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'Radio Television of Serbia' ( (PTC) or ''Radio-televizija Srbije'') is the public broadcaster in Serbia. It broadcasts and produces a variety of news, drama, and sports programming through radio, television and the Internet. RTS is since July 2001, together with Radio Televizija Crne Gore (RTCG), a joint member of European Broadcasting Union. Formerly, it was known as 'Radio Television Belgrade' (RTB).
History
Radio Belgrade started broadcasting in 1929, and this is considered the founding moment of the Serbian broadcasting system. The first news announcer in 1929 was Jelena Biblija. After World War II, Radio Television Belgrade (RTB), consisting of Radio Belgrade and Television Belgrade (TVB) was established as a result of the decision by the Executive Council of the Socialist Republic of Serbia on February 13, 1958. This came after the Socialist Federal Republic of Yugoslavia's government decision of 1956 to invest in a television network.
23 August 1958 was the date of the first televized broadcast. It was the ''Dnevnik'' (Journal) news programme. The first people to appear on the new TV station were Miloje Orlović, Branislav Surutka, Olga Nadj, Olivera Živković and Vera Milovanović. The first RTB program was broadcast from Beogradski sajam (Belgrade fair) and from a new TV Studio build there.
As of 1961, RTS used the delayed airing equipment (quadruplex VTR). The Sixties saw dramatic development in all genres of TV programs. TVB became famous by its sitcoms (directed and written by Radivoje-Lola Djukić, Novak Novak and others (unfortunately, only a small percentage of this production is preserved, due to implicit censorship and lack of tapes). Also, TVB had excellent documentary program (series ''Karavan'', ''Reflektor'' and others) and quizzes. By 1970 the entire territory of Serbia was covered by the RTS signal.
On December 31, 1971, TVB started with broadcast in PAL color system on its second network. A new AM broadcast equipment in Zvecka, Obrenovac, with 2000 kW transmitter was erected in 1976.
After the political turmoil in seventies (against the "liberals") the program of RTB became more sterile, however, in eighties it reached the zenith.
The Slobodan Milošević era
The establishment of regime of Slobodan Milošević led RTB to the worst days in its history. Hundreds of experienced journalists and other creative people were first sent to lay-offs and then fired since they could not agree with propaganda broadcast on RTB frequencies. In 1992 RTB, together with Radio Televizija Novi Sad (RTNS) and Radio Televizija Pristina (RTP) became a part of Radio Television of Serbia, centralized and closely governed network aimed to be a loudspeaker for Slobodan Miloševic and his policy. The worst part of TV programming during the nineties was ''Dnevnik'' (Daily news) which was used to glorify "wise politics of Slobodan Milošević" and to attack "servants of Western powers, forces of chaos and desperateness", i.e., Serbian opposition.
On April 23, 1999, the NATO airforce killed sixteen people, mostly technical staff, when they bombed the RTS headquarters in downtown Belgrade. In 2002, Dragoljub Milanović, the general manager of RTS, was sentenced to 10 years in prison because he ordered the workers to stay in the building despite the knowledge that the building would probably be bombed.[1]
On October 5, 2000, the same RTS building was demolished and partly burned during the riots against Slobodan Milošević. After October 5, 2000, RTS was sometimes called Nova RTS (New RTS) to symbolize the liberation from the control of the Slobodan Milošević regime.[2]
RTS today
The system is officially divided into the Vojvodina and Serbia public broadcasting systems as of May 2006. This is to mark a transition from a state-owned to a public broadcaster. This bears legal and practical connotation, in terms of control and financing. RTS now consists of two channels instead of three. These changes were imposed on May 5, 2006 when RTS was divided in two parts: JSS (Public Service of Serbia) and JSV (Public Service of Vojvodina).
Televizija Beograd, a part of RTS with headquarters in Belgrade have several TV studios: in addition to two largest studios on Kosutnjak (studio VIII and IX), there is also TV studio (Studio IV) on Belgrade Fair, historically the first TV studio in Serbia, and several studios in Aberdareva St. (some of these studio have been destroyed during NATO attack).
