Community Journalism

Relentlessly Local

By Jock Lauterer | Publisher: The University of North Carolina Press

About the book

No matter how ambitious they may be, most novice journalists don’t get their start at the New York Times. They get their first jobs at smaller local community newspapers that require a different style of reporting than the detached, impersonal approach expected of major international publications. As the primary textbook and sourcebook for the teaching and practice of local journalism and newspaper publishing in the United States, Community Journalism addresses the issues a small-town newspaper writer or publisher is likely to face.

Jock Lauterer covers topics ranging from why community journalism is important and distinctive; to hints for reporting and writing with a “community spin”; to design, production, photojournalism, and staff management. This third edition introduces new chapters on adjusting to changing demographics in the community and “best practices” for community papers. Updated with fresh examples throughout and considering the newest technologies in editing and photography, this edition of Community Journalism provides the very latest of what every person working at a small newspaper needs to know.

Editions of Community Journalism

Paperback
ISBN 9780807856291
EBook
ISBN 9781469604855
EBook
ISBN 9780807867754
EBook
ISBN 9798893132144
PDF
ISBN 9798890880017

Read an Excerpt

No matter how ambitious they may be, most novice journalists don’t get their start at the New York Times. They get their first jobs at smaller local community newspapers that require a different style of reporting than the detached, impersonal approach expected of major international publications. As the primary textbook and sourcebook for the teaching and practice of local journalism and newspaper publishing in the United States, Community Journalism addresses the issues a small-town newspaper writer or publisher is likely to face.

Jock Lauterer covers topics ranging from why community journalism is important and distinctive; to hints for reporting and writing with a “community spin”; to design, production, photojournalism, and staff management. This third edition introduces new chapters on adjusting to changing demographics in the community and “best practices” for community papers. Updated with fresh examples throughout and considering the newest technologies in editing and photography, this edition of Community Journalism provides the very latest of what every person working at a small newspaper needs to know.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Community Journalism about?

No matter how ambitious they may be, most novice journalists don’t get their start at the New York Times. They get their first jobs at smaller local community newspapers that require a different style of reporting than the detached, impersonal approach expected of major international publications. As the primary textbook and sourcebook for the teaching and practice of local journalism and newspaper publishing in the United States, Community Journalism addresses the issues a small-town newspaper writer or publisher is likely to face.

Jock Lauterer covers topics ranging from why community journalism is important and distinctive; to hints for reporting and writing with a “community spin”; to design, production, photojournalism, and staff management. This third edition introduces new chapters on adjusting to changing demographics in the community and “best practices” for community papers. Updated with fresh examples throughout and considering the newest technologies in editing and photography, this edition of Community Journalism provides the very latest of what every person working at a small newspaper needs to know.

What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Community Journalism?

Economics, Finance, Business and Management > Industry and industrial studies > Media, entertainment, information and communication industries > Publishing industry and journalism > News media and journalism

Where can I read a sample of Community Journalism?

You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780807856291

How long is Community Journalism and how many pages does it have?

Community Journalism has 456 page(s)

Is Community Journalism part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?

Yes it is a part of series H. Eugene and Lillian Youngs Lehman Series

Who is/are the Author/s of the book Community Journalism?

Jock Lauterer

Who is the Publisher of the book Community Journalism?

The University of North Carolina Press

What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?

Community Journalism is available as paperback(ISBN 9780807856291) and ebook(ISBN 9781469604855) and ebook(ISBN 9780807867754) and ebook(ISBN 9798893132144) and pdf(ISBN 9798890880017)

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