TRINITY INSTITUTE OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIES

Sector – 9, Dwarka Institutional Area, New Delhi-75Affiliated to Institution of G.G.S.IP.U, Delhi

BJMCPrint Journalism II- 24203

PRINT JOURNALISM II

By: Ayushi Sachdeva Assistant Professor

TRINITY INSTITUTE OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIESSector – 9, Dwarka Institutional Area, New Delhi-75

INTRODUCTION• Editing is the process of selecting and

preparing written or visual for presentation through :

* Correction * Condensation * Organization * Accuracy of facts.

TRINITY INSTITUTE OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIESSector – 9, Dwarka Institutional Area, New Delhi-75

OBJECTIVES OF EDITING

To present an item or piece in a summarised or concise forms To enhance the clarity of item. To increase the understanding or comprehension of the item. To ensure coherence of thought in the news item. To maintain consistency or continuity in the news coverage. To make the item readable and interesting. To put the item in a presentable manner-layout ,design etc. To ensure that the item is in good taste.

TRINITY INSTITUTE OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIESSector – 9, Dwarka Institutional Area, New Delhi-75

PRINCIPLES OF EDITING1. Contrast

2. Parallelism

3. Unity

4. Simultaneity

5. Symbolism

TRINITY INSTITUTE OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIESSector – 9, Dwarka Institutional Area, New Delhi-75

CONTD…

• Read the news story three times.• To get familiar with story.• Editing and Final work is prepared.• Recheck the format (Lead, Body, 5W’s and 1H)• Headlines• Good knowledge of language• Editing symbols• Rewriting.

TRINITY INSTITUTE OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIESSector – 9, Dwarka Institutional Area, New Delhi-75

GOLDEN RULES OF EDITING

Keep the reader in mind. Step into the shoes of the reader. Try to use simple language. Attract the immediate attention of the reader. Make the story communication. Make the story visually attractive Just narrate, do not try to be preacher. Remain political. Do not over-whelm the reader. Keep on learning.

TRINITY INSTITUTE OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIESSector – 9, Dwarka Institutional Area, New Delhi-75

STEPS OF EDITING• Read the paper aloud as if you are reading a story.  • Stop and change anything you wish as soon as you

see it.• Read the entire paper.• Read one sentence at a time.• Look for patterns of error.•  Know your grammar and punctuation rules or �

know where to look them up.• Read the paper as a reader.

TRINITY INSTITUTE OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIESSector – 9, Dwarka Institutional Area, New Delhi-75

SCOPE OF EDITINGOn the basis of areas covered:

Newspapers Magazines Books Journals Any other publication Public opinion survey Cinema films Video films Image Tape recording Any kind of audio-video programme Research

TRINITY INSTITUTE OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIESSector – 9, Dwarka Institutional Area, New Delhi-75

JOBS PERFORMED IN EDITING

• Taking up grammatical corrections:(a) Usage(b) Spelling(c) Punctuations(d) Capitalisation• Making the expression clear, avoiding ambiguity.• Checking the accuracy of facts to avoid distortions.• Paragraphing appropriate length of each paragraph.• Sequencing:(i) Continuation of thought(ii) Fluency in reading, listening, watching.• Making proper use of mechanical devices.• Administering the process of publication or any other production.• Maintaining the quality of the product.• Data compilation and necessary corrections.

TRINITY INSTITUTE OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIESSector – 9, Dwarka Institutional Area, New Delhi-75

SUGGESTED READINGS A. Saxena Fundamentals of Reporting & Editing M V Kamath Modern Journalism M L Stein and Susan F. Peterno The News Writers’ Handbook

George A Hough News Writing

Jan R. Hakemulder, Ray Ac de Jonge, News Reporting and Editing P.P. Singh

M K Joseph Basic Source Material for News Writing Wainwright David Journalism made Simple, Hohnberg John The Professional Journalist

TRINITY INSTITUTE OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIESSector – 9, Dwarka Institutional Area, New Delhi-75

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