The Impact of Multimedia Journalism on Ageism in Television News: Commodification and Anxiety of Aging in the Newsroom

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Article

Publication Date

10-1-2022

Publication Title

Journal of Applied Journalism & Media Studies

DOI

10.1386/ajms_00045_1

Abstract

Television news corporations changed their work roles from a tradition of team production to a ‘one-man-band’ method of production. Many veteran reporters are hesitant to accept the new methodology. This study intended to examine how television news reporters adjusted to more work demands and new technologies. A questionnaire was combined with participant observation for analysis. The participants included 289 television journalists, selected from local affiliates throughout the United States. The results indicate that there is preference for younger workers and burnout occurring to all age groups. This study explores the commodification of the profession in terms of labour value.

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