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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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Satellite |
Position |
Down
Link Band |
| PAS
– 10 |
68.5-Degree
East |
C
– Band |
| Frequency |
Transmission |
Polarity |
| 4114
MHZ |
Digital |
Horizontal |
| Symbol
Rate |
FEC |
Modulation |
| 3300
MB/S |
2/3 |
QPSK
(Auto) |
Detail... |
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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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