Thursday, April 21, 2011

Facets of sub-editing

·        1. Ensure accuracy by checking facts, figures, names, dates etc.

·         2. Use simple, straight language.

·        3. Eliminate repetitions.

·         4. Keep usages in line with the channels house style and tradition.

·         5. Give uncompromising attention to fairness, good taste and legal propriety.

·         6. Edit news items to fit the time slot.

·   7. Rework stories or combine related stories whenever required and add background information if necessary.

·         8. Give importance to slugs/ captions.

·         9. Complete everything within the deadline

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