Dougherty Valley High – Media Leadership & Publication

Apr 2026 · 2nd Semester

Media Leadership & Publication is an optional course in the Journalism course sequence for students who have successfully completed the prerequisite courses covering journalistic writing , design photography and editing, the legal, moral, and ethical issues surrounding media production, and who are interested in serving a publication leadership role (such as section editor, managing editor, or Editor-in-Chief) and studying college and career options in journalism. In addition to responsibilities such as designing and overseeing production cycles, coaching peers in writing and design , delegating responsibilities and managing large scale projects and teams, students will work to create community among staff, research and implement leadership strategies and skills, design marketing and fundraising campaigns and collaborate with other local media programs. The curriculum is fully available to all students meeting the prerequisite requirement regardless of position held.