Press Association has its roots within print and media, for this reason, our production training arm is considered amongst the most experienced and knowledgeable in the field.
Media and print production courses are currently in high demand; this is due to the changing way in which readers wish to view their content. Whether you are responsible for printed content, redesigning a newspaper, or are simply looking for the tools and education to break into the industry, Press Association is the best source for your production training needs.
To see when the next course is scheduled, view our calendar.
View all our specialist production courses below:
If you cannot find a program to suit your training needs in our list of PR courses, please contact us for a bespoke training proposal.
Introduction to sub editing
Sub editing courses are currently in high demand and this introduction course is the most popular in Press Association's production training schedule. Introduction to sub editing is aimed at those who are about to take up subbing or those already doing the job but without any formal training. The program teaches tight-subbing, creating good headlines, the choice and use of typefaces and more. View more about our introduction to sub editing course.
Subbing masterclass
This is our "learn to sub properly" course, taking delegates through the full range of subbing skills. The program is a mix of practical and theory. Course members are individually guided and assessed on their work. After each session delegates will carry out practical exercises in tasks such as tight-editing, copytasting, laying out a news spread and a features/ sports page. View more about our subbing masterclass course.
How to produce an interactive magazine
Increasingly magazine publishers are switching away from print and launching interactive page-turning online. Follow this trend and learn to produce a sharp and dynamic interactive magazine with Press Association training. View more about our how to produce an interactive magazine course.
Headline writing for today's newspapers
Sharpen your headline skills. Learn to build effective images, headline mediocre stories and know when, and when not to pun. In these days of template, two-deck syndrome and the need to "fill" the paper, too many subs are churning out uninspired headlines that are alienating readers. Press Association teaches how to grab attention through correct headline writing. View more about our headline writing for today's newspapers course.
Newspaper layout and design
Are you an experienced sub-editor or artist now involved in page design? This newspaper layout and design course delivers a solid grounding on the basics of page layout, from the principles, to the creation of pages on the computer
Who should attend: Anyone who wants to develop their design and layout skills.
Course Length: Two days.
Magazine Design
This course looks in depth at the different disciplines required in magazine design. Courses such as this deal with all aspects of design, from assessing your target market to using the right typefaces.
Who should attend: Anyone taking responsibility for magazine or supplement design.
Course Length: Two days.
Features-editing
Learn where to find features and how to get the best out of them. Engage readers with the right topics. This course is essential for anyone who takes responsibility for features media editing. Courses such as this are perfect for those within the newspaper or magazine features editing industry that are determined to keep ahead of trends and developments. View more about our features editing course.
Redesigning the newspaper
Of all of our available print production courses, redesigning the newspaper assists those in need of revitalising their newspaper's content and appearance. Learn to effectively analyse content and readership, update a newspapers choice of typefaces, grids and use relevant pictures and graphics. View more about our redesigning the newspaper course.
Use of Graphics
This course examines graphics in both theory and practice, looking at charts, maps, information graphics and much more. View more about our use of graphics course.
Typography and design (for advertising staff)
This is an important course in dealing with the principles and practice of typography, colour and design in advertising. Correctly choose and utilise typefaces for advertising, explore dynamic page layout and gain help on the effectiveness of your own publication. View more about our typography and design course.
Use of colour
Colour is an essential part of today's publications, yet how many times do we see it misused? Understand the use of colour in theory and practice. Explore the use of pictures, branding, colour washes and more. View more about our use of colour course.
Redesigning a newsletter
Even in these days of websites and e-mail, the newsletter is still an essential way of getting your message across to staff, suppliers and customers. To be effective though, and make busy people want to pick it up, it has to look modern and interesting. Press Association training can help you through a complete redesign of your publication. View more about our redesigning a newsletter course.
Sports editing
Sports editing is a practical course which brings delegates up to date with the changing face of sports coverage and shows how newspapers can compete with other media. Learn to plan and structure your sports content and write interesting and engaging match reports. View more about our sports editing course.
If you cannot find a program to suit your training needs in the above list of production courses, please contact us for a bespoke training proposal.