Frequently Asked Questions

What does Mastermedia International do?

We do consulting with media companies on behalf of the Christian community in America to help build bridges of communication between Christians in America and top programming companies. We seek to help them understand the Christian community as part of their market. We also do counseling with individuals in media who are interested in their spiritual growth and want to get to know God better.

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Where does Mastermedia International operate?

We have staff and affiliates in Los Angeles, New York, London, Melbourne, and Bombay.

Who is Dr. Larry Poland?

Dr. Larry Poland is the founder, CEO and Chairman of Mastermedia International, Inc.

How are you funded?

Mastermedia International, Inc. is formally structured as a non-profit corporation under the laws of California. While we do not solicit funds from those we work with in the the media directly, we do receive with gratitude any financial gifts from those who support Mastermedia's objectives.

Who in the industry have you worked with?

Through two decades, our staff have consulted with executives at ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, Disney, Paramount, Sony, AOL Time Warner, AT&T, Hearst Corporation, MTV, Paxson Communications and many more.

Are you affiliated with any religious organizations or denominations?

Mastermedia International Inc. is not a church, nor is it affiliated with any church or denomination.

What is your policy on confidentiality and privacy?

All professional consultations, personal conversations and shared confidences are treated as "privileged communication" to protect the identity and position of all clients, especially those media professionals seeking personal spiritual counsel.

By policy Mastermedia International, Inc., does not broker requests for contact information, script readings, employment referrals, interviews or news stories, speakers, development funds or the like.

If I am on your mailing list, will you sell or give my name to another organization?

We do not sell or share names or personal information with other organizations. We also use a bonded and insured professional shredding company for sensitive documents to ensure the privacy of our associates and partners.

Do you charge for your services?

As a nonprofit organization, all our services are provided to the media industries and media professionals without cost or obligation.

What are the "associate" and "partner" sections of your Web site? Why are those areas password-protected?

These special areas are provided as a service to people who have indicated their commitment to the mission of Mastermedia.

Entry into these sections is password-protected in order to protect the people we serve, the confidential nature of our services, and the ethical guidelines which enable us to maintain the trust of our friends both inside and outside of media.

If you believe you qualify as either an associate or partner of Mastermedia, please click here.

What are your ethical guidelines?

Mastermedia's Corporate Ethic

• Trust-based, Unconditional Service and Support—service without financial cost or commissions, expectation of returned favors, or exploitation.
  
  
• Strict Confidentiality—treating all personal conversations and shared confidences as “privileged communication” to protect the identity and position of all clients.
  
  
• Low-Visibility Service—“closed-invitation” meetings, groups and events that protect leadership individuals from the press, the public, and from exploitation.
  
  
• Excellence—pursuit of objectives with quality, excellence, and top-level professionalism.
  
  
• Non-Judgmental—“open handed” service to media leaders from diverse backgrounds, worldviews, and values without negotiating the organization’s shared, deeply-held, and decidedly Judeo-Christian convictions.
  
  
• Authenticity—commitment to openness and integrity in all personal and professional dealings.

I did not find an answer to my question. Who should I contact?

You may contact us via email. We will answer your question(s) as quickly as possible.