Pitch Dictionary by pitch.dog
Series structure, rundowns & repeatability · Working

Running order

Also called: rundown, programme rundown

ELI5

The planned sequence of segments or items in a show.

Used in conversation

“Can we verify the running order before we present it as fact?”

Definition

The planned sequence of segments or items in a programme.

Here “Running order” means: The planned sequence of segments or items in a programme. Other meanings are stored as separate sense entries and must be chosen explicitly.

Pitch context

Use this in nonfiction pitches to separate what is known, accessible, ethical and structurally repeatable.

Why it matters: Distinguishes story, access, evidence, format mechanics and participant-care responsibilities.

Connected terms

  • Episode rundownThe search label “programme rundown” can route to both entries.
Sources & evidence · 8

Direct term-level sources and supporting source families.