Originally recorded on September 10, 2021 In this webinar…: From cursing cheerleaders to conspiracy theorists to social media bans, there was no shortage of First Amendment cases on court dockets in 2020-21. In this interactive webinar, we review recent legal decisions to identify key takeaways for working journalists. We end with a discussion on the…

Originally recorded on September 23, 2021 In this webinar:  As an executive in the newspaper industry, it is imperative that you understand the value of an integrated media plan. In this workshop, Korena Keys shares data on the impact it can deliver and provide you tools that will help you deepen your client relationships through…

Originally recorded on October 8, 2021 About this webinar: News distrust is a pressing problem – but there are steps your newsroom can take to better connect with readers and gain their confidence. The Center for Media Engagement has collaborated with newsrooms across the country to identify concrete actions news organizations can take to address…

Originally recorded on November 11, 2021 In this webinar:  Communities, readers and audiences want to see themselves reflected in your local news coverage. Not just through words and stories, but also through the visuals, photos, art and designs in your various print and digital products. Doing so requires you to look, listen and learn. This…

Originally recorded on February 12, 2016 In this webinar… As journalists, we strive to engage our communities and build stronger relationships with our audiences. In order to best serve them, we must understand the types of content they value. In this session, Dr. Carrie Brown explains social journalism and define best practices for journalists seeking…

Originally recorded on February 17, 2022 In this webinar…: The Storytelling You webinar concerns how to better execute every facet of longform reporting and writing. Longform features get almost twice the engagement time on news sites as regular pieces. Many newspaper writers and editors want to do great longform pieces and this webinar is a…

Originally recorded on February 25, 2016 In this webinar… Do you feel like you’re always writing recaps instead of original news stories? This presentation is designed to help you take your stories to the next level — instead of just telling readers what happened. Tim Schmitt, with GateHouse Media, shares tips on how to make…

Originally recorded on March 10, 2016 In this webinar… Many journalists hate math, but love numbers stories. With a few easy steps, you can use Excel to crunch numbers in a way that is reliable and fast. Join Erin Jordan as she shares her tips for making the most of Excel as a reporting tool.…

Originally recorded on March 10, 2022 In this webinar: Need an idea for your next enterprise story? Don’t worry we’ve got you covered. The Cedar Rapids Gazette’s Zack Kucharski returns for a webinar featuring rapid-fire story ideas that are guaranteed to cure a case of writer’s block. This session includes from all areas of the…

Originally recorded on Thursday, March 12, 2020 In this webinar… A social media style guide creates a consistent voice, look and schedule that helps newsrooms engage audiences while providing journalists with information on how to act, speak and use images on social media. Every Tweet, Facebook or Instagram post should align with your newsgathering and…