News and Magazine Production
Tutor: Jason Whittaker
Level: 2
Length of unit (when it runs): Year long
Credits: 40 CATS/20 ECTS
Description:
In this unit you will contribute to the ongoing production of a hyperlocal university website. Tasks on this unit include writing, editing, commissioning, promoting and developing exciting content for this live publication. This unit looks at the principles and practice of print and online magazine and news writing and editing. You will participate in editorial teams and make decisions for the content and direction of the various publications in which you will be involved. Through workshops and demonstrations, you will learn good practice in all areas of magazine production, including content and design, writing to briefs, market considerations, and effective subediting.
Assessment:
For the web site, a minimum of:
- 2 news stories of approximately 150-350 words each
- 2 articles of approximately 500-800 words each. These may be replaced by one or more audio/video pieces
For the magazine, a minimum of:
- 1 news story, of between 150-350 words
- 1 review of approximately 350 words
- 1 feature of approximately 700 words
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