How are magazines adapting to their audiences? What are some of the strengths of magazines and what are some of the challenges facing the magazine industry today? Limit: 6 responses
Welcome to the blog of Dr. Lisa Burns' Media Studies senior capstone class (3:30 pm section) at Quinnipiac University. If you're looking for the latest on media industry trends and insightful media analysis, you've come to the right place!
Tuesday, February 23, 2021
Lifestyle & Niche Media Blog 4, Question 1 (March 2nd )
What is the appeal of lifestyle and niche cable TV networks and/or programming? How are these networks/programs managing to remain viable in the SVOD era? Limit: 6 responses
Lifestyle & Niche Media Blog 4, Question 3 (March 2nd)
How are brands and advertisers using social media influencers to target audiences? What are the pluses and minuses of using TikTokers, Instagram stars, and YouTubers to promote products? Limit: 6 responses
Wednesday, February 10, 2021
TV Industry Blog 3, Question 1 (Feb. 16th)
What are some of the things linear broadcasting and cable networks are doing to attract and keep viewers? How have these efforts helped them compete with SVOD services? In 3 – 5 years, what do you expect the TV industry to look like and what role will broadcast/cable/streaming play? Limit: 9 responses
TV Industry Blog 3, Question 2 (Feb. 16th)
Which two streaming services offer, or are developing, the best original TV series content? Which streaming services would benefit from creating more original content? Finally, do you think the streamers will eventually replace linear TV or continue to be a complementary/supplemental service for the majority of Americans? Limit: 9 responses
Tuesday, February 2, 2021
Audience Metrics & Advertising Blog 2, Question 1 (Feb. 9th)
Given the changes in how audiences consume media, do ratings still matter? Why or why not? And are there alternative ways to better track media usage? Limit: 9 responses
Audience Metrics & Advertising Blog 2, Question 2 (Feb. 9th)
How would you assess this year’s Super Bowl – from the commercials to the halftime show to the game itself? In this changing media environment, is the Super Bowl as influential as a showcase for advertisers, performers, and the NFL as it was in the past? Limit: 9 responses
Media Trends Blog 8, Question 1 (Thursday, April 15th)
What do you think is the most important trend that is cutting across all media industries and having the biggest impact on both professional...
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What has been the biggest impact of the pandemic on the U.S. film industry? Do you think the pandemic will lead to long-term changes in the ...
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How would you assess this year’s Super Bowl – from the commercials to the halftime show to the game itself? In this changing media environme...
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Which major media conglomerate is best positioned to succeed and which organization will face the most challenges in 2021? Limit: 9 response...