Books in the Media Skills series

Explains the key skills needed by the twenty-first century news reporter. This handbook is suitable for students of journalism and for working professionals.

"First published 2002 as Subediting for Journalists"--Title page verso.

Helps the new or aspiring journalist to become a successful feature writer. Using examples from a wide range of papers, specialist and trade magazines and 'alternative' publications, this book considers the different types of material that come under the term 'feature' including human interest pieces, restaurant reviews and advice columns.

Previous editions have authors: Sally Adams with Wynford Hicks.

Guides readers through the significant differences between the written and the spoken versions of journalistic English. This title helps broadcast journalists at different stages of their careers to avoid such pitfalls as the use of newspaper-English, common linguistic errors, and Americanised phrases.

Offers trainee radio broadcasters and their instructors, guidelines to techniques applied to the making of radio shows, explaining how radio programmes are made and the conventions and techniques required to produce them. This book describes how these methods are applied through the use of a behind-the-scenes glimpse at industry practices.

Offers information on digital technology and HD TV. This title focuses on television production management. It provides a theoretical framework for an understanding of production management. It includes a reference directory of agencies and organizations, and addresses and contacts for training.

Drawing on real-life experiences, this guide presents everything needed to study, create and maintain a successful freelancing career in the world of television and radio, including, for the first time, how to submit programme proposals.