Publishing & Media

The publishing of books, magazines, newspapers, and other printed materials and dissemination of information by means of the broadcast media.

Resources in this category:

Academy of Canadian Cinema and Television
http://www.academy.ca/

"The Academy of Canadian Cinema & Television is a national non-profit professional association that was created in 1979 to serve the Canadian film and television industry. Representing all aspects of the film and television industries, Academy is unique. It has grown to become the largest professional association of its kind in Canada with over 3,000 members." Includes information about its Genie Awards.

Academy of Television Arts and Sciences
http://www.emmys.org/

This site is a small description of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences with additional sections on their publications, scholarships, and the creation of critical viewers for the new television rating system.

Alliance for Community Media
http://www.ourchannels.org/

The Alliance for Community Media is dedicated to ensuring access to electronic media. This site contains public policy and legislative information, news releases, links to regional chapters, and membership information.

American Business Media
http://www.americanbusinessmedia.com/abm/Default.asp

Founded in 1906, American Business Media is the association for business-to-business information providers, including producers of print publications, websites, trade shows and other media.

American Business Press
http://www.americanbusinesspress.com/

"Established in 1907, American Business Press is the industry association for business-to-business information providers, including producers of magazines, CD-ROMS, Web sites, trade shows and other ancillary products that build upon the printed product. "

The American Federation of Television and Radio Artists
http://www.aftra.org/

This site has address, telephone number and fax number information, as well as contact names. It lists day and weekly rates for Federation members for acting work in television work, including overtime rates, wardrobe fees, meal periods, commissions and extra rehearsal times.

American Film Marketing Association
http://www.afma.com/

AFMA is a nonprofit association representing the Independent Motion Picture and Television Industry Worldwide. The site contains information on membership, including a membership directory, world trade issues in this industry, publications for sale, arbitration they are involved in, and links to other sites.

American Printing History Association
http://www.printinghistory.org/

"The American Printing History Association was founded in 1974 to encourage the study of printing history and its related arts and skills, including calligraphy, typefounding, typography, papermaking, bookbinding, illustration, and publishing. APHA is especially, but by no means exclusively, interested in American printing history." This site has information on APHA publications, regional chapters, activities, and upcoming events. Membership information is available, and selected articles from their journal, Printing History are also available.

The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers
http://www.ascap.com/

Probably the best-known industry organization, this was created in 1914 "to provide the essential link between the creators of music and the users of music." Included is a searchable database of performed music in their repertory, essential forms, interviews, a newsletter, and several guides, including one to musical resources in the music business.

Antiquarian Booksellers Association of America
http://abaa.org/

In addition to providing info about the ABAA and the ABAA Newsletter, this WWW page offers main sections entitled Locating and Contacting ABAA Booksellers, On-line Bookseller Catalogs, ABAA Book Fairs, and On-line Book Information and Research Materials.

Association for Multimedia Communications
http://www.amcomm.org/

"Members and Sponsors of the Association for Multimedia Communications are individuals, small businesses,corporations and educational institutions involved with or interested in interactive multimedia and the Internet as communications tools. Membership interests and expertise include authoring, programming, scripting, writing, design, graphics, animation, audio, video, training, education, marketing, public relations, advertising, technological services,hardware manufacturing and software development."

Association of America's Public TV Stations
http://www.apts.org/

"The Association of America's Public Television Stations (APTS) is a nonprofit membership organization established in 1980. Its members are the nation's public television stations. APTS's mission is to support the continued growth and development of a strong and financially sound noncommercial television service for the American public." Site includes Public broadcasting issues, fact sheets, lobbying, press releases and links to public broadcasting sites.

Association of American Publishers
http://www.publishers.org/

"The Association of American Publishers (AAP), with some 200 members located throughout the United States, is the principal trade association of the book publishing industry. AAP members publish hardcover and paperback books in every field as well as audio and video tapes, computer software, looseleaf services, electronic products and services."

Association of American University Presses
http://aaupnet.org/

"An organization of non-profit scholarly publishers, the Association of American University Presses is dedicated to the support of creative and effective scholarly communications." The Association supports "cooperative programs, information resources, and professional development opportunities." Site includes a statement on the value of university presses, information on programs and exhibits, a job board, a news desk, a bibliography, a list of electronic publishing projects, and information on AAUP publications.

Association of Canadian Publishers
http://www.publishers.ca/

"The Association of Canadian Publishers (ACP) represents over 135 Canadian-owned book publishers, with members from all provinces, and members from the literary, general trade, education, and scholarly sectors. Through all our activities, the ACP encourages the writing, publishing, distribution and promotion of Canadian books." The site includes information on government relations, marketing, members, and research.

Association of Learned and Professional Society Publishers
http://www.alpsp.org/ngen_public/

Represents the interests of all those involved in the publication of academic and professional information; provides information and expertise in learned publishing, influential contacts, valuable training and support. Website describes seminars, training courses, discussion and career forums, trade resources, and organization information.

Broadcast Education Association
http://www.beaweb.org/

"The Broadcast Education Association is the organization for professors, students and professionals involved in teaching and research related to radio, television and electronic media education. There are currently more than 1,600 members."

