This document discusses various print and out-of-home media options. It provides statistics showing television accounts for 28% of the media industry, followed by newspapers at 23.8% and magazines at 14%. It then covers print media concepts like reach, frequency, and impressions. It outlines the roles of media salespeople, representatives, planners and buyers. Specific sections cover newspapers, newspaper advertising, magazines, magazine advertising, outdoor advertising, posters, transit advertising, and yellow page directories. Key advantages and disadvantages of each medium are mentioned.
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This document discusses various print and out-of-home media options. It provides statistics showing television accounts for 28% of the media industry, followed by newspapers at 23.8% and magazines at 14%. It then covers print media concepts like reach, frequency, and impressions. It outlines the roles of media salespeople, representatives, planners and buyers. Specific sections cover newspapers, newspaper advertising, magazines, magazine advertising, outdoor advertising, posters, transit advertising, and yellow page directories. Key advantages and disadvantages of each medium are mentioned.
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Chapter 8
Print and Out-of-Home Media
Media Industry 2003 Televesion 28% Newspapers 23.8% Magazines 14% Directories 7.3% Radio 5.3% Internet 3.3% Outdoor 1.3% Other 16.6% Print Media Reach and Frequency How many people and specific audience How often the ad is seen Impressions Opportunity for 1 person to be exposed Different than circulation Planning and Buying Media Planning – Advertisers choose media options based on research and schedule and budget Media Buying – Choosing which vehicles (TV, website) Media Key Players Media Salespeople – Convince planners to use a specific media Media Representatives – People who sell space Media Planners/Buyers – Implement media plan Media Researchers Newspapers • Local and National Markets • 68% of Adult Population Publish Frequently 2 sizes – 90% use standard/large size Circulation Newspaper Advertising Classified – Personal and Local Businesses Display – Run of Paper rate VS Preferred Position Rate Supplements – Free-standing inserts Advantages Ranges of Market Coverage Comparison Shopping Positive Consumer Attitudes Flexibility Interaction of national and local levels Disadvantages Short life span Clutter Limited coverage of certain groups Poor reproduction Future??? Increased costs Other outlets such as internet, apps, emails Magazines Types of Magazines Audience Focus - Reader’s Digest, People, Time Consumer, Business and Farm Other Classifications Geography Demographics Editorial Content Physical Characteristics Ownership Magazine Advertising Format – Front and Back pages are most valuable Double page spread Gatefold Photo Essays Technology Can personalize issues for subscribers National magazines can print regional ads Readership Measurement 92% of all American adults read at least 1 magazine per month 80% of them consider magazine advertisements helpful as buying guides MediaMark – Various statistics Magazine Publishers Association – Experience Advantages Target Audiences Audience Receptivity Long Life Span Format Visual Quality Sales Promotion Disadvantages Limited Flexibility – Ads submitted early Lack of Immediacy High Cost Distribution Future??? Virtual Magazines – no length limitations or distribution costs However has also worked in the opposite directions as websites like Expedia and Nerve.com now have print magazines Packaging “Even if you can’t afford a big advertising budget, you’ve got a fighting chance if your product projects a compelling image from the shelf.” –Advertising Age Critical reminder of benefits at the moment the consumer is making a decision Out-of-Home Advertising Outdoor Advertising Billboards 60% Size and Format – Posters and Billboards Buying Outdoor Space – Buying based on traffic count Advantages – High impact, inexpensive, brand reminder, allow creativity Disadvantages – easily ignored, people are distracted On Premise Signs History information Brand signs – McDonalds Golden Arches Signs allows us to located shops Posters On buildings and vehicles Most impact with best design Kiosks – Like in mall or a ad covered bus stations Transit Advertising On buses or taxis Transit Audience – Can target bus routes Directory Advertising Yellow Pages Directional Advertising – helps those who already have a need for a product or service Yellow Pages - $14 Billion Industry Other directories - Specific Advantages – Shopping Medium Disadvantages - Clutter