This paper is written about photojournalism which is a form of journalism. It is an aspect of journalism that involves collecting, editing, and presenting of news material for publication or broadcast with the use of images in telling a news story.
Photojournalism is not the same as photography. Where photography is the art of using the camera to take photograph, photojournalism is using photograph to tell a news story. A photojournalist is a person taking a picture with more than just the eye for the photo.
A photojournalist has the duty of taking an accurate portray of an event or scene and at the same time ensure a fascinating composition of the story.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Introduction
- Literature Review
- Effects of digital editing tools and platforms on contemporary practice of Photojournalism
- Conclusion
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This work examines the impact of digital editing tools and platforms on the contemporary practice of photojournalism. It aims to explore the ethical challenges and opportunities presented by these technologies, considering the potential for manipulation and the need for responsible use.
- The history and evolution of photojournalism, from traditional techniques to the influence of digital editing.
- The ethical dilemmas of manipulating images, particularly within the context of news media.
- The importance of maintaining credibility and integrity in photojournalism in the digital age.
- The role of photojournalists as professionals in shaping the visual narrative.
- The ongoing debate regarding the impact of digital editing on the believability of visual information.
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
- Introduction: This chapter defines photojournalism and its purpose, highlighting the role of images in news storytelling. It also discusses the historical development of photojournalism and the impact of technological advancements on the field.
- Literature Review: This chapter provides a critical review of existing literature on photo editing, highlighting the historical use of various techniques and the growing impact of digital tools and platforms. It emphasizes the potential for image manipulation and the importance of ethical considerations in this context.
- Effects of digital editing tools and platforms on contemporary practice of Photojournalism: This chapter delves into the practical implications of digital editing for photojournalists. It examines both the positive and negative aspects of these technologies, exploring the potential for enhancing visual information as well as the ethical challenges posed by manipulation.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
Photojournalism, digital editing, image manipulation, ethics, credibility, visual journalism, news media, technology, authenticity, manipulation, manipulation, contemporary practice, digital platforms.
- Quote paper
- Tomiwa Ogunrinde (Author), 2021, Digital editing tools and platforms on contemporary practice of photojournalism. Short review on effects, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/1021403
