KINNAIRD COLLEGE FOR WOMEN

SUBMITTED TO: DR. MAIRA QADOOS

SUBMITTED BY: AMNA AKBAR, MAHEEN ZAHID SAJJAL

AMIR, ARFA NAVEED

SECTION: A

SUBMITTED ON: 14/05/23

COURSE: MEDIA MANAGEMENT

& MARKETING

FINAL PROJECT
 MEDIA ORGANIZATION

92 NEWS NETWORK

OWNERSHIP STRUCTURE OF 92 NEWS CHANNEL:

The Galaxy Broadcasting Network Private Limited owns 92 News, and the shares are distributed
among the Mian brothers as follows: Mian Muhammad Hanif owns 33.98%, Mian Muhammad
Usman owns 33.01%, and Mian Muhammad Rasheed owns 33.01%, giving the Mian family
exclusive control of the corporation.

INRODUCTION:

92 News (also known as 92 News HD Plus (Channel 92)) is a conservative Urdu language
television channel broadcasting from Lahore, Pakistan. The channel's CEO is Mian Muhammad
Rasheed. It is Pakistan's first high-definition television news channel. It claims to have reporters
in over 300 cities across Pakistan. The firm employs Hologram technologies and cutting-edge
video library technologies. The channel is available in Pakistan, the United Kingdom, and other
European countries. Farooq Majid is the News Department Director of 92 News.

HISTORY AND LOGO:

The channel's name, 92, refers to Pakistan's World Cup victory in 1992. Another key reason for
the channel's name is that the number 92 is also the telephone country calling code of Pakistan.
In 2015, the 92 News HD channel was created.
NETWORK AND COVERAGE:

It is Pakistan's first high-definition television news channel. It claims to have reporters in over
300 cities across Pakistan. The channel is available in all Pakistan, and in the United Kingdom,
and other European countries. 92 News also run a parallel broadcast business in the UK where
they operate the ‘92 News UK Beam’ service. The company that owns 92 News also branched
into print media in 2017 by launching the 92 Roznama Urdu-language daily newspaper and into
online media earlier in 2015.

92 NEWS UK

92 News UK broadcasts in Urdu and English. On December 12, 2017, Sky station 740
broadcasted Pakistan's first UK television news station. They have a separate Room for
international broadcast like UK, USA, Middle East, Africa, and Latin America.

92 E-NEWSPAPER

Roznama Galaxy Broadcasting PVT LTD publishes 92 News, an Urdu newspaper, on a regular
basis. The same media organization is responsible for the launch
of Pakistan's first HD news channel, 92 HD. They have different
sections in their newspapers, they have their own printing section.
They have unique style of printing and layout. Roznama 92 News
has come in to the market with a strong ideological stance and a
responsible attitude. The policy of this newspaper revolves around
three basic principles; Islam, Pakistan and Public. After the
newspaper’s launch from Lahore, publication from other major cities like Karachi and Islamabad
was also started within a month. In the short span of a year, it was being published from eight
major stations of Pakistan, which included not only the federal capital, Islamabad and four
provincial capitals, Lahore, Karachi, Peshawar and Quetta but also other major cities like
Multan, Faisalabad and Sargodha. The newspaper has been well received across the country. In
the future, the media group behind Roznama 92 is making plans to launch the newspaper from
other important cities of Pakistan. After the implementation of these plans, Roznama 92 News
will become one of the top newspapers of Pakistan with the biggest network in the country.
SLOGAN:
“ We don't hide news, we publish it.”

This tagline correctly describes the goal and purpose of Roznama 92 News. The newspaper is not
only recognized for giving readers with the most recent news, but it also attempts to provide
viewers with accurate information without attempting to conceal the truth for personal
advantage. Without fear, the journal spreads awareness of a wide range of social, political, and
religious concerns. It explores every tale in detail, leaving no stone unturned in disclosing the
entire truth. Roznama 92 News provides news for the purpose of improving public awareness,
without regard for personal gain or advantage. This is why it has one of Pakistan's fastest rising
readerships.

OBJECTIVES OF 92 NEWS CHANNEL:

Giving true news, standing up to oppressors, contacting parliament on behalf of the

downtrodden, discovering the truth via investigative reporting.