Canadian Newspaper Association
http://www.cna-acj.ca/

"The Canadian Newspaper Association (CNA) is a non-profit organization, representing 101 Canadian daily newspapers (English and French). Membership represents 99% of the almost 5.2 million copies of newspapers distributed daily across Canada... This is a unique industry website that is designed to provide specific services and information to members of the Canadian Newspaper Association and information about the Canadian Newspaper Association and about the newspaper industry for public consumption." There's a directory of daily newspapers that is searchable by city, province, newspaper name, contact person, or owner.

Center for History and New Media
http://chnm.gmu.edu/

"The Center is a collaboration between George Mason University,the American Social History Project, and the Center for Media and Learning at the City University of New York." It includes a comprehensive Websites related to history research -- archives, oral history, etc -- and social science resources for teachers, Internet education, and more. Very useful.

The Center for Media and Public Affairs
http://www.cmpa.com/

"The Center for Media and Public Affairs (CMPA) studies news and entertainment media using scientific content analysis. CMPA also conducts surveys and focus groups to illuminate the media's role in structuring the public agenda." Here you will find latest findings concerning the elections in Election Watch and the latest on the effects of the media and their findings.

Association of Independent Commercial Producers
http://www.aicp.com/

"Founded in 1972, by a small group of television commercial production companies concerned with a single issue, today's AICP has grown to represent exclusively, the interests of United States companies that specialize in producing commercials on various media - film, video, computer - for advertisers and agencies." Site includes a member directory, "News and Views", information on an AICP trade show, guidelines for doing business, important dates, and classifieds.

Editors' Association of Canada
http://www.editors.ca/

"Established in 1979, the Editors' Association of Canada is a national, nonprofit organization of both English- and French-language editors. Members include a broad range of people in publishing, from proofreaders, copy editors, and researchers to production editors, substantive editors, and desktop publishers. What we share is a dedication to promoting effective communications."

"The EAC site includes information about membership and professional development seminars, advice about hiring an editor, copies of the Standard Freelance Editorial Agreement, full-text publications, a searchable directory of editors, an extensive collection of links to online resources, and more." This site is in English and French.

Internet Professional Publishers Association
http://www.ippa.org/

"The Internet Professional Publishers Association is a professional association of graphics and design agencies involved in commercial marketing and publishing through the World Wide Web." This site has links to the IPPA's newsletter, membership directory, the IPPA Award for Design Excellence and information on how to join the IPPA.

Media Communications Association International
http://www.mca-i.org/

³he Media Communications Association International is a global community of professionals devoted to the business and art of visual communication. We are professionals who work in video, film, distance learning, web design and creation, and all forms of interactive visual communications, along with all associated crafts. Our members create programs that use visual media to convey important messages and information for corporations, small businesses, agencies, non-profit organizations, the government, education, the medical field, broadcast and cable television, etc.² This site has links to information regarding conferences, membership, news and newsletter, seminars and workshops, job hotlines, regional events and chapters, contacts, benefits and dues structure.

National Association of Broadcasters
http://www.nab.org/

³The National Association of Broadcasters...is the industry¹s largest, most inclusive organization, offering a wide variety of member services in addition to providing legislative, regulatory and judicial representation in the nation¹s capitol. For more than 70 years, NAB has sought to ensure the viability and strength of America¹s free, over-the-air broadcasters and serve as a practical, technical and educational resource for the entire industry.² This site provides links information regarding member services, fellowships, press releases, papers, statements and conventions.

National Association of Independent Publishers
http://lcweb.loc.gov/loc/cfbook/coborg/nai.html

"The National Association of Independent Publishers serves as a clearinghouse of information and resources for small/independent and self-publishers. NAIP provides support and information in the field of independent publishing and promotes the idea of free speech. The association administers a yearly book awards program and offers consultation benefits to its members."

National Cartoonists Society
http://www.reuben.org/

"The National Cartoonists Society is the world's largest and most prestigious organization of professional cartoonists. As defined in the NCS by-laws, a professional is one who earns 50% or more of one's living by drawing cartoons. The by-laws define a cartoonist as "a graphic story teller, whose drawings interpret rather than copy nature in order to heighten the effect of his or her message." The site has news, such as recent Reuben Award winners, and brief interviews with various cartoonists. There's also a list of useful resources for anyone interested in being a cartoonist.

National Music Publishers' Association
http://www.nmpa.org/home/index.asp

"Currently representing more than 600 American music publishers, NMPA has worked to interpret copyright law, educate the public about licensing, and safeguard the interests of its members. To insure a fair and orderly market for everyone involved in music publishing, NMPA is dedicated to the protection of music copyright across all media and across all national boundaries."

National Speakers Association
http://www.nsaspeaker.org/

"NSA: The Voice of the Speaking Profession, is the premier association for experts who speak professionally." The site includes administrative information about the organization, membership information, resources for finding a speaker, news and events, and articles from their publication Professional Speaker Magazine.

