Editing is a job category and a professional identity. Refers to the compilation of works, etc. People engaged in this work are called "editing" or "modifying" in Chinese.
Editing and publishing belong to the news communication under the category of literature. Mainly study the operating rules of editing and publishing industry at home and abroad, and cultivate basic knowledge and theories such as editing and publishing, language and culture, and economic management. , with knowledge and ability in book editing and planning, publication management, publication marketing and new publishing technology. And can be engaged in editing and planning, publishing management, distribution marketing and other applied talents in publishing units, distribution departments and news units.
To become a qualified editor, students need to master the basic theory and knowledge of editing and publishing; Master the knowledge and methods of market analysis, topic planning, word processing, publicity and promotion, have strong oral and written expression skills and the ability to engage in scientific research initially.
At present, there are more than 80 universities offering this major in China, and different schools have different emphases. Courses include: China editorial publishing history, book editing, editing practical writing, introduction to periodical editing, editing practical proofreading, newspaper editing, newspaper supplement editing, new media editing, book review writing, book binding design, bibliography, etc.