VALUES:

 Fearless
 Trustworthy Journalism
 Voice of our nation

VISION:

To be the most trusted source of news and information in our region, providing accurate and
timely reporting that informs, educates, and empowers our audience.

MISSION:

To provide objective, impartial, and comprehensive coverage of local, national, and international
news that is relevant to our audience. We are committed to upholding the highest ethical
standards in our reporting, and to promoting transparency and accountability in all aspects of our
work.
SEGMENTS IN THEIR CHANNEL:

 Pakistan
 World
 Sports
 Business
 Health
 Entertainment
 Technology
PROGRAMMES:

 Subh E Noor
 Hard talk Pakistan
 Cross talk
 Ho kya raha hai
 92 at 8
 Muqabil
 Night edition
 RAAZ O NIAZ

HIERARCHY:

1. Chairman:
2. Chief Executive Officer:
3. Chief Operating Officer:
4. Director news:
5. Executive producer:
6. Senior producer:
7. Producer:
8. Anchor:
9. Reporters and correspondents:
10. Technical and support staff:

DEPARTMENTS OF 92 NEWS:
 1. HR DEPARTMENT
2. ACCOUNTS & FINANCE DEPARTMENT
3. CONTROL ROOM

 PCR ( PROGRAMMING CONTROL ROOM)

 MCR (MASTER CONTROL ROOM)

4. NEWSROOM

 NEWS DESK
 CENTRAL ASSINGMENT DESK
 TICKER DESK
 HEADLINE PRODUCER
 RUN DOWN
 SPORTS DESK
 INTERNATIONAL NEWS

5. GRAPHICS DEPARTMENT
6. INVESTIGATE STORIES DEPARTMENT
7. BUREAUS
8. PACKAGING DEPARTMENT
9. PRODUCTION DEPARTMENT
10. IT DEPARTMENT
11. MAKEUP ROOM & WARDROBE

HR DEPARTMENT:

The HR department head is responsible for strategic workforce planning, assessing staffing
needs, and developing recruitment strategies to attract and hire talented individuals for various
roles within the organization. This includes creating job descriptions, conducting interviews, and
overseeing the selection process. The HR head plays a crucial role in managing employee
relations and ensuring a positive work environment. They handle employee grievances, mediate
conflicts, and promote effective communication between management and staff. They may also
be responsible for developing and implementing employee engagement initiatives. The HR head
is responsible for managing the organization's compensation and benefits programs. This
involves conducting salary surveys, developing and implementing compensation structures,
administering employee benefits such as health insurance and retirement plans, and ensuring
compliance with relevant laws and regulations. They provide guidance and expertise on HR
matters, contribute to strategic decision-making, and ensure HR initiatives support the
organization's mission and objectives.

Accounts & Finance Department:

The Accounting and Finance department is involved in the budgeting process, working closely
with other departments to develop annual budgets and financial forecasts. They monitor actual
performance against the budget, identify variances, and provide insights to management for
effective financial planning. The department conducts financial analysis to assess the
organization's financial performance, profitability, and efficiency. They may perform cost
analysis, trend analysis, and ratio analysis to provide insights and recommendations to
management for decision-making and strategic planning.

Control Room:
The control room, which includes the PCR (Production Control Room) and MCR (Master
Control Room), plays a critical role in the technical operations and broadcasting of a news
organization. The control room is responsible for overseeing and managing the technical aspects
of the broadcast operations. This includes ensuring the smooth operation of equipment such as
cameras, switchers, audio mixers, graphics systems, and video servers. They coordinate the
timing and execution of live broadcasts, recorded segments, and commercials.
Kashif Abbas is the head of PCR department, and he manages live production activities. This
involves directing live shots, switching between camera feeds, incorporating graphics and visual
effects, and coordinating with producers and on-air talent to ensure a seamless broadcast.
Ahmed Nawaz is the head of MCR department and he is responsible for managing content
playback. This includes scheduling and cueing pre-recorded news segments, commercials,
promos, and other program elements. The MCR operator ensures that the correct content is
played at the right time, adhering to the broadcast schedule.

