redakcji

Redakcji is the Polish term referring to the editorial office or newsroom of a media outlet. In Polish media, the redakcja denotes the organizational unit responsible for producing content, shaping editorial policy, and coordinating the publication process for a newspaper, magazine, radio, television, or online platform. The term can also be used in the genitive form redakcji to indicate possession or association, such as within a sentence describing the work of redakcji.

A typical redakcja comprises various professional roles. Key figures include the editor-in-chief (redaktor naczelny), who sets editorial direction and standards, and the managing editor or deputy editors who oversee daily operations. Other members often include editors (redaktorzy) who supervise sections, journalists or reporters, copy editors (korektorzy) who ensure language quality, fact-checkers, photographers, and graphic designers. In smaller outlets, many roles may be combined functions performed by a single person or a small team.

Functions performed by the redakcja include planning and topic selection, assigning stories, editing for style and accuracy, proofreading, fact verification, and ensuring compliance with legal and ethical standards. It also coordinates production workflows, coordinates with production teams for layout and publishing, and manages archiving and audience engagement. With the digital shift, many redakcje operate cross-platform teams that produce content for both print and online formats, often integrating multimedia and social media strategies.

Etymology and usage: redakcja originates from the verb redagować (to edit). In media studies, the redakcja is analyzed as a social and professional network that influences editorial decisions and newsroom culture.