Introduction to other copy desk duties such as photo sizing, caption writing and page layout. This is a continuation of JRN 261, with discussion and practice in writing and reporting on a variety of campus news. Emphasis will be upon building interviewing and reporting skills. Students will be assigned news beats on campus, with regular assignments due for campus media. Study of and practice in writing in specialized areas such as features, sports, business, and opinion.
Emphasis is on developing a level of writing suitable for publication in one such specialized area.
Course may be repeated, as topics vary. Principles and practices of magazine editing, content and design, including production technologies. Included is a survey of general interest and specialized magazines. Students will plan, write, edit and produce a prototype magazine. This course provides an introduction and overview of current investigative reporting techniques.