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Journalism and Journalists

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A journalist is a person who practises journalism, the gathering and dissemination of information about current events, trends, issues, and people while striving for viewpoints that aren't biased.

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Erin Klema Hello, fellow journalists! I'm a former daily newspaper reporter and currently a freelance writer/photographer. In a few weeks, I will be moving to the Washington, DC area, and I'm looking for a ...MoreHello, fellow journalists! I'm a former daily newspaper reporter and currently a freelance writer/photographer. In a few weeks, I will be moving to the Washington, DC area, and I'm looking for a job in journalism or a related field. Any contacts or suggestions in relation to the DC area and potential jobs would be appreciated. Thanks!

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Ty Unglebower Last night I had to choose between a potentially hard news story in the small town that I cover, one which I found out about last minute, or a softer story that I had weeks to plan for. I don't ...MoreLast night I had to choose between a potentially hard news story in the small town that I cover, one which I found out about last minute, or a softer story that I had weeks to plan for. I don't like last minute changes in plan, so I hesitated. But I ultimately picked the story I had only a short amount of time to prepare for. (Nobody knows me yet.) The meeting turned out to be not much, but it did provide me with a possible angle...how poorly attended town Neighborhood watch meetings tend to be.

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Ryan Paugh Hey guys. I wanted to let you know that Penelope Trunk is hosting a Live Video Chat tomorrow at 1PM EST. The topic is: 5 Essential Career Tools for Journalists. Click on this link to register: ...MoreHey guys. I wanted to let you know that Penelope Trunk is hosting a Live Video Chat tomorrow at 1PM EST. The topic is: 5 Essential Career Tools for Journalists. Click on this link to register: http://bit.ly/asjIkG

Feel free to share this info w/ people in the field. As a fellow Journalism graduate I know how difficult our job market can be.

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Carmille: Thanks for the heads up on the webinar, Ryan. Penelope provided lots of knowledge and insight (what's new?), and I learned a lot.
1 week ago

JenG: Really wish I could have made the webinar. But still working a day job at the moment, so not possible. I, too, would like to see these recorded.
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JenG I'm really eager to start doing interviews on my blog. So many interesting people in the world! Can anyone recommend a good book on conducting and writing interviews?

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Simon Thompson: Hey Jen. I don't know of any books, not even as a journalism student, about the craft, but I have interviewed many people from Henry Rollins to a ...MoreHey Jen. I don't know of any books, not even as a journalism student, about the craft, but I have interviewed many people from Henry Rollins to a rapping church pastor. The best thing to do when interviewing people is to keep them interested in the interview by asking questions that actually make them think. If you want to get an idea you can check out my sites thedownrockrecords.com and hyfymusic.com, I can also send you past transcripts at your request.
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JenG: Dave- Thanks for the suggestion. I know I've heard of Po Bronson, but can't remember in what context. Will be fun to explore.

Simon- ...MoreDave- Thanks for the suggestion. I know I've heard of Po Bronson, but can't remember in what context. Will be fun to explore.

Simon- Thanks for reassuring me that such knowledge is in abundance. I've casually asked some people I know IRL in the marketing world, and they didn't have any titles either. thanks for your site address--look foward to browsing.

Jen
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Jake Hey everybody, I've created a new network that is called "The Adventurous, Outgoing Free Men/Women More Hey everybody, I've created a new network that is called "The Adventurous, Outgoing Free Men/Women http://www.brazencareerist.com/network/the-adventurous-outgoing-free-men. It's about all the people who go the extra mile, do something unusual and amazing, write a blog, and have a hobby or secret talent they would love to show to the world.
I hope you guys enjoy the idea and come join.

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Caitlin Fitzsimmons Networking event in San Francisco this Wednesday: MoreNetworking event in San Francisco this Wednesday: http://www.meetup.com/SF-Journalists/

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Chris I am only just starting out toward my literature degree and have an interview at a local paper (very small). But they want samples of my writing and I have never written a news article ...MoreI am only just starting out toward my literature degree and have an interview at a local paper (very small). But they want samples of my writing and I have never written a news article before...any suggestions?

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Chris: That's a great idea. I have just a small hand full of papers...but "well written" is not the way I would describe them. I guess they'll have to ...MoreThat's a great idea. I have just a small hand full of papers...but "well written" is not the way I would describe them. I guess they'll have to do. Thanks.

I knew I should have started that blog. You know the really insightful and creative one brimming with good ideas and humor in an artistically quirky way. Hindsight...you know!
5 weeks ago

Melissa Breau: Hi Chris,
When I was interviewing for the job I have now I brought clips that hadn't been published. I did an independent study on writing ...MoreHi Chris,
When I was interviewing for the job I have now I brought clips that hadn't been published. I did an independent study on writing articles - so you can just write something specifically for this interview and keep it for future interviews.
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Mukundh Vasudevan I am about to complete my undergraduate's degree in mechanical engineering - without about a couple of months to go. I wish to pursue a career in journalism. I was wondering if there exist any ...MoreI am about to complete my undergraduate's degree in mechanical engineering - without about a couple of months to go. I wish to pursue a career in journalism. I was wondering if there exist any practices, or if there any tips you guys can give me, about building up a pertinent CV for my future jobs over my summer break, like, for example, how I can look for an approach prospective mentors.

