
How Should Movie and TV Stars Be Paid?
The Town with Matthew Belloni
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Trends in Pay TV and Talent Compensation
This chapter delves into the current dynamics of the pay TV industry, examining the impact of mergers and consolidations among major players. It also highlights the shift in compensation models for talent, moving from buyouts to performance-based payouts, and the tension this creates between fair pay and profit maximization. The discussion emphasizes the need for transparency and new metrics to navigate the evolving landscape of creator compensation in streaming services.
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