KBS America, Los Angeles
Opened on July 16, 2004, KBS
America is a company based in Los
Angeles with the sole purpose of
providing top-quality broadcast
services in North America and
strengthening cultural ties between
Korea and the U.S. The programs of
KBS America are specifically
designed for the viewers' appetites
and are expected to attract those
living in the United States, even
Korean-Americans.
What makes KBS World America
different from other Korean channels
aired in the United States is that
English language subtitles are
provided 24-hours each day. This
benefits English speaking audiences
who have been eagerly want to watch
Korean television programs in their
native language. This will also help
viewers to better understand Korean
culture and their way of life.
Initially, KBS World will air its
broadcasting signal to the
subscribers of regional MSOs in Los
Angeles, Seattle, Atlanta,
Washington D.C., New York, and New
Jersey and increase its media for
wider access. With this goal in
mind, KBS America is trying to speed
up negotiations with the regional
MSOs.
KBS America will air both TV and
video programs. The regional
branches in L.A. (the U.S. West),
Chicago (the Midwest), and New
Jersey the East) will help
facilitate fast and improved
services for video rental stores all
over the U.S. |
