Media Industries Glossary-

• Audience- This is a gathering of spectators or listeners, usually at a public performance such as a concert, but also refers to any member of the public viewing, buying or listening to any type of media product.
• Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) - A company that makes sure all advertising meets high eco advertising standards regulatory body.
• Broadcasters Audience Research Board (BARB) - Is a service that provides information of audience levels watching t.v although this can only be an estimated figure.
• British Board Of Film Classification (BBFC) - This is the organisation set up to legally classify age ratings on video games and DVD's ect.
• Institution- An organisation that invests chiefly in financial assets such as loans and securities rather than in tangable assets. Financial institutions include banks, trust companies and savings ect.
• New Media Industry- Describes when digital computerised or networked information and communication technologies emerged together in the later part of the 20th century.
• Narrowcasting- When a certain channel choose a certain audience through the programme they broadcast.
• National Readership Survey (NRS)- These are the people who are reading magazines and newspapers.
• Office Of Communications- The independant regulatory body for large communication companies in the UK.
• Press Complaints COmission (PCC) - The regulatory body for the UK newspapers and magazines.
• Broadcasting- Is sending information over networks from one source to another.
• Company size: Major companies- The profit wouldn't exceed 11 million, there turnover shouldn't exceed 22 million.
• Independant- A company thats solely run by itself.
• Cross Media companies- Draws viewers of TV, press to start using the web and mobiles more.
• Horizontal Integration- Horizontal intergration is when a company owns once or more building or firm.
• Private Ownership- Owned by 1 person or a small group. Editional content isn't controlled by thousands of share holders.
• Public Ownership- Owned by share holders- the directors have to answer to there share holders.
• Public Service Broadcasting- Is a broadcasting organisation made financially and controlled by the public for the public and has no political interferance.
• Regulatory Body- Is an independant organisation that was established and that regulates the activities of companies in an industry.
• Self Regulatory Body- Organisation which exercises regulatory authority over an industry or profession.
• Vertical Intergration- Process of several step in production and for distribution of a product or service by a single company or entity in order to increase the companies power in the market place.

Some of my photography from over summer (:

Logo Ideas!

My contirbution.

My contribution to the first issue of New is looking at the latest hair styles for people going out clubbing ect over the next few months.

As it's only head shots needed I would be able to shoot the pictures on the short backdrop. I'm hoping that Bonnie && Lucinda will model for me, I just need to find a Guy that would like to model a hairstyle for me (:

Research :)

The Editorial Research Manager reports to the Head of Design & Editorial and has accountability for managing the editorial and factual content of all stamp products. Additionally they must ensure the resolution of all intellectual property issues in relation to the creative development of the entire philatelic and collectibles range.

News Editor
News contributors promote TLDP's public image.
Responsibilities
Select appropriate news items to be included in TLDP's newsletter.
Fact check news items.
Markup items according to DocBook template for TLDP news.
Commit new information to CVS.
Publish news via the web and RSS feed.
Commitment
Approximately four hours per month is required to be a news editor. This time commitment is spread evenly throughout the month.
Qualifications
A familiarity with current events at TLDP is required as are good written language skills. Editors should understand how to use CVS.
Supervision
Peer feedback is obtained from TLDP's general discussion mailing list.
Training
There is no formal training for this position.
Policies Affecting Assignment
Filling of a news editor position must be agreed upon by current editor(s) and/or the TLDP webmaster(s).
Benefits Of The Position
News editors gain experience and satisfaction while promoting TLDP projects.



Magazine features editor-
Job description
A magazine features editor ensures that their publication is full of entertaining, informative and newsworthy articles.
Most opportunities are in large publishing companies that produce a wide range of titles. However, features editors are also employed by trade magazines, specialist publishers, online media and in-house magazines.
The responsibilities of the role can include: generating ideas for features, commissioning work by freelance writers, editing and proofreading, managing writing staff and liaising with artists and photographers.
Magazine features editors do not always need specialist knowledge of the subject they cover, unless the content is highly technical, although an interest in the subject is usually expected.
Typical work activities
The role will vary according to the size of the publication and the nature of its content, but responsibilities will typically include:
overseeing the layout, appearance and content of feature articles;
generating ideas for features with writing staff;
commissioning articles from freelance and in-house writers;
managing writing staff and freelance feature writers;
editing and re-writing articles, some of which may be rejected or returned to the writer for revision;
overseeing artwork, design and photography for the features section of the magazine;
attending photo-shoots;
organising meetings with writers and artists to discuss ideas for artwork, layout and features;
negotiating payments with freelance writers;
dealing with legal matters;
selecting feature articles for each issue;
sending out briefs to writers which can include word count, deadline, fee and writing style;
proofreading all pages before going to press;
raising the profile of the magazine;
networking with others at industry events;
assisting other staff to meet their deadlines.

