The current Enquirer page size, left, compared with approximate dimensions of the ‘super compact’ canvas, right. The design is expected to change substantially. Originally published December 2011; see update as of May, 2012, at bottom. [CINCINNATI, Ohio] I’ve just returned from an invigorating three days helping to advise the staff of The Cincinnati Enquirer on the [...]
In Cincinnati, strategic prep
for the new ‘super compact’ format
Posted by Ron Reason on May 15, 2012
http://ronreason.com/designwithreason/2012/05/15/in-cincinnati-strategic-prep-for-the-new-super-compact-format/
Conference resources:
Newspaper design and editing links
In advance of working next week with the South Dakota Newspaper Association, I thought I’d compile some quick links to materials found on this blog, elsewhere on my website, and externally. REINVENTION: Among current/recent clients I’ve helped rethink format, organization, and mission are the Cincinnati Enquirer, which converts to the new “Super Compact/ Three Around” [...]
Posted by Ron Reason on April 19, 2012
http://ronreason.com/designwithreason/2012/04/19/conference-resources-newspaper-design-and-editing-links/
Now offering: Advertising and marketing design, writing services
Ron Reason News Design now offers additional services for publishers and ad directors, who may need occasional firepower for special projects or for custom advertising concept-writing-design. This is a great alternative for those whose design needs fluctuate through the year or whose regular staffing just won’t allow the amount or type of work you need [...]
Posted by Ron Reason on April 18, 2012
http://ronreason.com/designwithreason/2012/04/18/now-offering-advertising-and-marketingdesign-writing-freelance-services/
An illustrated trip through time
with The Chicagoan magazine covers
Windy City publisher J.C. Gabel this month revived “The Chicagoan” magazine, which originally was launched in 1926 and lasted 9 years. Their covers were illustrative, alluring, and dynamic – I’ve posted a few of my favorites from that period over at my Facebook page. Make sure to “LIKE” the page and you’ll be alerted to informative, [...]
Posted by Ron Reason on March 2, 2012
http://ronreason.com/designwithreason/2012/03/02/a-trip-through-time-with-the-chicagoan-magazine-covers/
2012 forecast: When does a newspaper redesign make sense?
One of the most popular pages on the companion site to this blog (Ron Reason News Design) has been my Q&A on when and how to hire a newspaper redesign consultant. I’ve just updated it to reflect the very different consulting approaches my clients have asked of me within the last year, and my thoughts on [...]
Posted by Ron Reason on February 27, 2012
http://ronreason.com/designwithreason/2012/02/27/2012-forecast-when-does-a-newspaper-redesign-make-sense/
Warning to coverjunkies:
Watch out for paper cuts!
A fun and smart surprise for magazine “cover junkies” has arrived in my mailbox from across the seas: Jaap Biemans’ one-off magazine celebrating the most notable magazine cover designs of 2011. Be warned: despite the cleverly edited title, it IS “an addiction to creative magazine covers that you wanna lick.” Lush, inviting, and expertly crafted, [...]
Posted by Ron Reason on January 25, 2012
http://ronreason.com/designwithreason/2012/01/25/warning-to-coverjunkies-watch-out-for-paper-cuts/
Cincinnati Enquirer: photojournalism gets a more personal voice
One of the real joys of my newsroom visits is being able to see in print or online, sometimes immediately, the end result of our conversations about change in culture, creativity, the development of personal “voice,” and other topics that go beyond “design.” Two real-life examples followed my recent three-day visit to the Cincinnati Enquirer, to [...]
Posted by Ron Reason on December 13, 2011
http://ronreason.com/designwithreason/2011/12/13/cincinnati-enquirer-photojournalism-gets-a-more-personal-voice/
Goodbye to a lover (mostly)
of local newspapers
[Mom and dad read the daily papers. Photo circa 1980s.] La Porte County (Indiana) newspapers may have lost their most faithful reader with the passing of my mom, Carolyn Reason, on Thanksgiving Day. Sadly, crosswords will now go unsolved. Typos will go undiscovered. Comics, columns and coupons will go unclipped; the tomfoolery of local officials [...]
Posted by Ron Reason on November 29, 2011
http://ronreason.com/designwithreason/2011/11/29/goodbye-to-a-lover-mostly-of-newspapers/
Updated, expanded:
Magazine design, redesign resources
Seeking inspiration for magazine design and editing? Check out this updated and expanded collection of magazine covers, prototypes, and inside pages (not sexy, but oh so important), with links to associated case studies and blog posts. And check out more than 2 dozen blog entries related to magazine and tabloid design and editing.
Posted by Ron Reason on November 18, 2011
http://ronreason.com/designwithreason/2011/11/18/updated-magazine-design-resources/
Photojournalism survival tips from Tribune pro Alex Garcia
Considering a career in photojournalism, already entrenched in one but want to get better (or make fewer gaffes along the way), or just want an inside look at some do’s and don’ts from a pro? Check out the following blog entries from Chicago Tribune standout Alex Garcia: Photo tips you should know before you’re ready to [...]
Posted by Ron Reason on November 16, 2011
http://ronreason.com/designwithreason/2011/11/16/photojournalism-survival-tips-from-tribune-pro-alex-garcia/