Media Strategy Communication
Durham
Miscellaneous :: Public Policy
Credits: 4.0
Term: Spring 2021 - Full Term (02/01/2021 - 05/11/2021)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading
Term: Spring 2021 - Full Term (02/01/2021 - 05/11/2021)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading
Class Size:
5
CRN: 57339
CRN: 57339
In this course, we will introduce contemporary media strategies and learn how to use them to influence public policy. We will focus on: Recognizing the dynamics of the news cycle and how to identify opportunities in a saturated media landscape; Developing a message and a strategy to convey the message; Writing to advance a message in different media; Verbal skills to deliver a policy message via TED talk, panel or news conference; Nuance and differences when interacting with TV, radio, print, and social social; Introducing and practicing interview skills for TV, video, radio, print, and online media; and Understanding the power of image and authenticity.
Department Approval Required. Contact Academic Department for permission then register through Webcat.
Instructors: Michael Nikitas
Times & Locations
Start Date | End Date | Days | Time | Location |
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2/1/2021 | 5/11/2021 | F | 10:10am - 1:00pm | KEND 205 |