Newspapers & Magazine Advertising
Newspapers Advertisements 1. Classified 2. Display 3. Supplement
Classified n Commercial messages arranged in the newspaper according to the interest of readers
Display n Sponsored messages that can be of any size and location within the newspaper, with the exception of the editorial page
Supplement n Syndicated or local full- color advertising inserts that appear in newspapers throughout the week
Advantages of Newspapers n Market coverage n Comparison shopping n Positive consumer attitudes n Flexible
Disadvantages of Newspapers n Short life span n Clutter n Limited coverage of certain groups n Product criteria n Poor reproduction
Magazines- Classified by: n Audience n Geography n Demographics n Editorial content
Advantages of Magazines n Target audience n Audience receptivity n Long life span n Visual quality n Sales promotions
Disadvantages of Magazines n Limited flexibility n High cost n Distribution
Future of Magazines n Must compete against emerging technology. E-zines are growing in popularity: magazines without paper, postal mass, and fuss. Will the internet replace magazines?