A Practical Guide to Graphics Reporting, 2nd Edition

A Practical Guide to Graphics Reporting, 2nd Edition

by Jennifer George-Palilonis
Released October 2016
Publisher(s): Routledge
ISBN: 9781317486343

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Book description

Since this book first published in 2006, the field of information visualization has changed dramatically. First, information visualization has exploded online and on other digital platforms. Second, information graphics reporting has encompassed nearly every sector of communication and business. Visual reporting skills are not only relevant in traditional news environments, but many other professions as well.

This edition seeks to address these changes by providing learners with a cross-platform, cross-industry approach to instruction. It will include a robust, dynamic website complete with regularly updated examples of print, online, and broadcast graphics, as well as useful tutorials and exercises.

This book covers everything you need to know about reporting with graphics; information visualization and graphic design from a journalistic perspective.

A companion website includes regularly updated examples of print, online, and broadcast graphics, as well as tutorials and exercises.

Chapters include relevant case studies and conclude with essays from experts. When appropriate, resource files for exercises (such as Illustrator templates, images, and/or other visual reference material) will also be provided on the companion website.

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Table of contents

  1. Cover
  2. Title
  3. Copyright
  4. Contents
  5. About the author
  6. Acknowledgments
  7. Chapter 1 The art of visual storytelling
    1. Graphics history
    2. Visual perception and understanding
    3. The role of the graphics reporter
    4. Spotting graphics potential
    5. Types of graphics
    6. In the eyes of an expert: Michelle Minkoff, Associated Press
    7. Hands on
    8. Graphics potential packaging form
  8. Chapter 2 Visual ethics and standards
    1. Visual plagiarism and copyright
    2. Working with numbers
    3. Onsite reporting
    4. Visual accuracy and illustrative diversity
    5. In the eyes of an expert: Jeff Goertzen,Orange County Register
    6. Hands on
  9. Chapter 3 Research and writing graphics
    1. Researching graphics
    2. Sifting through the rubble
    3. Developing a source list
    4. Writing graphics
    5. In the eyes of an expert: Bonnie Berkowitz, Washington Post
    6. Hands on
  10. Chapter 4 Designing infographics
    1. Visual metaphors
    2. Design principles
    3. Design details
    4. In the eyes of an expert: Ron Reason, Design consultant, entrepreneur and educator.
    5. Hands on
  11. Chapter 5 Visualizing data
    1. Finding data
    2. Understanding data
    3. Transparency in reporting
    4. Preparing and organizing data
    5. Exploring data
    6. Choosing the right visual display
    7. Choosing the right tools
    8. In the eyes of an expert: Sisi Wei, Pro Publica
    9. Hands on
  12. Chapter 6 Mapping stories
    1. Cartography vs. journalism
    2. Kinds of maps
    3. Map elements
    4. Map construction
    5. Map references
    6. Map typography
    7. GIS and mapping the news
    8. In the eyes of an expert: Gustavo Faleiros, InfoAmazonia
    9. Hands on
  13. Chapter 7 Diagramming stories
    1. Developing a visual narrative
    2. Types of diagrams
    3. In the eyes of an expert: Nigel Holmes, Explanation Graphics
    4. Hands on
  14. Chapter 8Interactivity and motion
    1. Interaction design
    2. Motion graphics
    3. Interactive graphics
    4. In the eyes of an expert: Terence Oliver, UNC at Chapel Hill
    5. Hands on
  15. Chapter 9Infographcs case studies
    1. Strategic communication: Killer Infographics
    2. Healthcare: Swarm Interactive
    3. Education: Bottom Line Performance
    4. Global issues: Circle of Blue
  16. Glossary
  17. Index

Product information

  • Title: A Practical Guide to Graphics Reporting, 2nd Edition
  • Author(s): Jennifer George-Palilonis
  • Release date: October 2016
  • Publisher(s): Routledge
  • ISBN: 9781317486343