I am an experienced multimedia journalist who is social media savvy and comfortable on camera. I have a knack for translating complex financial information into must-read articles and for unearthing unique feature stories that resonate with audiences.
For news organizations, Instagram isn’t just about pretty pictures. It’s about the people they’re interacting with and the stories behind the images.
“Instagram is so immediate and intimate that it creates this close connection with the user,” said Cory Haik, … Read more
Journalism skills and a good idea are essential for bringing your media startup to life — but they don’t entitle you to financial support from a foundation or an investment from a venture-capital firm.
“Assuming that you can get funding … Read more
Most journalists now understand they need to engage with audiences, whether online or in person. But it’s still not clear how news organizations can measure whether their attempts at engagement are paying off.
“Engagement isn’t just Twitter, Facebook or social … Read more
The accelerated pace of journalism means many reporters have to write, edit and quickly publish their work online, sometimes without the benefit of an extra set of eyes.
Given this reality — and the fact that there are fewer copy … Read more
Explainers are one way for journalists to give audiences the knowledge they need to better understand the news or the world around them. Crafting an effective explainer requires savvy news judgment, inquisitive reporting and the skills to tell a strong … Read more
Journalists are finding that social media gives them ample opportunities to breathe new life into archived content. Recently, they’ve used social networking sites — while covering deaths, anniversaries, birthdays and ongoing stories — to resurface old content that their audiences … Read more
Lots of journalists dream of writing books. For many who do, inspiration flows from the beats they cover day in and day out. I talked with three journalists who have written books to find out how they did it and … Read more
Believe it or not, there are ways to make money in journalism. One of them is by crossing from the editorial to the business side of the industry.
While some journalists have launched their own news sites, others have found … Read more
A growing number of journalists across the U.S. are getting arrested while on the job. And it’s not just an Occupy Wall Street issue.
Veteran photojournalist Clint Fillinger was arrested in September for standing beyond police barricades while filming a … Read more