The emergence of giant media corporations has created a new era in mass communications. The world of media giants - with a focus on the bottom line - makes awareness of business and financial issues critical for everyone in the industry. This timely new edition of a popular and successful textbook introduces basic business concepts, terminology, history, and management theories in the context of contemporary events. It includes up-to-date information on technology and addresses the major problem facing media companies today: How can the news regain profitability in the digital age?

Focusing on newspaper, television, and radio companies, Herrick fills his book with real-life examples, interviews with media managers, and case studies. In a time when all the rules are changing because of digital technology, conglomeration, and shifting consumer habits, this text is a vital tool for students and working journalists.

About the Author
Dennis F. Herrick has extensive media experience including ten years as a daily newspaper reporter, eight years as a congressional chief of staff, and twelve years as owner and publisher of a group of weekly newspapers. He taught at the University of Iowa and is an emeritus member of the journalism faculty at the University of New Mexico.


Book Information
ISBN 9780826351630
Author Dennis F. Herrick
Format Paperback
Page Count 408
Imprint University of New Mexico Press
Publisher University of New Mexico Press