Communication, Film & Theatre

My Instructor Resource Center : Log in or request access

Visual Journalism: A Guide for New Media Professionals
Christopher R. Harris, Middle Tennessee State University
Paul Martin Lester, California State University, Fullerton

ISBN-10: 020532259X
ISBN-13: 9780205322596

Publisher: Allyn & Bacon
Copyright: 2002
Format: Paper; 320 pp
Published: 12/18/2001
Status: Instock

Net price: $72.45 (What's this?)

Request a printed exam copy

Email this page to a colleague
Prepare for the First Day of Class
Learn about customization options

Visual Journalism discusses the growing visual communication field, making it the first book to combine all of the information necessary to start anyone on a visual communication career.

This text examines the historical context of visual journalism while providing insights into modern-day applications of new media processes for the new media professional. It consolidates information from various sectors of graphics to aid the “new media” practitioner, providing practical insight into the changing visual profession. By discussing topics such as visual literacy, ethical considerations, reporting and writing, typography and graphic design, and Internet research, it is of value in any course in which students are asked to create and use visual messages — including graphics, photography, Web design, typography, audio, and video.

TECHNOLOGY ADVANTAGE — Includes an accompanying Web site that continually updates information contained in the text, keeping the material current in a constantly changing field.

Contains professional sidebars in each chapter, providing students with insights into “real world” experiences.

Uses a variety of photographs and figures throughout the text to offer students visual illustrations of the new media discussed in the text — including an 8-page section in full color.

Each chapter includes vignettes which provide insight into real-world experiences of those working in the field.

Discusses the historical background, current trends, and future possibilities of visual journalism, offering students a complete picture of this evolving field.

INTRODUCTION: Digital Convergence and the Age of the Visual Journalist — Paul Martin Lester

SECTION 1: USING VISUALS.

1. Visual Journalism: Past, Present, and Future — Paul Martin Lester.

2. Visual Literacy — Paul Martin Lester.

3. An Ethical Approach — Paul Martin Lester.

SECTION 2: USING PHOTOGRAPHY.

4. Technical Considerations — Christopher R. Harris.

5. Documentary Assignments — Christopher R. Harris.

6. Manipulated Assignments — Christopher R. Harris.

SECTION 3: USING WORDS.

7. Reporting — Steve Doig, Arizona State University.

8. Writing — Gerald Grow, Florida A&M University.

SECTION 4: USING DESIGNS.

9. Typography — Jean Trumbo, University of Wisconsin.

10. Graphic Design — Jean Trumbo, University of Wisconsin.

11. Informational Graphics — Paul Martin Lester.

SECTION 5: USING MULTIMEDIA .

12. Visual Motion — Douglas Mitchell, Middle Tennessee State University.

13. Audio and Motion — Douglas Mitchell, Middle Tennessee State University.

14. Interactive Multimedia — Marc Barr, Middle Tennessee State University.

SECTION 6: USING COMPUTERS.

15. Internet Research — Robert Spires, Middle Tennessee State University.

16. Computer Applications — Larry Burriss, Middle Tennessee State University.

CONCLUSION: Visual Journalism Awaits You — Christopher R. Harris.

BIBLIOGRAPHY.

Multimedia (Mass Communication / Public Relations / Film)
Photojournalism (Mass Communication / Public Relations / Film)
Layout and Design / Graphics (Mass Communication / Public Relations / Film)
Visual Journalism (Mass Communication / Public Relations / Film)

Companion Website
Harris & Lester
©2002 | Allyn & Bacon | On-line Supplement | Instock
ISBN-10: 0205349498 | ISBN-13: 9780205349494

Course & Discipline Resources
eLearning & Assessment

For the Mass Communication / Public Relations / Film Discipline

Allyn & Bacon Digital Media Archive for Communication, Version 3.0, 3/E
Allyn & Bacon
©2005 | Allyn & Bacon | CD-ROM Only; 32 pp | Instock
ISBN-10: 0205437095 | ISBN-13: 9780205437092
Suggested retail price: $0.00Net price: $0.00 (What's this?)

iClicker Classroom Response System
iClicker & Allyn & Bacon/Longman
©2008 | Allyn & Bacon | Electronic Supplement | Instock
ISBN-10: 0205594506 | ISBN-13: 9780205594504

InterWrite PRS RF (Personal Response System)
InterWrite PRS & Allyn & Bacon/Longman
©2005 | Allyn & Bacon | Electronic Supplement | Instock
ISBN-10: 0205436951 | ISBN-13: 9780205436958

Pearson Allyn & Bacon Film Study Site Update (open Access)
Allyn & Bacon
©2011 | Allyn & Bacon | On-line Supplement | Estimated Availability : 04/01/2010
ISBN-10: 0205737595 | ISBN-13: 9780205737598

ResearchNavigator.com Guide: Mass Communication, Theatre, and Film (Valuepack item only)
Roat & Barr
©2007 | Allyn & Bacon | Paper; 128 pp | Instock
ISBN-10: 0205524141 | ISBN-13: 9780205524143
Suggested retail price: $0.00Net price: $0.00 (What's this?)

Companion Website
Harris & Lester
©2002 | Allyn & Bacon | On-line Supplement | Instock
ISBN-10: 0205349498 | ISBN-13: 9780205349494

Pearson Higher Education offers special pricing when you choose to package your text with other student resources. If you're interested in creating a cost-saving package for your students contact your Pearson Higher Education representative.