vol 24 no3, 2024
The role of Palestinian satellite channels owners in outlining the editorial policy: a field analytical study on experts and Journalists in the West Bank
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The role of Palestinian satellite channels owners in outlining the editorial policy: a field analytical study on experts and Journalists in the West Bank
| Mahmoud Mohammad Khlouf | Rami Hussein Jahajha |
| Faculty of Arts | Media Diploma Program |
| Arab American University | Modern University College |
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| Received : 03/04/2023 | Accepted :09/11/2023 |
Abstract:
This study aims to recognize the role of Palestinian satellite channels owners in outlining the editorial policy from experts and Journalists point of view. The study group included academics and prominent Journalists.
This descriptive study depends on a survey applied on the methods and practices of channels; it aims at recognizing the role of Palestinian satellite channels owners in the editorial policy highlighting the main determinants that control the policy of Palestinian satellite channels.
The study group included (430) Journalists and academics. The sample was chosen to represent its society as it reached (206) members (journalists and academics). The study depended on the scientific basis of probability sample and the simple random sample was chosen.
The study depends on gatekeeping theory and "Agenda" theory which showed that the owners of Palestinian satellite channels play a big role in outlining agendas for talk shows that are broadcasted on the channel. It also showed that the editorial policy has a great effect on convincing the audience.
The study found that the media plans of Palestinian satellite channels is very weak in presenting its content based on the policy of its owners and not the needs of the society and audience.
Keywords: role, editorial policy, ownership, content , satellite channel.