Writing, editing, producing, announcing, and reporting of TV news. Extensive, directed practice in various aspects of computer editing for printed publication. Headline writing, copy editing, design, and layout. Basic camera operation, photojournalistic techniques, picture page production, and black and white darkroom experience. Thirty-five millimeter or equivalent camera needed.
Students provide camera.
Covers concepts of design and graphic arts for mass communications including computer graphics for print, broadcast, and corporate communications. Historical overview of mass media with emphasis on roots of journalism, technological developments, and American role in international media. Communications techniques and public relations applications. Preparation of material by public relations professionals for mass media use. Philosophical and moral examination of problems relating to mass media.