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Silvy Dian Setiawan, Gadjah Mada University, IndonesiaAbstract
This research aims to examine how local journalists perceive media capitalism and its connection to the content produced by the media, as well as the challenges it poses to journalistic ethics. Capitalism is closely intertwined with mass media in Indonesia, including in the Yogyakarta Province. This study utilizes a case study method with a qualitative approach. Data collection techniques involve in-depth interviews with local journalists in Yogyakarta. This study utilizes the theory of media political economy from the perspective of critical communication studies. The research findings indicate that capitalism is inevitable in the mass media ecosystem. Capitalism impacts the content produced by journalists, prioritizing the ideologies and interests of capital owners, including advertisers, with the goal of making a profit. It also presents ethical challenges to journalists in maintaining their independence while practicing their profession.
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Conference: ACAH2025Stream: Media Arts Practices: Television
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Setiawan S. (2025) Media Capitalism: News Content Dynamics and Ethical Challenges for Local Journalists in Yogyakarta ISSN: 2186-229X – The Asian Conference on Arts & Humanities 2025 Official Conference Proceedings (pp. 199-211) https://doi.org/10.22492/issn.2186-229X.2025.16
To link to this article: https://doi.org/10.22492/issn.2186-229X.2025.16
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