Real-World Media Ethics: Inside the Broadcast and Entertainment Industries

Book Details

• Author: Philippe Perebinossoff

• Brand: Taylor & Francis Ltd

• Edition: 2

• Binding: Paperback

• Number of Pages: 334

• Release Date: 12-07-2016

• EAN: 9781138897946

• Package Dimensions: 9.3 x 7.6 x 0.8 inches

• Languages: English

About The Book
Real-World Media Ethics by Philippe Perebinossoff is a comprehensive guide to the ethical dilemmas faced by professionals in the media industry. Through real-life case studies, this book addresses key ethical issues such as racial identity misrepresentation, inflammatory language use, exaggeration of personal roles, and the ethics of paying sources for stories. These case studies provide a broad view of the ethical challenges that media professionals encounter in a range of fields including journalism, public relations, entertainment, and visual communication.

This second edition has been thoroughly updated to reflect new developments in the media landscape, including issues surrounding globalization, new media platforms, copyright, and net neutrality. It also explores sports ethics and other emerging concerns in mass communication. The book is enriched with insights from the author’s personal experience as a former ABC executive, offering readers an insider’s perspective on navigating these complex ethical issues.

Salient Features:

• Explores real-world ethical dilemmas faced by media professionals

• Updated to cover new issues such as globalization, copyright, and sports ethics

• Accompanied by a companion website with additional interviews and practical insights

• Provides an ethical framework for journalists, public relations professionals, and those in entertainment and visual media

Real-World Media Ethics is an essential resource for anyone seeking to understand the ethical principles that guide media practice in today’s fast-paced and complex media environment.