News Room:
Assignment Desk: Lala Nasir head of assignment desk who is responsible for receiving and
evaluating news tips, story ideas, and press releases. He determine which stories are worth
pursuing and assign reporters or journalists to cover them.
Reporting and Gathering Information: Reporters and journalists assigned to specific stories
conduct research, gather information, interview sources, and collect data relevant to their
assigned topics. They may conduct interviews in person or remotely, visit locations, and review
documents or online sources.
Writing and Editing: Once the reporters have gathered the necessary information, they write
their news articles, scripts for TV or radio segments, or prepare content for online platforms.
They ensure accuracy, objectivity, and adherence to the organization's editorial standards.
Copy Editing and Fact-Checking: The written content goes through a copy editing process
where editors review and correct grammar, spelling, punctuation, and style. They also fact-check
the information presented in the article to ensure accuracy and verify sources.
Newsroom Coordination: In a newsroom, various teams and desks work in coordination. This
includes editors, producers, photojournalists, videographers, graphic designers, and social media
managers. They collaborate to integrate multimedia elements, such as images, videos, and
graphics, into the news stories.
News Meeting: Newsroom staff, including editors, producers, and reporters, often gather for a
news meeting. In this meeting, they discuss story ideas, review the progress of ongoing stories,
assign additional resources if needed, and plan the news coverage for the day or upcoming
events.

Packaging department:
Mubashir is the head of packaging department, packaging professionals are responsible for
crafting attention-grabbing headlines and concise, informative captions that accurately
summarize the news story or content piece. They aim to capture the audience's attention and
entice them to engage with the content further. They have to sum up the package in 60 to 90
seconds. The packaging department enhances the visual appeal of the content by selecting
appropriate images, graphics, videos, or multimedia elements. They ensure that the visual
elements align with the content and effectively communicate the story or message.

IT Department:
Ahmed Nawaz is the head of IT department, The IT department is responsible for managing the
organization's technical infrastructure, including networks, servers, storage systems, and
hardware components. They ensure that the infrastructure is secure, scalable, and capable of
supporting the organization's operational needs. IT professionals handle the installation,
configuration, and maintenance of operating systems, software applications, and databases used
within the news organization. They manage user accounts, permissions, and access rights to
ensure data security and system integrity. The IT department collaborates with other departments
to identify technological needs, support their specific requirements, and ensure integration
between different systems. This includes coordinating with the editorial team, marketing,
operations, and other departments to streamline workflows and optimize technological solutions.

Makeup Room & Wardrobe:

Rabia Arshad is the head of wardrobe department and 2 tailors work under her. She designs
outfits for anchors according to their physique or the requirements of television screen.
Hammad Syed is the head of makeup room and 4 more makeup artists work under him and they
do the makeover of the anchors or celebrities.

EMPLOYMENTS:
They have total 250-300 employees including all the shifts in their main Head office Lahore.
And they have more than 2000 employees nationally and internationally.

OUR VIEW POINT AFTER VISITING 92 NEWS:

Our visit as students was fantastic. We were given a behind-the-scenes peek at how news is
generated and televised, and it was amazing to watch all of the many departments and teams
collaborating to get the news to viewers. They show us the make-up and clothes of anchors as
they prepare for the broadcast. We had the opportunity to speak with some of the journalists and
broadcasters and hear about their experiences covering breaking
news situations. We also saw the control room and learned about
the technical sides of broadcasting, such as how news is edited
and presented live. They also gave us gift hampers of 92 news
channel.

CONCLUSION:

92 NEWS is a popular news station in Pakistan that broadcasts

local and worldwide news, sports, and entertainment 24 hours a
day, seven days a week. With a staff of experienced journalists
and reporters, as well as cutting-edge technology and facilities, 92
NEWS is committed to providing viewers across the country and
around the world with accurate and timely news. We noticed a significant lack of female
producers and staff in the newsroom and all the other departments as well. Overall it was a great
experience we have visited all their departments, sets, live shows and how they control
everything from back of the camera. It was totally different what we see in TV. 92 News is
dedicated to providing its viewers with a comprehensive and dependable source of information.
92 news have their own 360 green room which no other media channel have yet.