KUWAIT: The KUNA Center for Media Capacity Development launched on Sunday a specialized training program titled “Preparing and Editing Books, Publications and Documentary Materials,” aimed at equipping participants with the essential skills required in the preparation and editing of various print and documentary content. Running until May 15, the program is led by KUNA researcher Abdullah Badran and includes the participation of several staff members from KUNA’s Information and Research Center.

It introduces foundational concepts in the production of publications and documentary materials, including defining types of publications, choosing suitable layouts and titles, and identifying appropriate sources - whether written, oral or personal. The training also focuses on key editorial practices such as content drafting, chapter organization, quoting techniques, concise writing and accurate documentation of references. Emphasis is placed on credibility and precision in information selection, as well as the effective use of images relevant to various topics.

Program presenter and researcher at Kuwait News Agency (KUNA) Abdullah Badran

Participants are also introduced to technical aspects of book production, including selecting suitable fonts, page sizes, cover designs and determining the number of pages. The program highlights distribution methods, copyright procedures, marketing strategies, and both print and digital publishing techniques. A notable component of the program is dedicated to editing documentary materials - addressing source selection, paragraph sequencing, headline formulation, and information verification.

The integration of artificial intelligence tools in writing and editing processes is also explored. Founded in December 1995, the KUNA Center for Media Capacity Development is one of the region’s leading institutions for media training, having organized hundreds of programs aimed at enhancing individual media competencies and fostering professionalism across the sector. — KUNA