Searching USC Databases
For general overviews and market research reports search on terms like: MOVIES, MOTION PICTURES, HOME ENTERTAINMENT, BROADCASTING & CABLE, TELEVISION, PERFORMING ARTS, ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
USC Libguides
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USC Industry Information Databases
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TOP INDUSTRY DATABASES:
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IBISWorldDetailed market research and analysis for U.S., China and Global markets
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MarketResearch.com AcademicDetailed reports from multiple publishers.
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BCC ResearchIndustry coverage focuses on many technologies and sciences (Life Sciences, Materials, Environment and Sustainability).
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MintelMintel Oxygen provides detailed market research reports in the areas of Beauty & Personal Care, Drink, Food, Leisure & Entertainment, Lifestyles, and Retailing and Apparel. Users must create a personal account and reports can only be downloaded one section at a time.
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eMarketereMarketer provides analysis, market data, and statistics on the Internet, e-commerce, online marketing, social media, and emerging digital technologies around the world.
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ForresterTechnology and market research from Forrester Research, Inc. focusing on the business implications of technology change.
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GartnerUSC/netID/webmail password required for access. USC does not have full access to all reports.
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SBRnet (Sports Business Research Network)Sports Business Research Network provides market research and industry news for the sports industry.
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SPORTDiscusComprehensive database for sports & sports medicine literature. Includes international literature, conference proceedings, audiovisuals and more. Coverage dates back to 1985.
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SRDS - Standard Rate and Data ServiceStandard Rate and Data Service compiles contact information and ad rates for a variety of media sources
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Thomson OneClick on 'Screening & Analysis' in the dark blue menu bar for advanced search options, including access to Industry research.
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WARCPreviously known as the World Advertising Research Center, WARC provides a wide range of information on advertising and marketing trends around the world including expenditure data, case studies, industry trends and consumer insight.
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Wharton Research Data Services (WRDS)Compustat provides industry index information: Select Compustat - Monthly Updates - Select Region - Select Index Prices. Use 'Company Codes - Code Lookup to find industry specific codes
Box Office Data
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Box Office MojoDaily rankings for currently released films
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The NumbersDaily box office listings
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Worldwide BoxOffice.comHistorical listings from 1900 to the present
TV Ratings
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TV LineThis tracks listings, ratings and industry news
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TV Series FinaleWeekly rankings for cancelled and renewed TV shows
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Next TV - RatingsNo chart data but news of currently broadcast TV shows
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Hollywood ReporterNo chart data but news of currently broadcast TV shows
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Nielsen - Top 10Weekly rankings for streaming series & movies, prime time, cable and syndicated shows. Demographic data and advertising spend is also listed.
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Variety - TV RatingsNo chart data but news covering currently broadcast TV shows
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The Wrap - TV RatingsNo chart data but news covering currently broadcast TV shows
USC Books and eBooks
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Entertainment Industry Economics: a guide for financial analysis by Call Number: EBOOKPublication Date: 2020Cinema Ready-Reference has 2014; Business Library Reference has 2011 edn. (PN1590 .F55V6 2014) -
The Business of Entertainment [Three Volumes] by Call Number: PN1584.B87 2009Business -Reference collection; Cinema/TV Libraries - Bookstacks, 2-Week loan -
Building Successful and Sustainable Film and Television Businesses: a cross-national perspective by Call Number: Cinema PN1995.9.P7 B85 2017Publication Date: 2017 -
The International Film Business by Call Number: Cinema Reference PN1995.9 M29 F565 2014Publication Date: 2014 -
The Business of Film: a practical introduction by Call Number: Cinema PN1993.5 .U6 L36 2018Publication Date: 2018 -
Understanding the Business of Media Entertainment: the legal & business essentials all filmmakers should know by Call Number: EBOOKPublication Date: 2019 -
Television as Digital Media by Call Number: EBOOKPublication Date: 2011Hard copy available in Doheny HM851 .T465 2011 -
Tracking the Audience: the ratings industry from analog to digital by Call Number: EBOOKPublication Date: 2012Hard copy available in Cinema HE8700.66.U6 B895 2012 -
Hollywood Drive: what it takes to break in, hang in & make it in the entertainment industry by Call Number: EBOOKPublication Date: 2018Hard copy available in Cinema PN1995.9.P75 H66 2018
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USC Trade Journals & Other Internet Resources
Search USC Libraries Catalog for periodicals by doing a WORD or PHRASE search using the following terms, adding terms like finance, history, economics, or industry.
- Film
- Motion Picture
- Cinema
- Movies
- Television
- Theater or Theatre
- Performing Arts
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FILM & TELEVISION
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Broadcasting & CableThe Business of Television Broadcast & Cable
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Film & HistoryPeer reviewed
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Museum of Broadcast CommunicationsAccess to Encyclopedia of Television and other publications
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THEATER
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American TheatreA publication of the Theatre Communications Group
Government Statistics & Data
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U.S. Census - Statistics of U.S. BusinessesRadio & Television Broadcasting - NAICS 334220; Motion Picture & Video Distribution - NAICS - 512120; Radio & Television Broadcasting - NAICS 5151;
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U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics - Industries at a GlancePerforming Arts, Spectator Sports, and Related Industries: NAICS 711
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U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics - Industries at a GlanceMotion Picture and Sound Recording Industries: NAICS 512
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U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics - Industries at a GlanceBroadcasting (except Internet): NAICS 515
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FCC Statistical ReportsSee related information and guides for information on the Broadcasting & Cable industries.
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NielsenSome statistical data and special reports are sometimes available for free; USC does NOT have a subscription to their reports
Industry Associations
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FILM, TELEVISION & VIDEO
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Academy of Motion Pictures Arts & SciencesOscars.org
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MPAA - Motion Picture Association of AmericaSee Policy and Research for Industry Reports and State by State Statistics.
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THEATER
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Broadway LeagueOfficial website of the Broadway theatre industry
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Additional Internet Resources
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U.S. Patterns of Arts ParticipationA 2017 report from the National Endowment for the Arts detailing their survey of public participation in the arts
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Video Advertising BureauAn advocacy group for the video industry which provides some statistics and research to non-members.
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PWC - Technology, Media & TelecommunicationsFree registration may be required for report access.
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LAEDC - Digital Media & Entertainment Industry CouncilLos Angeles Economic Development Corporation's industry network
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Digital Media & Entertainment Industry in Los AngelesA 2018 report from the Los Angeles Economic Development Corporation
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Entertainment Technology CenterLook under ETC Activities for:
Publications & Media
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Theatrical & Home Entertainment Market Environment (THEME)t, 2020Published annually by the MPAA
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Television Bureau of AdvertisingSearch the Rankings and Industry Trends tabs to find data on monthly viewing statistics, demographic markets and ad revenues
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TV and Media, 2017A ConsumerLab and Ericsson Consumer Insight Report published annually. 2017 is the latest edition available.
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Television Report, 2020Contains data on television series and location activity compiled by Film LA