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Our Vision
“GEO will be the voice
of freedom from the Asian subcontinent. It will highlight the issues
of concern and the cultural richness of its people through information,
discussion and entertainment. GEO will propagate transparency of responsibility
that will ensure its position as the most credible and meaningful
source of information, through quality programming based on issues.
GEO will provide entertainment audiences can relate to, thereby creating
viewer loyalty and response. GEO will forge an alliance amongst its
three stakeholders - viewers, advertisers and shareholders to maximize
viewer ownership. GEO will invest in human resources as it recognizes
it to be the foundation upon which the GEO future will be built. It
is this very foundation that will allow GEO to attain and sustain
a leadership position, thus fulfilling the promise associated with
its creation.” |
Our Mission
GEO
informs and entertains while celebrating cultures and prompting dialogue
in the spirit of "live and let live". |
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Introducing Geo
TV
A resounding Success Story!
GEO
TV was established in May 2002 Test transmission started on 14th August
2002 on the PAS 10 digital satellite Regular transmission started
on 1st October 2002 Geo TV is the first South Asian Urdu language
channel to provide content comparable with world-class television
broadcasters Geo is the fastest growing TV Channel in Pakistan with
ratings exceeding all satellite delivered TV channels in the market
Geo has the widest distribution on cable systems in Pakistan with
100% carriage within 90 days of launch |
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Technology
Newsroom Automation Service
GEO has state-of-the-art newsroom computer
system designed to meet the challenges of today's dynamic news environment.
A powerful and comprehensive news production system, it can be customized
for use by everyone - from small news channels with just one broadcast
a day, to 24-hour, multi-channel news networks. It grasps and connects
all the elements of news operations. Newsgathering, feeds, wires,
scripts, rundowns, archives, contacts, video browser, on air schedules,
personal work spaces, staffing and much more created and formatted
to meet individual requirements. |
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Graphics System
Graphic
system GEO is using is the leader in real-time digital graphics, integrated
enterprise content management and distribution tools for visual communication.
Its tools enable organizations to create their message once and deliver
it simultaneously to different media with major economies in production
and increased impact. Systems Products and solutions are used by major
broadcast television networks, Internet portals, museums and universities
around the world. It produce software that enables the creation and
distribution of rich visual content for broadcast graphics, virtual
environments and quantitative visualization and information display
across networks that are delivered to different media platforms, including
television, interactive television, the Internet, and Wireless Application
Protocol. |
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Automated Playout System
Over
time the system GEO is using, has developed cutting-edge Products
including:STUDIO-D, a dubbing studio control system that controls
and synchronizes VTRs with audio multi-track recorders and digital
workstations This System provides an adapting operational function
for any business model. This automation provides the full spectrum
of TV technology and networking functionality |
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Media Server System
Media
Server System is comprised of network interfaces, disc-based storage
subsystems and system software. These modular components attach to
the network. They manage data storage, and handle the connection of
external devices to the network. The network handles both isochronous
audio/video channels and asynchronous data simultaneously, and can
scale to 3.2 Gigabit/sec on optical fiber. |
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Geo Firsts
Launched
the first interactive infotainment programs in Pakistan, engaging
and empowering the viewer. Consistently scoops all rival broadcasters
on major news events. Besides seven bureaus in Pakistan a robust international
network feeds live content from New York, Washington and London. First
telethon in Pakistan raising $100K in a twelve hour period through
call ins on a premium rate number. Engaging the viewers on festivals
like Eid with interactive quiz programs and traveling road shows.
The largest and most aggressive recruitment and training campaign
in the history of Pakistan. |
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Training
Formal
multi-disciplinary training has been given to 500 members of GEO staff
including all producers, reporters, writers, camerapersons and editors
by Intelligent Media Consultant
Its member team comprising of CNN, BBC producers, cameramen, editors
and presenters were split in Dubai and Karachi for 5 months to complete
the training
Multi-disciplinary training provided familiarity with camera operation,
reporting, editing and production functions to reduce long term costs
and to develop individual multitasking ability within a teamwork environment
All personnel who have undergone training have signed a 2 year bond
with the company
Continuous training cadres have been set up with regular workshops
and quarterly refreshers in all disciplines |
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Position
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Down
Link Band |
| PAS
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68.5-Degree
East |
C
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| Frequency |
Transmission |
Polarity |
| 4114
MHZ |
Digital |
Horizontal
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| Symbol
Rate |
FEC |
Modulation |
| 3300
MB/S |
2/3
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QPSK
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Human Resources
Diverse
cultural backgrounds and multi-ethnic origins add up to create a strong
resource base at GEO. Each member makes a valuable contribution while
overall functioning as a team. Committed to doing more for their country,
GEO people remain dedicated and passionate about their work. GEO people
are focused on broadening horizons and meeting new challenges. Creative
and multi-talented, these fine individuals take pride in shaping the
future of Pakistan. |
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