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Academy of Television Arts and Sciences

An Open Letter to John Shaffner, CEO, Academy of Television Arts and Sciences

August 20, 2010 0 Comments

Dear Mr. Shaffner, I read your “From the Chairman” letter posted on the Academy’s web site concerning this year’s Emmy awards. I am impressed by your description of the multiple roles television plays in our lives, and your respect for the craft and those who work in every aspect of it–writers, musicians, producers, sound men,…

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