1. Home
  2. Vol 3, No 12 (2026)
  3. Angkat

Etika Jurnalistik dalam Praktik Pemberitaan Media Cetak: Analisis Observasi Redaksi dan Teks Berita Harian Waspada

Author


Darni Angkat(1Mail), Ghina Septika(2),
(1) Universitas Islam Negeri Sumatera Utara, Medan; Indonesia,
(2) Universitas Islam Negeri Sumatera Utara, Medan; Indonesia,

Mail Corresponding Author
Article Analytic
  [File Size: 289KB]  Language: en
Available online: 2026-01-10  |  Published : 2026-01-10
Copyright (c) 2026 Darni Angkat, Ghina Septika
Article can trace at:

Article Metrics

Abstract Views: 4 times PDF Downloaded: 0 times

Abstract


This study addresses the issue of how journalistic ethics are implemented in print media reporting amid the dynamics of news production and demands for immediacy. The study aims to analyze the application of journalistic ethical principles in the editorial process and news texts of Harian Waspada, focusing on accuracy, balance of sources, independence, non-sensationalism, and social responsibility. A qualitative descriptive approach was employed, with data collected through direct observation during an internship program in the editorial newsroom and qualitative analysis of selected news articles published by Harian Waspada. Data analysis was conducted using the interactive model of Miles and Huberman, combined with qualitative content analysis. The findings indicate that Harian Waspada demonstrates a relatively consistent commitment to accuracy and social responsibility, while efforts to maintain source balance and editorial independence are generally evident. However, limitations in achieving ideal balance were identified in certain types of news, particularly brief reports and official statements, due to efficiency considerations and news characteristics. Overall, the study concludes that journalistic ethics at Harian Waspada are practiced in a contextual and adaptive manner within editorial routines, reflecting the media’s commitment to public interest and professional journalism standards.

Keywords


journalistic ethics; print media; editorial practices; qualitative content analysis; social responsibility of the press

References


Adriani, P. (2023). 3.2 Metode Observasi Langsung. Penelitian Ilmu Kesehatan.

Akpan, U. S. (2024). Exploring And Navigating The Chasm: The Incompatibility Of Western Gatekeeping Theory With Akwa-Cross Akata Indigenous Media. Howard Journal Of Communications, 35(3). Https://Doi.Org/10.1080/10646175.2023.2264227

Amelia, A., Rina, D., Riyadi, I., & Muhtadiah, D. (2025). Penerapan Etika Jurnalistik Dalam Penyiaran Berita. Journal Of Communication Sciences (Jcos), 7(2). Https://Doi.Org/10.55638/Jcos.V7i2.1674

Arifah, Rahayu Rahmadini, & Sumanti. (2025). Pengaruh Algoritma Media Sosial Terhadap Pola Konsumsi Informasi Jurnalis Di Bangka Belitung Dalam Perspektif Etika Jurnalistik. Jurnal Komputer, Informasi Dan Teknologi, 5(1). Https://Doi.Org/10.53697/Jkomitek.V5i1.2527

Aruku, K., Mensah, E. O., Ikankang, F. J., & Igiri, A. B. (2025). The Security Imperative Of Fake News, Hate Speech, And Stereotypical Report In Nigeria. International Journal Of Humanities, Education, And Social Sciences, 3(2). Https://Doi.Org/10.58578/Ijhess.V3i2.6314

Baltabayeva, A. K., Altaibayeva, Z. K., Shelomentseva, V. P., Mutallyapova, S. E., & Alimkhanova, R. K. (2024). Promotion Of The Principles Of Corporate Social Responsibility And Their Implementation By Large Businesses In Kazakhstan. Australasian Accounting, Business And Finance Journal, 18(1). Https://Doi.Org/10.14453/Aabfj.V18i1.11

Ciptadi, S. G., & Armando, A. (2018). Upaya Agensi Melawan Logika Jangka Pendek Jurnalisme Daring: Studi Kasus Tirto.Id. Jurnal Komunikasi Indonesia, 7(1). Https://Doi.Org/10.7454/Jki.V7i1.9690

Collective, E. (2023). Meet The Collective: Editorial Collective Bios. Excessive Bodies: A Journal Of Artistic And Critical Fat Praxis And World Making, 1(1). Https://Doi.Org/10.32920/Eb.V1i1.1971

Coronel, S. (2003). The Role Of The Media In Deepening Democracy. Ngo Media Outreach.

