matter how much you put in or how well you do it, it can only reach some middle-aged and elderly viewers in the local harbor area."

"I know."

Tang Shiyi knew that this was not a program of the same caliber as "Oriental Horizon" on CCTV, and it could not achieve nationwide coverage or generate such a large influence.

Zhou Haoran respects her media beliefs, but feels a little sorry for her, saying, "Hard work doesn't always pay off."

Tang Shiyi said, "I was the first viewer of 'Family Matters,' and I have to live up to my own expectations."

Zhou Haoran sighed and said, "Now that local TV stations have all sprung up, with marketization, ratings will definitely be king. Domestic media will only have two paths in the future: to move closer and closer to the government or to compromise more and more with the market."

"Your relationship with Lin Guiyan seems to be quite good."

Tang Shiyi gave him a warning look and spoke in a strange tone.

Zhou Haoran said seriously, "We do have a good relationship, but there's nothing else going on between us. Don't overthink it."

Tang Shiyi said calmly, "Your statement is quite similar to hers. She also said that programs should be guided towards a market-oriented direction, and the ratings for 'Family Matters' are not so high anymore."

Zhou Haoran was too embarrassed to elaborate on the market's perspective anymore, saying, "Everyone has their own reasons, but your reasoning is greater and more admirable."

"The leadership divided the 'Family Matters' program into two groups. One group, including Hu Xiaochen's team and the host Qiao Suiqing, worked with me to create the program we envisioned. The other group, including the new host Zhao Qiaoqiao, worked with Lin Guiyan to create market-oriented programs."

Tang Shiyi revealed the biggest mystery behind the program's adjustments to him.

"So that's it!"

Zhou Haoran finally understood what was going on.

"Uncle, you're right, everyone has their own reasons. I'm not saying that Lin Guiyan's idea of ​​going for a market-oriented approach is wrong, but I will only make programs according to my own ideas."

Tang Shiyi is indeed quite rational.

“You’re all right.” Zhou Haoran chuckled. “The American television industry is so mature, and most media professionals are actually making programs for ratings. There’s nothing shameful about that.”

Tang Shiyi suddenly said, "Uncle, you know a lot about the market."

"what?"

Zhou Haoran was slightly stunned.

Tang Shiyi said, "I think you should work with Lin Guiyan on the show next. Your ideas are similar. You might be able to produce a few good episodes. With me, you don't have much room to maneuver."

"This……"

Zhou Haoran was a little unsure and secretly glanced at her a few times.

Okay.

This niece is not a narrow-minded person.

Tang Shiyi decisively said, "Then it's settled. I'll talk to her about it later. After this episode is finished, you'll work with her team from now on, from topic selection to planning."

A short while later, Zhou Haoran returned to the control room.

I feel suspicious.

I'm unsure whether to stay with Lu Ming or go and join Editor-in-Chief Lin.

A junior director, seeing his complicated expression, assumed he was upset after being scolded.

So, with good intentions, she came up to comfort her: "That's just how Teacher Tang is. You'll get used to it. She has a lot of sudden ideas, and we often get scolded by her. She has to carry out her plans on a whim, regardless of whether the director or screenwriter has prepared beforehand."

Zhou Haoran smiled and said, "Yes, I understand."

The junior director said earnestly, "That's television. On-site situations are very complex, and often you have to react impromptu. But you did a really good job today, your reasoning was sound and your arguments were well-founded. Even Teacher Tang explained things to you. Normally, he would have gotten annoyed by now! You're the director, go down and try to get a live connection!"

(End of this chapter)