2021: Virtual
September 4th, 2021 • 2021: Virtual
Censorship and ‘Media Gags’ Prevent Journalists from Serving the Public Interest
Not sharing the information journalists need to prevents sometimes life saving information from reaching the public, especially during a pandemic.
September 4th, 2021 • 2021: Virtual
How Journalists Can Take Advantage of Public Records
...know the specific records and know the law that requires the release of such records.
September 4th, 2021 • 2021: Virtual
NBCU Academy Trains College Students for Careers in Media.
September 4th, 2021 • 2021: Virtual
Hey journalists, want to protect yourself from online trolls? Follow these 3 tips.
The Society of Professional Journalists Ethics Committee was once trolled at an SPJ conference. That's right! No one is safe from trolls, not even SPJ. But there are things you -- a journalist -- can do to defend yourself from these unscrupulous online attackers. You can start by reading this article. You welcome.
September 3rd, 2021 • 2021: Virtual
Fake News, Misinformation and Disinformation after Trump
...the problem isn’t necessarily that journalists are being tricked by fake photos or information, but that journalists are falling into a sort-of trap in which they have to write about or speak about a topic that is clearly fake but, since it’s getting so much traction on social media, the journalist has to debunk the story.
September 3rd, 2021 • 2021: Virtual
Eyewitness to Horror: Marking the 20th Anniversary of America’s Darkest Day
Nearly 20 years ago, one of the most horrific attacks on America was committed and claimed the lives of nearly 3,000 innocent individuals. Sept. 11, 2001 is remembered as a day that changed America as we knew it forever. The memories of that fateful day are different for everyone involved, but the lasting trauma and sadness is something that many experience.
September 3rd, 2021 • 2021: Virtual
Journalists Should Advocate for the First Amendment
“If we don’t do it ourselves, who else is going to do it?” Lynn Walsh, assistant director at the Trusting News Project, asked this question about one of the most important aspects of journalism: defending the First Amendment. In an SPJ breakout session Sept.
September 3rd, 2021 • 2021: Virtual
“We’ve got to do the work”: Newsroom leaders aim to amplify and diversify voices in editorial pages
Newsroom leaders at a range of U.S. publications said including diverse voices in their editorial pages remains a work in progress and stressed their commitment to continue "doing the work."
September 3rd, 2021 • 2021: Virtual
Phoning It In with Mike Castellucci
Grab your phone and a tripod, then hit the road. Illustrious Mike Castellucci, multi-Emmy award winner and renowned cellphone video journalist, showed a group of journalists how to use their iPhone to tell the best stories that can compete on the same playing field as large news cameras.
September 3rd, 2021 • 2021: Virtual
Objectivity: The Hot Topic of Conversation Across Newsrooms Today
Following protests of George Floyd’s killing last year reporters began to question why a traditional news standard was still applied to coverage and, more importantly, how to move past outdated notions in 21st century journalism. In an SPJ 2021 Journalism Conference super session Sept.
September 3rd, 2021 • 2021: Virtual
How to Strengthen an Interview When Talking to Strangers
Interviewing sources is a vital part of being a journalist, but it is often difficult for reporters to get a source to open up and feel comfortable sharing their story. Dean Nelson, a journalist of 40 years and an author of 15 books, stresses the importance of “talking to strangers” and being a strong, compassionate interviewer.
September 3rd, 2021 • 2021: Virtual
Oregon TV news producer: Newsrooms must prioritize trauma coping mechanism for journalists
Carla Judah, a news producer at Oregon’s KOIN-TV, watched a video clip that changed her life. Now, she's advocating for the destigmatization of mental health in newsrooms and urging management to do more to help journalists develop healthy coping mechanisms to traumatic events.
September 3rd, 2021 • 2021: Virtual
Tips and Resources for Becoming a Successful Freelancer
Award-winning editor and writer Ruth E. Thaler-Carter breaks down the skills required to be a successful freelance journalist, after her nearly 40 years in the industry. Thaler-Carter, an author of two books on the subject, provided an overview of establishing a brand and gaining a following as a freelancer in the “Freelancing 101” session.
September 3rd, 2021 • 2021: Virtual
It’s More Than Telling The News: Mental Health & Journalists
Last year, journalists were heavily relied upon to keep America briefed within 24-hour news cycles covering the COVID-19 crisis, a presidential election and so much more. This opened up the conversation around mental health for journalists. While viewers have the chance to unplug from the media, this is not the case for reporters covering crucial stories.
September 3rd, 2021 • 2021: Virtual
How to Find Sources & Stories
Journalists are constantly searching for new stories and sources to generate content for the public. To be successful it is vital for them to create connections. Social media is one of the most commonly used resources when it comes to discovering content, as millions of users are active on several different platforms daily.
September 3rd, 2021 • 2021: Virtual
‘We need to be honest about how these things affect us’: Learning why–and how–journalists invest in their mental health
Natural disasters, death, mass shootings and similar catastrophic events can cause depression and anxiety in anyone, but what toll does your mental health take when your day-to-day job is to report on events like these? In an SPJ 2021 Journalism Conference breakout session Sept.
September 2nd, 2021 • 2021: Virtual
SPJ Board of Directors reflect on a challenging year
The Society of Professional Journalists Board of Directors met Thursday morning at the national conference to reflect on a challenging year, review reports, and say goodbye to retiring members. The one-hour meeting was outgoing president Matthew Hall’s last. In a virtual format, the board covered the SPJ President, Executive Director, Treasurer, and Committee and Community reports.
September 2nd, 2021 • 2021: Virtual
USC Inclusion Initiatives Inspire Empowerment in Student Newsrooms
Amara Aguilar, USC journalism professor and recipient of SPJ’s Distinguished Teaching in Journalism Award, moderated a session on student newsroom culture and equity. Speakers Steven Vargas and Miki Turner joined Aguilar to share how Annenberg Media’s equity board worked to encourage diverse coverage and more inclusive journalism practices.
September 2nd, 2021 • 2021: Virtual
“Are you doing OK?”: Seasoned reporters weigh in on the role empathy plays in getting the story
Countless journalists believe empathy is crucial to the work of reporters. The lingering question is how? How can we show empathy and professionalism while connecting with people on the worst day of their lives? Seasoned reporters weigh in.
September 2nd, 2021 • 2021: Virtual
SPJ Business Meeting Highlights Accomplishments and Awards
The Society of Professional Journalists hosted its opening business meeting, featuring statements from outgoing president Matthew Hall, nominations and executive director reports, and awards for excellence. Starting with the roles of the Convention Governance in SPJ, Hall reviewed voting procedures by chapter and regional delegates, noting that questions on delegate information can be sent to cescobar@spj.org.