A portfolio consisting of:
The independent production of four minutes worth of content relevant to a sports bulletin/programme/report which assesses learning outcomes 1, 2, 3 & 4.

The design and layout of a double page spread in the style of a tabloid format British national or regional newspaper, the design and content sourcing for a niche magazine, and the design and layout of a front page tabloid newspaper, all demonstrating advanced sub-editing skills. (Assessing on Learning outcomes 1 - 6)

An in-class assessment of sub-editing skills based on the requirements of the NCTJ sub-editing exam (Learning outcomes 1, 5, 6)

Key Information Set Data:
100% Coursework

This module introduces key concepts in how to produce material suitable for broadcasting for multimedia platforms. The considerations of content and technical production will be equally addressed through a combination of study, theory, technical workshops, demonstrations, and practical exposition.

The module also provides advanced knowledge, understanding and experience of content processing development and management for newspapers. It builds on the foundations of techniques and acumen acquired in Production Journalism 1 (which is a pre-requisite for taking this module).

11 x workshop (3 hours) = 33 hours
12 x workshop (2 hours) = 24 hours

The lectures/workshops will include theoretical explanations and perspectives and will explore the techniques required to produce broadcast content for multimedia platforms, plus practical application of those skills for assessment purposes.

There will also be demonstration of and investigation of the key concepts and technological systems employed in the design and production of specialised pages in print journalism.

The independent study periods will allow you to enhance contextual understanding by reflecting on the topics addressed in the lectures/workshops, to carry out further independent research, to further practise technique, and to assimilate content required for the assessment exercises.

You will also be encouraged to undertake additional background reading utilising reference books, journals, newspapers, magazines, radio, television and the web.

Independent learning = 243 hours

Developing content and production skills in negotiation with independent learning using appropriate hardware and software, theoretical texts and exemplary material.

Key Information Set Data:
19% Scheduled Learning & Teaching Activities
81% Guided Independent Learning

Media Centre
Radio studio
Computer suite loaded with appropriate editing software
InDesign on Mac computers
Adobe Photoshop CS5
Library resources
OHP / PowerPoint
Audio / video playback facilities
Current newspapers, magazines and radio, web and TV out
The Blackboard virtual learning environment will be available (where relevant) to support this module. Details will be supplied in the module handbook.

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Boyle, R. (2006) Sports Journalism - Context and Issues. London: Sage.
Evans, H. (2000) Essential English for Journalists. London: Pimlico.
Harcup, T. (2004) Journalism Principles and Practice. London: Sage.
Hudson, G. Rowlands, S., (2007) The Broadcast Journalism Handbook. Harlow: Pearson
Randall, D. (Third Edition) (2007) The Universal Journalist. London: Pluto Press.
Steen, R. (2008) Sports Journalism - A Multimedia Primer. London: Routledge
Thompson, R. (2005) Writing for Broadcast Journalists. London: Routledge.
Evans, H (1978) Editing and design, Heinemann
Hodgson FW (1998) News sub-editing: AppleMac, QuarkXpress and after, Focal Press
Quinn, S (2001) Digital sub-editing and design, Focal Press
Anton, K K and Cruise, J (2009) QuarkXPress 8: Essential Skills for Page Layout and Web Design, Peachpit Press