The future of journalism

Gone are the days of print or broadcast specialists. There is a growing demand for multi-platform journalism; journalists that are capable of multi-tasking.


With media constantly evolving, the future of journalism is uncertain. The Internet is rapidly replacing newspapers and television as a main source for news; much of its success perhaps due to its easy-access and constant updates.

An attractive feature of online journalism is that it is currently, for the most part, free of charge. However, the days of free access may be numbered. Media giant Rupert Murdoch plans to impose a fee on News International newspaper websites by the summer; an action that could cost the company readers. This said, creation of exclusive information for paying readers may be alluring to many.

But the Internet is not only host to professional journalism. Blogs are growing increasingly popular, and allow "everyday people" to document their lives efficiently from anywhere in the world. Social networking sites such as Facebook and Twitter are used by millions in order to interact with their friends, families and colleagues. Journalistically speaking, they can be used to find stories that may have otherwise been overlooked.


It is almost certain that the future of journalism lies mainly in the internet, and with new media such as podcasts and webcasts rapidly emerging, the web's possibilities seem endless.