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Mukundh Vasudevan: @Zack I *hope* I will find a successful and rewarding career. :)

@Melissa Perhaps one important point I forgot to mention was that, ...More@Zack I *hope* I will find a successful and rewarding career. :)

@Melissa Perhaps one important point I forgot to mention was that, for my Master's, I'm aiming at international relations or anthropology. And then, after that, I want to write for a living. To that end, is there anything I can do now? Because, as of now, I have solicited quite a lot of people and their opinions and suggestions have been either varying or wavering.
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Melissa Breau: My advice stays consistent. Find something your passionate about and find a place to publishing work on that subject (anthropology, mechanical ...MoreMy advice stays consistent. Find something your passionate about and find a place to publishing work on that subject (anthropology, mechanical engineering, international relations). Even just posting on sites like ezinearticles.com or www.studentpulse.com give you links to work you've done aka Clips to show when you apply for writing jobs or send in queries. Also, writing on the topics you mentioned working in will help establish you as an expert quickly.
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Jennifer Gleason I am not a professional journalists yet, but I am working towards it. Joined because I thought being surrounded by those with the same goals and professional ideals might help me along the way.

11 weeks ago from Journalism and Journalists

Melissa Breau: You should check out my blog - I'm working on building a freelance career (think Julie & Julia crossed with writing) and will be posting all ...MoreYou should check out my blog - I'm working on building a freelance career (think Julie & Julia crossed with writing) and will be posting all sorts of ideas! www.jargonwriter.com
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Mukundh Vasudevan Hello all! I'm from south India, and I was wondering there was anyone from India in this forum. I'm a freelance journalist, blogger @ MoreHello all! I'm from south India, and I was wondering there was anyone from India in this forum. I'm a freelance journalist, blogger @ http://artisgratia.in and, over and above everything else, a mechanical engineer who's looking to land a career as a linguistic anthropologist.

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Mukundh Vasudevan: @Neeraj Hello Mr. Bhushan! I visited your profile, quite an impressive resume - and it wouldn't be so wrong to say that it is one of my goals too ...More@Neeraj Hello Mr. Bhushan! I visited your profile, quite an impressive resume - and it wouldn't be so wrong to say that it is one of my goals too to build up such a one.

Having been in the business for so long now, what do you think of your industry? Because I have known quite a few people who have said that its early years cause newbies to become disillusioned about what it offers in terms of job satisfaction. Is that true?
7 weeks ago

Neeraj Bhushan: Your perception is right. Media in India is yet to evolve properly. Till this day, it is power hungry, money matters everywhere. Journalism both ...MoreYour perception is right. Media in India is yet to evolve properly. Till this day, it is power hungry, money matters everywhere. Journalism both as a mission and profession does not exist. Higher ups are too creamy, while recruits are kicked every which way.
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Caitlin Fitzsimmons If any journalists in the San Francisco Bay Area are looking for networking, I've scheduled an event for the San Francisco Reporters and Journalists Meetup. MoreIf any journalists in the San Francisco Bay Area are looking for networking, I've scheduled an event for the San Francisco Reporters and Journalists Meetup. http://is.gd/6HgmQ

8 weeks ago from Journalism and Journalists

Caitlin Fitzsimmons: Sorry that is the wrong link (it takes you to an REI Yosemite event, which is not organized by me). The correct link is: MoreSorry that is the wrong link (it takes you to an REI Yosemite event, which is not organized by me). The correct link is: http://www.meetup.com/SF-Journalists/calendar/12375990/
8 weeks ago

Chris(tina) Brady How did you get your foot in the paid door? I don't know how many other people are experiencing the kind of problems I am--just graduated and no one wants to hire or even talk to me, plus none of ...MoreHow did you get your foot in the paid door? I don't know how many other people are experiencing the kind of problems I am--just graduated and no one wants to hire or even talk to me, plus none of my classes ever talked about HOW to get a job--but I would love to know how you got started.

