CH 3

When did newspaper start?

1690

Why is newspaper important?

• Newspaper was the only medium available

• To deliver news as soon as it happens

• Was the only way for the public to receive news simultaneously

• Deliver cultural concept of an independent press.

• Significant source of news & information

What the role of the editorial department in newspaper at work?

Handle everything that appears on the paper.

• News and feature stories

• Cartoons

• Photographs

• Online editions

Different types of editors:

• News

• Sports

• Features

• Business

Editors report to editor in chief or publisher

What’s the business side of newspaper at work?

Handles:

• production

• advertisements

• distribution

• administration

Manager and staff

• Getting the paper out to subscribers

• Selling ads

• Make sure paper is printed

How does technology transform production?

• Using computers or wireless technology to edit content

• Using internet to sell more

• Customized newspaper to readers in regional editions so ads can choose specifically using satellite.

What are the reasons for people not reading newspaper these days?

Television

Internet

Changing uses of family time

What are the names of the local newspapers?

• Al Bayan

• Gulf News

• Khaleej Times

• Emirates 24/7

• The National