Gayà Morlà, C., Garde, C., & Seró Moreno, L. (2022). The Reflective Gaze: Epistemological Contributions To Literary Journalism In The Face Of The Meta-Narrative Illusion Of The Digital Age. Doxa Comunicacion, 2022(34). Https://Doi.Org/10.31921/Doxacom.N34a1477

Henke, J., Holtrup, S., & Moehring, W. (2022). Forgiving The News: The Effects Of Error Corrections On News Users’ Reactions And The Influence Of Individual Characteristics And Perceptions. Journalism Studies, 23(7). Https://Doi.Org/10.1080/1461670x.2022.2044889

Kloss, C., Sellitto, P., Rüdiger, C., & Turquety, S. (2023). Editorial: Observations And Modelling Of Recent Extreme Wild Fire Events And Their Impact On The Environment And Climate. In Frontiers In Environmental Science (Vol. 10). Https://Doi.Org/10.3389/Fenvs.2022.1123727

Kustiawan, W. (2024). Teknik Wawancara Dan Narasumber Media Cetak, Radio, Televisi Dan Media Online. Jurnal Pendidikan Integratif, 5(4).

Lozovsky, B. (2024). Professional Ethics Of A Journalist: Frame Analysis. Theoretical And Practical Issues Of Journalism, 13(2). Https://Doi.Org/10.17150/2308-6203.2024.13(2).271-285

Luengo, M., & Herrera-Damas, S. (2021). News Media Innovation Reconsidered: Ethics And Values In A Creative Reconstruction Of Journalism. In News Media Innovation Reconsidered: Ethics And Values In A Creative Reconstruction Of Journalism. Https://Doi.Org/10.1002/9781119706519

Martin, Y., Montessori, M., & Nora, D. (2022). Pemanfaatan Internet Sebagai Sumber Belajar. Ranah Research : Journal Of Multidisciplinary Research And Development, 4(3). Https://Doi.Org/10.38035/Rrj.V4i3.494

Mažyl?, J., & Stonkien?, M. (2021). The Ethical Dimension Of Journalistic Professionalism: Views Of Lithuanian Journalists. Media Studies And Applied Ethics, 2(2). Https://Doi.Org/10.46630/Msae.2.2021.01

Meranti, D. I. K., & Mutjia, R. (1960). Triangulasi Dalam Penelitian Kualitatif Salah. In Zitteliana (Vol. 19, Issue 8).

Oh, S., & Jung, J. (2025). Harmonizing Traditional Journalistic Values With Emerging Ai Technologies: A Systematic Review Of Journalists’ Perception. Media And Communication, 13. Https://Doi.Org/10.17645/Mac.9495

Ouzounov, D., Liu, J. Y., Taylor, P. T., & Hattori, K. (2022). Editorial: Geospace Observation Of Natural Hazards. In Frontiers In Earth Science (Vol. 10). Https://Doi.Org/10.3389/Feart.2022.836629

Prakoso, L. Y. (2021). Deskriptif Kualitatif Methode. Defense Study, October.