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Caitlin Fitzsimmons: Having said that, I know a lot of editors say they will look favourably on candidates who have their own blogs and are already writing the type of ...MoreHaving said that, I know a lot of editors say they will look favourably on candidates who have their own blogs and are already writing the type of stories they want to write for their own blogs. It gives you an edge, shows off your work, and shows passion for a subject. I hope that helps.
8 weeks ago

Caitlin Fitzsimmons: @Brad If you want to freelance, you should pay for MediaBistro's Avant Guild and read the excellent "how to pitch" and "pitches that worked" articles.
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Simon Thompson Hello all. I'm gonna end all your misery about getting paid jobs in journalism. I'm not an expert, I was in journalism school for a semester and dropped out. No one I was in school with is in ...MoreHello all. I'm gonna end all your misery about getting paid jobs in journalism. I'm not an expert, I was in journalism school for a semester and dropped out. No one I was in school with is in journalism today and that was ten years ago. Everyone I know who is in paid journalism, high paid journalism of various forms never spent a day in journalism school. The one thing they had, the one thing that counted was inside information. They had information about something that no one else had.

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Caitlin Fitzsimmons: I did a journalism degree a bit over 10 years ago and I've been a journalist ever since. I had no specialist information when I started - I'm a ...MoreI did a journalism degree a bit over 10 years ago and I've been a journalist ever since. I had no specialist information when I started - I'm a generalist by training but I've built up specialties on the job along the way.
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Simon Thompson profs don't want you to know about for the sake of not dropping out early and doing your own thing. Hope it was helpful. Guidance.

13 weeks ago from Journalism and Journalists

Simon Thompson Before you know it all kinds of people in the industry are throwing info at you, now you're a source with numbers, which is all newspapers care about, and now they also care about you. I know ...MoreBefore you know it all kinds of people in the industry are throwing info at you, now you're a source with numbers, which is all newspapers care about, and now they also care about you. I know that the universities and colleges aren't telling you all about how to hustle when you get out because the hustle end is an art form itself. If you want to learn the 'Art of Hustle' I suggest everyone read:http://www.amazon.com/Rebel-without-Crew-23-Year-Old-Filmmaker/dp/0452271878 It's the book your

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Simon Thompson Christina you wanna write in the gaming field, hang out at your local video game shop,talk to the staff get to know them, retail is usually the open door to most industries, get them to give you ...MoreChristina you wanna write in the gaming field, hang out at your local video game shop,talk to the staff get to know them, retail is usually the open door to most industries, get them to give you the goods on what's coming out next. Talk to gamers at the game stores, internet cafes and so on, find out what makes them tick, I guarantee you it ain't reading, slap a blog together contact indie video game and app developers, who are always looking for publicity, interview people on the scene.

13 weeks ago from Journalism and Journalists

Chris(tina) Brady Okay, really need some opinions here:

The Houston Chronicle has a gaming blog, but they keep covering shovel ware, or games poorly made. Should I e-mail their editor and let him/her ...MoreOkay, really need some opinions here:

The Houston Chronicle has a gaming blog, but they keep covering shovel ware, or games poorly made. Should I e-mail their editor and let him/her know that they're killing their own blog, or should I let it go? I know it's supposed to appeal to the biggest audience possible, but, all they ever seem to cover is terrible Wii games from the bargain bin. (For instance, they'll mention Modern Warfare II, but simply go on to talk about something else entirely.)

18 weeks ago from Journalism and Journalists

MovingMom: As a former editor, I can say advice was welcome, but only if it came with contributions as well. You might write something along the lines of ...MoreAs a former editor, I can say advice was welcome, but only if it came with contributions as well. You might write something along the lines of "I've noticed that your blog focuses on (try to put to less negatively than "terrible Wii games from the bargain bin"). Here for your consideration is my review of (this fabulous new game)." The problem may be that they have no budget, so maybe review your latest fab new game and thus add to their market share. All ships rise with the tide, after all.
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hilary gavin: Of course, email the editor now. It's shows passion for a subject.
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Scott Palmer I have to say most every opportunity I was offered came out of the blue or I shot off a resume knowing I wasn't anywhere near qualified for the position. Somehow those seem to be the ones that ...MoreI have to say most every opportunity I was offered came out of the blue or I shot off a resume knowing I wasn't anywhere near qualified for the position. Somehow those seem to be the ones that catch you off-guard. Not many today are working anywhere near their chosen field of study or major(s). We are in a very strange time in history where everyone with a camera is a photographer...anyone with a live blog is a journalist. Difficult to have a voice in a seemingly endless sea of shouters. Shine!

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Chris(tina) Brady: @Hilary

It seems like it's mostly about resumes now. From what I can tell, at least in my area, it's all experience over quality. I ...More@Hilary

It seems like it's mostly about resumes now. From what I can tell, at least in my area, it's all experience over quality. I mean, yes, experience means you've been gathering the skills you need to theoretically do the job, but what about stagnation? What about those who are okay, but not good?