Job Vaccancies Research

Editorial Research Manager
Employer: ROYAL MAIL
Posted: 11 Oct 2009
Reference: RML030572
Location: London
Industry:
Media - Creative
Media - General
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full Time
Salary: £39,422 Shortlist this job Email this job to a friend View all jobs from this employer
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Royal Mail
Put your stamp on this unique project.
Royal Mail's Stamps & Philatelic unit is renowned for producing award-winning collectible products that celebrate UK heritage and culture.
£39,422
London
As part of our experienced in-house design and editorial team, you'll work with world-leading designers, photographers, illustrators, writers, journalists and broadcasters to create an extensive portfolio of stamp products that will be admired and collected by millions of people for generations to come. The Special Stamp products range from the highly collectible First Day Cover to the more specialist annual Yearbook that contains an entire year's collection plus the story behind the stamp design and stamp subject matter.
You'll be responsible for ensuring the integrity of the editorial and factual content of Special Stamp products. It will be up to you to commission external writers and contributors to aid the development of that content, while also contributing to third-party intellectual property rights and copyright negotiations.
To this end, you'll need to be an experienced editor with a proven track record of copy-editing and managing editorial processes within a reputable magazine, periodical or publishing house.
Furthermore, it is essential that you have strong budget-management skills and are educated to degree level with an understanding of Quark Xpress, InDesign and Microsoft Word, plus knowledge of specialist data sources and research techniques.
To find out more and to apply, please visit our website at http://www.royalmail.com/jobs quoting reference RML030572.
Closing date: 25th October 2009.
At Royal Mail we take equality and inclusion seriously and are proud to employ a rich and diverse mix of people. This is why we encourage and welcome applications from all parts of the community, particularly women who are currently under-represented. We are positive about Disability.
- POSITIVE ABOUT DISABLED PEOPLE



Deputy Editor - Fast Bikes
Employer: FUTURE PUBLISHING LIMITED
Posted: 17 Sep 2009
Reference: FUTU-874
Contact: Future
Location: Bath
Industry: Media - Publishing
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full Time
Salary: Competitive £ and excellent benefits Shortlist this job Email this job to a friend Job contact details View all jobs from this employer
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About The Role
Would you like to work for the UK's only dedicated sportsbike magazine? We are currently looking for a Deputy Editor to join Fast Bikes, an established, well respected and strong performing magazine within Future Publishing's portfolio.
As Deputy Editor you will use your passion for sportsbikes and your understanding of the magazine's strategic goals, direction and positioning in the market to develop and deliver exhilarating editorial content, and execute the vision established by the Editor and publishing team. You will devise, organise and write road tests and features along with subbing content for the magazine. You will help to manage and develop the team as well as deputising for the Editor in his absence.
You will be required to represent the magazine at riding launches and other press events internationally. There will also be some weekend and out of hours working to attend events and ensure the magazine hits it deadlines.
About You
To secure this fantastic opportunity you will have proven journalistic skills, drive and creative flair combined with excellent magazine craft. You will also have proven subbing ability and experience in people management. Ideally you will be commercially minded and self motivated with the ability to work well under pressure.
You will have a strong interest in sportsbikes, hold a full unrestricted motorcycle licence and have a high level of riding ability.
What We Can Offer You
In addition to a competitive salary, generous holiday entitlement and comprehensive training programmes
About Us
Future is one of the leading media companies in the UK, with a portfolio of over 70 monthly special-interest magazines, 60 websites, a growing number of events and an expanding customer publishing business.
How To Apply
For a full job description please visit our website at www.futurenet.com/jobs.
To help us ensure we select the right candidates for interview you will need to impress us with your previously published work. Within your CV document please include a maximum of three examples of the raw copy of some of your published work. You will also need to indicate what salary range you would ideally be looking for.


Deputy News Editor - J3
Employer: REED BUSINESS INFORMATION
Posted: 06 Oct 2009
Reference: 00301
Location: United Kingdom
Industry: Graduate - Science
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full Time
Salary: Competitive plus benefits Shortlist this job Email this job to a friend View all jobs from this employer
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New Scientist, the world's leading science and technology magazine and website, needs a talented editor to join its award-winning team.
We need an accomplished journalist who can write and edit compelling stories, and help to inspire an international team of editors and writers. We have restructured our newsroom to provide stories for both magazine and web news, and the successful candidate will work across both outlets. You will need to balance the needs of a daily online audience with those of the weekly magazine readership, playing to each service's strengths.
You will need a good science degree, a track record in print and online journalism and in managing reporters. We can offer a stimulating environment in our central London offices and a competitive salary.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:
- To find, commission, write and edit compelling news stories about all aspects of science and technology.
KEY SKILLS REQUIRED:
- This is a job for a creative journalist who can commission, edit and write compelling stories to tight deadlines with the motivation and charisma to inspire others.
- The successful candidate will have a good science degree.
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
- A good track record in online and print journalism.
- Experience in managing writers, and a track record in editing news journalism.
RBI General Benefits Package
- Pension Scheme
- 29 Days Holiday
- Paid Charity Days - 2 days per year
- Life Insurance (4x salary)
- Save As You Earn Share Scheme (SAYE)
- Competitive Salaries
Please apply with a cover letter, three clips and CV.

Studio Photography Examples.

My Photographs will be shot within a studio here are a few examples-

The main things that will effect my will effect my shoot is the lighting and the colour of the backdrop I will need to right up a plan for my lighting set up and the colour backdrops I wish to use.