CGTN America

CGTN America
Launched February 6, 2012
Network China Global Television Network
Owned by China Central Television
Country United States
Language English
Broadcast area Nationwide
Headquarters Washington, D.C.
Website Official Website
Availability
MHz Networks Check Local Listings
Satellite
DirecTV Channel 2119
Dish Network Channel 279
Cable
Available on some cable systems Check Local Listings
AT&T U-verse Channel 3602
Streaming media
CGTN America Live Stream

CGTN America is the American division of CGTN. CGTN is the collection of international language news channels run by China Media Group. It is based in Washington, D.C. and manages bureaus across North and South America. The service employs a mix of American, international and Chinese journalists and produces Americas-based programming with a focus on Asia for CGTN.[1]

CGTN America is led by director general Ma Jing with veteran Asia journalist Jim Laurie as executive consultant.[2] It began broadcasting on February 6, 2012, replacing the former English language CCTV 9 in the region.[3]

Production Team

Anchoring Team

North America Correspondents

US

Awards

News and Documentary Emmy® Awards[5]

YearProgramCategory
2016Jen Bricker: When “Can’t” is a Four-Letter WordOutstanding Feature in a News Magazine

2016 New York Festivals International TV & Film Awards[6]

MedalProgramCategorySub-category
GoldJen Bricker: When Can't is a Four-Letter WordTelevision - News: Reports/FeaturesHuman Interest
SilverOn Thin Ice: People of the NorthTelevision - Craft: ProgramBest Camerawork
SilverReinventing CubaTelevision - Documentary/Information ProgramHuman Concerns
SilverJen Bricker: When Can't is a Four-Letter WordTelevision - News: Reports/FeaturesHeroes
BronzeReinventing CubaTelevision - Documentary/Information ProgramHeroes
BronzeNo Strings Attached: Puppets Supporting Children Throughout the WorldTelevision - Documentary/Information ProgramThe Arts

2015 New York Festivals International TV & Film Awards[7]

MedalProgram/TalentCategory
GoldHaiti steps up health care measures to fight diseaseBest Coverage of a Continuing News Story
BronzeAnand NaidooBest News Anchor
BronzeAfghanistan Re-born?Best Coverage of a Continuing News Story

Programs

  • The World Today - Breaking news from around the world – with special emphasis on North and South America. Airs weekdays at 2, 3, 5, 6:30 and 8PM US Eastern time.
  • Global Business – Global news and analysis, is aimed at combining reporting of economic and financial issues in North and South America with those from China and the Asian region. Anchored by Rachelle Akuffo from CGTN's studios in Washington, D.C. Airs Monday-Friday 4:00 PM to 4:30pm and 7-8PM US Eastern time.
  • The Heat – Daily news and current affairs show that features often heated discussions on global affairs. Airs weekdays at 6PM US Eastern time.
  • Americas Now – CGTN's premiere news magazine broadcast, features original reporting throughout the Americas. The program was developed and It was launched by Senior Producer Barbara Dury.
  • Full Frame - A weekly talk magazine that explores current events, culture and social issues from a global perspective.

References

  1. ↑ "CCTV America Initiates New Programming From Washington, D.C." (Press release). CCTV. 2012-02-06. Retrieved 2012-02-08.
  2. ↑ "Chinese state TV starts American service this week". Associated Press. 2012-02-08. Retrieved 2012-02-08.
  3. ↑ Wang, Xi (2012-02-06). "About CCTV America". CNTV. Retrieved 2012-02-08.
  4. ↑ Hernández, Javier C. (2016-02-05). "Ties to Chinese State Media Raise Questions in U.S. Election Campaign". The New York Times. ISSN 0362-4331. Retrieved 2016-04-07.
  5. ↑ "37th Annual News and Documentary Emmy® Awards". Retrieved 9 February 2018.
  6. ↑ "New York Festivals - World's Best TV & Films 2016". Retrieved 9 February 2018.
  7. ↑ "New York Festivals - World Best TV & Films 2015".
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