And more importantly in my view, what about those just starting out? There seems to be no room for us, except in the mailroom.
18 weeks ago

hilary gavin: @ chris(tina)
The mailroom's a good place to start. It's never easy breaking into journalism. I came late to it, nine years after ...More@ chris(tina)
The mailroom's a good place to start. It's never easy breaking into journalism. I came late to it, nine years after graduating. After resigning from a job I hated, I spent weeks ringing round local and firing off my CV. Eventually a local free newspaper offered me unpaid work experience. Within three days, I had my big break. There was an IRA attack on my town and I was one of the first people on the scene. My story was the splash that week and I haven't really looked back since.
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Chris(tina) Brady Just wondering if there's any Houston-area journalists in this group. Also, anyone else here cover gaming news?

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Brad Hilderbrand: Oh man, how many times have I had this conversation? :) Two reasons jump to mind; first off is the saturation in the medium. There are so many ...MoreOh man, how many times have I had this conversation? :) Two reasons jump to mind; first off is the saturation in the medium. There are so many gaming websites, blogs and mags that the audience is extremely splintered, making it hard for anyone to make money. Sure, the Internet gives everyone a voice, but most of those voices aren't worth hearing. :) The other big reason is that there are VERY few paid gigs in games writing, and they're all held by the same small cadre of writers.
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Chris(tina) Brady: I can dig that sentiment. Seems like a lot of sites just let everything fly--no style guide, no editorial process, no fact checking. I'm currently ...MoreI can dig that sentiment. Seems like a lot of sites just let everything fly--no style guide, no editorial process, no fact checking. I'm currently trying to convince the blog I work with to ID their audience and its needs instead of just putting up whatever and to adhere to some kind of editorial guideline.

I wouldn't mind doing it for free so much if people would just respect the medium and the subject. And if I didn't have to pay for all the games I cover by myself.
18 weeks ago

Scott Palmer Ty,

That's an interesting question. I have written feature pieces in newspapers, I have written tech manuals, poetry, travel pieces, and nearly everything else. I write. It's a ...MoreTy,

That's an interesting question. I have written feature pieces in newspapers, I have written tech manuals, poetry, travel pieces, and nearly everything else. I write. It's a critical piece of my life's large puzzle. I am a documentarian, I think. Yeah, I'll go with documentarian. I carry 4 items only on my journey; a netbook, an iPhone, a rugged, water-proof DSLR and something to write with. Boy, do I need job. LOL-
What about you?

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Scott Palmer: Vanessa...I am not and have never been a 'fan boi' of DSLR 'brands.' My feeling is buy whatever you have a sizable investment in ie; lenses. I use ...MoreVanessa...I am not and have never been a 'fan boi' of DSLR 'brands.' My feeling is buy whatever you have a sizable investment in ie; lenses. I use a Pentax K20D that I have banged around for almost 2 years. It's weather-proof (just back from Niagara Falls..no issues getting soaked) I take a wide angle and a 200mm kit lens. When I need to go light, like overseas, I take an inexpensive, unsophisticated HD camcorder. Unless I'm getting paid for shots..I go cheap. I have a great memory..haha..free
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Vanessa Alvarado: Now I have to look into a rugged DSLR of my own to survive random adventures... Thanks for sharing the info on the Pentax K20D!
18 weeks ago

Scott Palmer Hi all! My name is Scott Palmer and I am a former newspaper reporter/photographer. Current events have driven me to close my small photo studio and I have decided at 41y/o to start my life over ...More Hi all! My name is Scott Palmer and I am a former newspaper reporter/photographer. Current events have driven me to close my small photo studio and I have decided at 41y/o to start my life over and take another tack. I have freelanced as a content writer for GOOGLE and DEMAND Media and found the work less than...well...fulfilling. Hoping to network and find a new path on this new journey. Nice to meet everyone...

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Ty Unglebower: What sort of writing would you find more...well...fulfilling at this point in time?
19 weeks ago

Ty Unglebower Hello all! My introduction to the group. I'm new to Brazen Careerist, and just seeing where I might fit in best among the groups. I'm a freelance writer that does do some journalism for a small ...MoreHello all! My introduction to the group. I'm new to Brazen Careerist, and just seeing where I might fit in best among the groups. I'm a freelance writer that does do some journalism for a small local weekly. Also studied it a bit in college.

19 weeks ago from Journalism and Journalists

bryanseah http://www.rsf.org/en-classement1003-2009.html where's your ...Morehttp://www.rsf.org/en-classement1003-2009.html where's your country ranked? Mine's up a few places this year but still right behind...Chad

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Caitlin Fitzsimmons Any Bay Area people in this group? I've just taken over the San Francisco journalists & reporters group on Meetup. Planning event.

22 weeks ago from Journalism and Journalists

MovingMom: I'm a Bay Area news journalist and writer. Write for Clayton Pioneer, Concordian newspapers, plus assorted essay, how-to articles.
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Caitlin Fitzsimmons: Great, you can join up here if you haven't already. MoreGreat, you can join up here if you haven't already. http://www.meetup.com/SF-Journalists/
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