Televizija Beograd has large archives of TV programs. In addition to 5000+ old VTR quadruplex tapes, the archive contains tapes in VTR-C (helicoidal), umatic, beta-SP and digital formats. Also, the archive contains extensive collection of newsreels, short filmed stories, and feature films on 16mm and 35mm tapes. This archive required urgent protection, since tapes are not kept in proper conditions, and since Televizija Beograd does not have proper equipment to transfer the programs to newer media (the situation is especially critical for quadruplex and film archive).
A part of Televizija Beograd is also PGP-RTS, production of gramophone records (now produces CDs, VHS tapes and DVDs). PGP-RTS started with production in 1958 under the name PGP-RTB, with the LP record of Đorđe Marjanović, and used to be one of two largest record labels in former Yugoslavia.
In early 2006 RTS decided to shut down one of its television channels. It was 3K (Treći kanal RTS-a), which was a music and sports channel.
===Internationally created shows broadcast by RTS (as of September 2007)===
| Original name | Serbian translation | Channel | Origin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monk | Monk | RTS1 | |
| Models, Inc. | Modeli | RTS1 | |
| The Dead Zone | Mrtva zona | RTS2 | |
| Arrested Development | Ometeni u razvoju | RTS2 | |
| The New Woody Woodpecker Show | Šou pere detlića | RTS2 | |
| Smeshariki | Smešariki | RTS2 | |
| Silent Witness | Tihi svedok | RTS1 | |
| The Benny Hill Show | Beni Hil | RTS2 | |
| Student Bodies | Srednjoškolci | RTS2 | |
| Le stagioni del cuore | Doba ljubavi | RTS1 |
Iconic programmes
★ 'TV Slagalica (English: TV Puzzle)' is the longest running quiz show in the Balkans. On September 28, 2007 the quiz show will start broadcasting its 43rd season. It has been on RTS programming for over 14 years and has always been a solid performer in the ratings.
★ 'Pozorište u kući (English: Theatre at home)' was a comedy series aired on RTS more than 30 years ago. In 2006 the broadcaster decided to remake and continue the show so in 2007 the second season aired (30 years after its first season finished). 26 episodes were created and are being aired on RTS. The show was heavily advertised and held on to generally good ratings however the first remake episode brought in the most viewers.
★ 'Bolji život (English: A better life)' is one of the most iconic Yugoslav shows ever produced. Made during the 80’s and 90’s it works through the problems of a few families. The show brought in huge ratings for the network during its dark days of the 90’s and after the production of the show ceased RTS has continually repeated all episodes. In February 2007 the series was the third most watched show on television. 23,3% of the public tuned in to watch the repeats of the show. It should also be noted that the show has an all star cast with numerous and famous Serbian actors and actresses (many of which started their career on this show) and is aired after Dnevnik 2, the daily news which also has a very big rating.
Radio
RTS Radio 1
The goal of RTS Radio 1 is to provide comprehensive news and current affairs programmes to the public. The radio station also offers entertainment and culture shows.
RTS Radio 2 and 3
RTS Radio 2 is a cultural station based around social dialogue which constantly broadcasts thoughts about life and creation abroad and in Serbia. The station shares the same radio waves as RTS Radio 3. RTS 2 is broadcast from six in the morning until eight in the evening. The station is known for documentary reporting, religious discussions classical music, evergreen, jazz and satire. RTS Radio 3 is broadcast from 8 p.m. until 6 a.m.
Belgrade 202
This Radio station broadcasts in the Belgrade metropolitan area. It broadcasts short news segments, rock and pop music. Hosts of various music programmes on the radio often ask listeners to send in their thoughts via SMS or the Internet. Belgrade 202 also has a special morning programme broadcast from 6 a.m. until 9 a.m. which is based around current cultural, social and political trends.
Television
RTS1
RTS1 is the public and national broadcaster of Serbia which usually wins each year with the highest ratings in Serbia. RTS1 offers viewers political shows and debates and domestic and international shows. RTS1 prides itself for being the network with the most domestic shows which it funds itself. It is also host of the most popular programme in Serbia is a domestic show called "''Bela lađa''" which usually wins over 2,1 million people.[3]
RTS2
Like its radio counterpart, RTS2 focuses on culture, in addition to offering music and sporting events. Parliamentary sittings are also broadcast live on RTS2. Though on average it doesn’t draw high viewership, RTS2 often may win the viewing day with special sporting events and special parliamentary debates. RTS2 also broadcasts children's and educational programmes and reruns of old Serbian drama and comedy programmes.
