Abstract: An improved communication system for managing television news production, allowing for complete control of content from the initial pitch of each story idea through assignment, reporting, shooting, editing and final delivery and air of product and programming. Users are able to organize, standardize and maintain complete control over the entire process of newsgathering, production and most importantly, early and often editorial intervention, resulting in vastly increased efficiency of operation as well as substantial cost savings. The system may be applied to conventional television newsrooms but is most applicable when used in conjunction with a smartphone-equipped approach.