Publishers expect a lot more from their editorial teams than they did in the past. In addition to an ability to write well, an enquiring mind and strong people skills, today’s journalists need to be technically competent across a range of multimedia
In the ideal world, writes Peter Sands, every newspaper publisher would still employ sub-editors. How in the less-than-ideal world we live in, can newspaper publishers cut costs yet still preserve the all-important subbing function?
Next week Ian Locks will succeed Tom Hempenstall as Master of The Stationers’ Company and he welcomes the chance to lead the Livery in what he describes as its “Golden Age”.
Editors are busy shaping the skills needed for digitally-led newsrooms in the belief that online publishing will become profitable. Steve Dyson reports from the Society of Editors Regional Conference.
The Financial Times launched a refreshed Executive Appointments section yesterday under new editor Carola Hoyos.
The World Association of Newspaper and News Publishers (WAN-IFRA) launched Women in News 2014 in Lusaka, Zambia, on 10 March, as part of a series of national events that coincide with International Women’s Day.
Publishers are investing in technology, but, asks Peter Houston, what about the people that have to use it?
The Duke of York was the guest of honour at The Printing Charity’s 186th Annual Luncheon on 7 November at Stationers’ Hall, London, where he spoke about his efforts focused on education, skills and SMEs to support the UK’s economic success.
Media industry professionals, bursary recipients and their tutors met on Thursday to celebrate the success of the Journalism Diversity Fund. More than 60 guests attended the annual lunch, which this year was hosted by The Sun at News UK, Thomas Squar
Chief editors from around the world, and experts leading the digital media revolution, will gather in Berlin next month for a day and a half of networking, discussion and case studies at the World Editor Forum’s annual International Newsroom Summit.
Creative Skillset is seeking publishing professionals to join industry panels, which will be vital in shaping future strategies and supporting the UK Creative Industries in remaining globally competitive.
17 July: The Duke of York today met with the Society of Editors and regional newspaper editors to lend his support to an apprenticeship scheme aimed at creating more jobs for young adults.
Six aspiring journalists have been awarded bursaries by the Journalism Diversity Fund to complete NCTJ-accredited training courses.
Let’s face it; UK publishers have had a challenging four years. What can publishers do to improve their chances in a multi-media world? Invest in training to give their journalists the tools they need to become their strongest brand ambassadors, writ
The Journalism Diversity Fund is launching a paid internship scheme to help increase diversity in UK newsrooms.
