Media Trends

Media trends will be created by the 10 media people to watch in 2012. Some work behind the scenes, while others are well-known personalities. But they all have the power to change media throughout the year.

Media trends signal changes in users' demands and technological breakthroughs. 5 media trends will help reshape the industry in 2012.

Media and politics create a tense combination every election year. Prepare yourself for the 8 ways politicans try to use media to further their ambitions and get into office.

TV news history has both started and followed trends. Take a trip back through 50 years of television news to see how your evening newscasts have evolved to reflect society, technological breakthroughs and show-business influence.

The media trends of tomorrow are in the headlines of today. In 2011, deals, struggles and controversies are part of the top media stories. Get the latest on what's making headlines and reshaping the industry.

One everlasting media trend is that despite better technology and new opportunities, big mistakes still happen. The top 10 media errors of 2011 show blunders often occur because of poor judgment and unforseen outside forces.

2011 promises to be another year of seismic change for media. 11 people are poised to reshape the industry during the year -- on the air, online or inside the corporate boardroom. Their actions will likely dictate the future for thousands of people working in media worldwide.

Media usually follow the same cultural and technological trends that confront every industry. But big news stories can give media outlets an unexpected jolt. These 12 events pushed news media into a new era of communication.

Many news users are skeptical that they're getting the complete truth when they see news reports. Examine common media myths about political bias, sensationalism and one-sided stories to become wiser to the ways of the news business.

As Americans watched the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, unfold on TV, most were left shocked, saddened and outraged. Those who worked in news media that day shared the same feelings, yet had to get back to work covering the biggest story of their lives. That dark day brought many changes to how news is covered, through technological...

The media are not not immune to being the top story. But 10 stories were the biggest headline makers of 2010.

The media has faced many dark predictions about where the industry is headed. These predictions have turned out to be myths so far.

Working in the media puts you in many dangerous situations. Covering the story can sometimes make you a part of the story.

How can the media adapt to the changing online trends? Stay on top of the most important social media trends to continue to build your online audience.

A number of magazines have stopped their print versions to make their publication online only or they've closed up shop altogether. But trends show print publications can survive if they branch out into untapped territory.

Editors-in-chief gauge the changes in newsrooms as new media and new challenges shift readers' habits away from traditional media. A couple of the newsroom barometer's highlights include concerns over the decline of young news consumers and beliefs that print and online newsrooms will blend into one.

Follow the latest media industry trends to stay ahead of the competition. See the people and devices that are changing the media landscape.