RTS SAT
RTS SAT is the name of RTS's satellite service created to serve the Serbian diaspora across the world. It broadcasts the most popular programmes from RTS1 and RTS2. RTS SAT now covers Australia, Europe and North America.
RTS Internet
In accordance to the EBU, RTS offers live programming on its internet website of its radio and television networks.
Ratings
Jovana Janković, RTS1 morning programme anchorwoman, summer 2005
RTS enjoys high ratings on many of its shows which often beat the other two most popular television networks in Serbia RTV Pink and B92. Serbia’s most popular show in 2006 was "''Bela lađa''" with 28,5% of the viewing audience beating RTV Pink's "''Agencija za SIS''" (both shows are domestic). According to TV rating results for February 2007, ''Bela lađa'' continues to be the most watched Serbian programme.
The most watched sporting event was also held by the national broadcaster RTS1. 27,8% of the viewing audience tuned in to watch Serbia and Montenegro vs. the Netherlands during the 2006 FIFA World Cup.
The most watched political debate style show was also held by RTS1. Show "''Ključ''" won over 17,7% of the audience. The 7.30PM news called "''Dnevnik''" remains the most watched news bulletin since 2002.
The following table shows the most popular RTS programmes broadcast from the period of January 2006 until February 2007.
| Programme | Rating (%) |
|---|---|
| ''Bela lađa'' (comedy series - local production) | 28,5 |
| Germany 2006: Serbia-Montenegro vs. Netherlands | 27,8 |
| European waterpolo championships - medals ceremony | 27,5 |
| ''Dnevnik 2'' (central daily newscast at 7:30 p.m.) | 26,1 |
| ''Porodično blago'' (sitcom - local production) | 26,0 |
| Germany 2006 final: Italy vs. France | 25,1 |
| ''Stižu dolari'' (series - local production) | 25,1 |
| Germany 2006: Ivory Coast vs. Serbia-Montenegro | 25,1 |
| Football: Champions League qualifying: Red Star vs. AC Milan | 24,9 |
| ''Ključ'' (current events panel talkshow) | 17,7 |
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★ All ratings listed above our based on AGB Nielsen Media Research. All ratings are based upon viewer ratings in Serbia excluding the region of Kosovo.'
Eurovision Song Contest 2008
RTS will be the host network of the semi-final and finals of the Eurovision Song Contest 2008. Serbia gained the rights to host the contest after Marija Šerifović's 2007 victory in Helsinki, Finland. The network has promised it will host the best song contest yet. The Eurovision Song Contest 2008 will be held in Belgrade. RTS will broadcast the event as usual (since 2004) on RTS1. With a sharp rise in ratings for Eurovision Song Contest 2007 in Serbia compared to previous years, which is expected to be the most watched event of 2007 on Serbian television, RTS expects even better viewing results for 2008.
RTS has announced that the logo and stage design will be decided in an open competition.[4] The hosts will be selected through a special show.
The company will also continue to organise the contest Beovizija which gives a chance for viewers to decide the Serbian singer for the next Eurovision Song Contest.
Taglines
'2007-present:' ''Radio Television Serbia, your right to know everything.'' Serbian: ''Radio Televizija Srbije, vaše pravo da znate sve.''
'2005-2007:' ''The public broadcaster of a European Serbia.'' Serbian: ''Javni medijski servis evropske Srbije.''
Channels
★ 'RTS 1' (Prvi program TV Beograd) is mostly covered with news and domestic production.
★ 'RTS 2' (Drugi program TV Beograd) is mostly covered with older domestic and foreign TV shows
★ 'RTS Satelit' is the satellite service.
★ 'TV Most' from Kosovo (a small TV station which broadcasts for the Serb minority in Kosovo) is supported by RTS.
General-directors throughout history
★ Aleksandar Tijanić (2004-present)
★ Aleksandar Crkvenjakov (2000-2004)
★ Dragoljub Milanović
★ Milorad Vučelić
★ Dusan Mitević
References
1. ''New York Times'', 22 June 2002
2. City of Belgrade
3. RTS
4. http://esctoday.com/news/read/8936 ESCtoday RTS fires the starting gun 5 July, 2007.
External links
★ Official site
★ History of Television Belgrade
★ History of Television Belgrade in Serbian (with video files and photos)
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