Originally recorded on September 24, 2020 In this webinar…: Without question, Facebook has had a significant impact on your local newspaper operations, subscriptions and relationship with your readers. In this session, we dive into the current state of affairs, discuss what your audiences want and share insights on how you can leverage social platforms. About…

Originally recorded November 19, 2020 In this webinar…: You’re a good writer but being told to make your story digital-friendly confounds you. Learn a few storytelling tricks the most tech-deficient person can use. Not for high-tech wizards. About the presenter:  Lyle Muller is a long-time Iowa journalist who has worked in newspapers, digital news and…

Originally recorded on December 14, 2017   In this webinar…: Our audience wants to interact with journalism, which can take time and money to develop. This session introduces you to a host of tools available to help you and your newsroom with mapping, building interactive timelines, producing quick videos, social videos and more.   About…

Originally recorded on January 21, 2021 In this webinar…: When it comes to evaluating what real-time analytics platform to use or what social media publishing tool, most newsrooms are at a loss on where to start. From vetting vendors to agreeing on key features to negotiating price, the process can be overwhelming. And even if…

Originally recorded on March 4, 2021 In this webinar…: A good story idea is the spark that can lead to great work. In this fast-paced session, Cedar Rapids Gazette Executive Editor Zack Kucharski shares story ideas that can be done by reporters in any newsroom. Every participant should have a notebook full of ideas as…

Originally recorded on March 5, 2021 In this webinar…: Journalists are being asked to do everything these days: write, edit, post to social, take the photos, take the video, design the layout and don’t miss deadline. This course goes over some basic and advanced techniques to improve your photography with whatever kind of camera and…

Originally recorded on March 26, 2021 In this webinar…: In this webinar, Matt Larson, president and CEO of Our Hometown Inc, presents several case studies from publishers that are using Audio Articles to transform their newspaper into a podcast. Using automated text-to-speech transcription tools, Audio Articles Podcast presents a turnkey opportunity for any newspaper on…

Originally recorded on April 15, 2021 In this webinar…: Engagement is on every editor’s lips, it’s the journalism buzzword with endless definitions. Engagement isn’t just clicks and likes, sometimes it is relational, creating deeper relationships with readers, building trust between the community and the journalist. Engagement can mean community participation in news, community organizing or…

Originally recorded on April 29, 2021 In this webinar…: Engagement is on every editor’s lips, it’s the journalism buzzword with endless definitions. Engagement isn’t just clicks and likes, sometimes it is relational, creating deeper relationships with readers, building trust between the community and the journalist. Engagement can mean community participation in news, community organizing or…

Originally recorded on  AUGUST 20, 2021 In this webinar:  Have you mastered the settings on your camera? Are you ready for the next step in advancing your photojournalism skills? No matter the device, a DSLR or iPhone, anyone can make a good photo with the right technique. This webinar takes an in-depth look at how…