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Planning a journalistic collaboration

Here we look at the practical steps needed in setting up an editorial collaboration with another news organisation or other information source.
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Establishing a market differential

This article sets out the process for producing original, in-depth, issue-led journalism designed to inform the public debate.
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Setting up a media business

A media business is like a table with four legs - the target audience, the editorial proposition, values, and the market.
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Moving to cloud-based publishing

Discover how a media house in Slovakia slashed costs, increased productivity, and introduced newsroom efficiencies by publishing in the cloud.
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Creating a current affairs programme

In this article we look at the steps involved in creating a radio news and current affairs programme based on the needs of the target audience.
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Collaborative journalism explained

Newsroom collaboration empowers diverse media outlets to produce original, in-depth investigative reports, broadening the reach and impact of modern journalism.
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Developing a media sales strategy

Sales is one of the most important elements of a media company's commercial strategy. The sustainability of the business relies on its ability to generate income.
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Female representation in news leadership and coverage

Is your news organisation and its output male dominated? Are women fairly represented in newsroom leadership roles and the stories covered?
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Organisations supporting independent media

We have compiled a list of organisations that offer operational, strategic, and financial/business support for independent media, helping outlets survive, grow, and enhance their impact.
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Forward planning for media organisations

This module looks at how media organisations need to plan ahead in order to produce original content that informs the public debate and makes the most efficient use of resources.
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The value of audience research

Knowing your audience and understanding the issues they face are essential factors in developing a compelling editorial proposition.
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Project management skills

Successful media projects, whether new programmes, live event coverage or product launches, rely on following specific regulatory rules and industry guidelines.

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