As we explain in the Roots Television intro, we're making our best attempts to keep as much of our programming as possible available for free. To do that, we need advertising and sponsorship. So starting soon, you'll be seeing some commercials with our shows.
We wanted to tell you about this up-front. Here's what you can expect. It will start with PSAs and eventually include actual commercials. On average, every other segment you watch on Roots Television will have a commercial in the form of a "pre-roll" or "post-roll." In the case of a pre-roll, you'll have to watch the commercial first before viewing the content, much as when you watch videos on the network TV websites. Most of these pre-rolls will last 15 seconds.
So that's it. 15 seconds of your time -- on every other show -- helps keep this channel free for viewers like you.
Comments (2)
Og,
Thanks for the heads up - some of us have been wondering about the free offering - how long will it last?
I will gladly watch the 15 seconds if you keep the programs free. Are these going to be genealogy-related commercials, or commercial items?
Cheers -- Randy
Posted by Randy Seaver | October 27, 2006 6:53 AM
Posted on October 27, 2006 06:53
Thanks for your question, Randy. The commercials here will cover a wide variety of products. If we can attract some from genealogical companies, so much the better. Any suggestions?
Posted by Og | October 31, 2006 1:07 AM
Posted on October 31, 2006 01:07