Putri Cahyani, M., Sofya, R., & Wahyunengsih, W. (2022). Application Of The Journalistic Code Of Ethics On The Protection Of Sexual Violence News Source At “Liputan6.Com.” Jurnal Hurriah: Jurnal Evaluasi Pendidikan Dan Penelitian, 3(4). Https://Doi.Org/10.56806/Jh.V3i4.110

Rasyid, A. (2020). Surat Kabar Kota Medan Era 4.0. Jurnal Komunika Islamika : Jurnal Ilmu Komunikasi Dan Kajian Islam, 6(2). Https://Doi.Org/10.37064/Jki.V6i2.7520

Rezaee, M. T., Sayes, A., & Bahaduri, J. Khan. (2024). Study Of The Framework And Attributes Of Ethical Standards In Journalism. Sprin Journal Of Arts, Humanities And Social Sciences, 3(11). Https://Doi.Org/10.55559/Sjahss.V3i11.435

Runcan, R., Ha?egan, V., Toderici, O., Croitoru, G., Gavrila-Ardelean, M., Cuc, L. D., Rad, D., Costin, A., & Dughi, T. (2025). Ethical Ai In Social Sciences Research: Are We Gatekeepers Or Revolutionaries? Societies, 15(3). Https://Doi.Org/10.3390/Soc15030062

Sahid, R. (2011). Analisis Data Penelitian Kualitatif Model Miles Dan Huberman. Australian Journal Of Basic And Applied Sciences, 2(1).

Salim, A., Mansur, H., & Utama, A. H. (2020). Evaluasi Ketepatan Pemilihan Media Pembelajaran Jarak Jauh Di Masa Pandemi Covid-19. Al-Falah: Jurnal Ilmiah Keislaman Dan Kemasyarakatan, 20(2). Https://Doi.Org/10.47732/Alfalahjikk.V20i2.141

Salonen, M., Olbertz-Siitonen, M., Uskali, T., & Laaksonen, S. M. (2023). Conversational Gatekeeping—Social Interactional Practices Of Post-Publication Gatekeeping On Newspapers’ Facebook Pages. Journalism Practice, 17(9). Https://Doi.Org/10.1080/17512786.2022.2034520

Siregar, K. (2016). Sejarah Reformasi Dalam Karikatur (Karikatur Di Harian Waspada Medan Terbit Mei-Desember 1998). Unimed.

Siregar, Z., & Siregar, F. Y. (2023). Eksistentensi Media Cetak Dalam Menghadapi Persaingan Media Online (Studi Pada Harian Waspada Medan). Judika: Jurnal Diseminasi Kajian Ilmu Komunikasi, 1(2). Https://Doi.Org/10.30743/Jdkik.V1i2.7516

Syifa, A. N., & Irwansyah, I. (2022). Dampak Media Sosial Instagram Terhadap Kepercayaan Diri Anak Remaja. Buana Komunikasi (Jurnal Penelitian Dan Studi Ilmu Komunikasi), 3(2). Https://Doi.Org/10.32897/Buanakomunikasi.2022.3.2.2162

Tanjung, A., & Yanti, F. (2022). Opini Pembaca Harian Waspada Di Kecamatan Medan Area Terhadap Objektivitas Berita Halaman I Berdasarkan Pasal 1 Kode Etik Jurnalistik Kewartawanan Indonesia. Jurnal Ilmiah Ilmu Komunikasi Communique, 4(2).

Tumengkol, A. E. A., Nasution, L. A., & Tanjung, A. (2021). The Journalistic Code Of Ethics And Professionalism Of The Media. Jurnal Ilmiah Ilmu Komunikasi …, 3(2).

Velázquez-Morales, F., Luis Sierra-López, J., Rivera-Ortiz, M., & Góngora, Y. G. (2024). S18: Comprehensive Care For The Elderly: From Stigmatization To Therapeutic Intervention. International Psychogeriatrics, 36. Https://Doi.Org/10.1017/S1041610224001212

Werner, N. V. (2022). Frg Mass Media As A Factor For Forming The Identity Of “Russian Germans.” Bulletin Of Moscow Region State University, 3. Https://Doi.Org/10.18384/2224-0209-2022-3-1120


Refbacks

  • There are currently no refbacks.

Creative Commons License
This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International License.