JOUR 5020 - Editing Practices

3 hours

Concentrated study of the principles and practices of handling copy for print news media, including copy editing, headline writing, design and layout of newspapers and other printed materials, newspaper style, photo editing, the news wire services, and electronic and cabletext editing. Students receive practical experience in the functions of a copy editor. This course prepares students lacking strong journalistic backgrounds for advanced professional courses and may be counted as part of a graduate program in other fields.

Prerequisite(s): JOUR 5010 or consent of school.