National Union of Journalists
http://www.gn.apc.org/media/nuj.html

"The NUJ is the world's largest journalists' union, with over 25,000 members in England, Scotland, Wales, and Ireland... The NUJ provides the following services: Legal advice and support; Publications; Training and training advice; Insurance advice; Representation in chapel, branch, industrial sector, national and international forums." The union's newsletter is available on this site as well as information about the organization and its members and a list of places that offer journalism courses.

Newspaper Association of America
http://www.naa.org/

³The Newspaper Association of America is a nonprofit organization representing the $46 billion newspaper industry and over 1,500 member newspapers in the United States and Canada. Headquartered in Reston, Va., with offices in Washington, New York City, Detroit and Chicago, the Association focuses on five key strategic public policy, diversity,priorities that collectively affect the newspaper industry: marketing, industry development and newspaper operations. Most NAA members are daily newspapers that account for approximately 85 percent of U.S. daily circulation.² This site provides links to newspapers on the web, events, conferences, bulletins, publications and information re: digital media.

Periodical Publishers Association
http://www.ppa.co.uk/

"PPA is the organisation of magazine and periodical publishers in the UK, and is a member of FIPP and FAEP. Our role is to promote and protect the interests of the magazine publishing industry. We have around 200 members publishing some 1,600 titles, which account for 80 per cent by volume and value of the magazine publishing industry. Member publishers span all ranges of magazines and periodicals - consumer, consumer specialist and business and professional." Contains news and events listings, a directory of online magazines, information about magazine publishing, and consumer information.

Periodical Writers Association of Canada
http://www.web.net/~pwac/

"The Periodical Writers Association of Canada is a non-profit organization founded in 1976. PWAC's membership includes over 400 professional freelance writers, journalists, editors and communications experts. It offers professional development, colleague support, political lobbying and helps to set standards of practice for the publishing industry in Canada." The site has information about the association, contact information for the local chapters, current news releases, and links to online resources for writers.

Small Publishers Association of North America
http://www.SPANnet.org/

"The Small Publishers Association of North America (SPAN) emerged out of a need for energized, decisive leadership. When COSMEP folded in February of 1996, a void was left in our industry. We are committed to filling that void--to being your best, most creative, most dynamic source for revenue-generating information and money-saving tips. Our mission statement is 'to advance the image and profits of independent publishers through education and marketing opportunities.'"

Society for the History of Authorship, Reading and Publishing
http://www.sharpweb.org/

"The Society for the History of Authorship, Reading & Publishing (SHARP) is a new organization for scholars working in all areas and aspects of the history of print culture. Whether your interest is women's authorship or literacy studies, children's periodicals or the history of copyright or of book selling or the history of reading, literary agents or incunabula, SHARP offers a network and a forum for academics, librarians, publishing professionals, authors, and independent scholars involved in the study of the social and cultural history of books, newspapers, and periodicals. As an international society, we welcome new members from all parts of the world working in any national literature."

Alcuin Society
http://www.alcuinsociety.com/

"The Alcuin Society was founded in 1965 by G.A. Spencer for booklovers world-wide and to promote a wider appreciation of what goes into finely-wrought books. It is the only non-profit organization in Canada dedicated to the entire range of interests related to books and reading. The Society will appeal to people with a broad range of interests concerning books and reading, including authorship, publishing, book design and production, bookselling, book buying and collecting, as well as the book arts of printing, binding, papermaking, calligraphy and illustration. Our Society's two main goals are to promote a wide appreciation for books and reading in society and to support excellence in book design and production." This site has information on membership as well as society publications and activities.

Bibliographical Society of America
http://www.bibsocamer.org/

"The Bibliographical Society of America (BSA) was organized in 1904 and incorporated in 1927. Its principal objectives are to promote bibliographical research and to issue bibliographical publications. Membership is open to all those interested in bibliographical problems and projects, and libraries are welcome as institutional members." You can find out about bibliography and the society's publications at this site.

Bibliographical Society of Canada
http://www.library.utoronto.ca/bsc/

"The principal aims of the Society are to promote bibliographical publications; to encourage the preservation and to extend the knowledge of printed works and manuscripts, particularly those relating to Canada; to facilitate the exchange of information concerning rare Canadiana; to coordinate bibliographical activity and to set standards. The Society welcomes as members all those who share its aims and wish to support and participate in Bibliographical research and publication." Information about conferences and the society's publications are available here. There are also links to related sites.

Women's National Book Association
http://www.wnba-books.org/

"The Women's National Book Association is the only organization in the book world open to women and men in all occupations allied to the publishing industry: publishers, authors, librarians, literary agents, editors, illustrators, designers, educators, critics, booksellers, and those engaged in book production, marketing, finance, subsidiary rights, and personnel. Publishers, wholesalers, and other organizations support the work of WNBA by becoming Sustaining Members. The WNBA exists to value reading and to support women in the role of the book."

Xplor Canada Association
http://www.xplorcanada.org/

"The Canadian affiliate of Xplor International, the Electronic Document Systems Association. Xplor Inetrnational's mission is to provide organizations and individuals with lerning and networking opportunities which enhance the effective use of electronic document technology to achieve business objectives." The Website contains "information about the mission and membership of Xplor in Canada, Canadian meetings and exhibits."