Digital First Philosophy and Toolbox JLMC
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Digital-first journalists view storytelling as a process that emphasizes collaboration, speed, and community engagement. They utilize various tools and platforms, constantly adapt to new technology, and are committed to learning and correcting mistakes. The philosophy advocates for proactive engagement with audiences and encourages experimentation in journalism.
Digital First Philosophy and Toolbox JLMC
- 1. Digital First Journos: Philosophy & Toolbox Steve Buttry Journalism, Leadership & Management Conference June 21, 2013 #jlmc13
- 2. Read more about it • stevebuttry.wordpress.com • slideshare.net/stevebuttry • @stevebuttry • stephenbuttry@gmail.com
- 3. Where do you get info? • Print • Broadcast • Computer • Mobile
- 4. Digital-first journos think … 1. Story is a process, not a product
- 5. Digital-first journos think … 1. Story is a process, not a product 2. Like to be first, but link when we’re not
- 6. Digital-first journos think … 1. Story is a process, not a product 2. Like to be first, but link when we’re not 3. Community = collaborators
- 7. Digital-first journos think … 1. Story is a process, not a product 2. Like to be first, but link when we’re not 3. Community = collaborators 4. When we hear great quote or learn interesting fact, think, “I better tweet that.” (After I verify.)
- 8. Digital-first journos think … 1. Story is a process, not a product 2. Like to be first, but link when we’re not 3. Community = collaborators 4. When we hear great quote or learn interesting fact, think, “I better tweet that.” (After I verify.) 5. More excited by RTs, likes, shares, pins, retouts & links
- 9. Digital-first journalists … 6. Obstacles = war stories, not excuses
- 10. Digital-first journalists … 6. Obstacles = war stories, not excuses 7. New gadget or social platform = tool for better journalism
- 11. Digital-first journalists … 6. Obstacles = war stories, not excuses 7. New gadget or social platform = tool for better journalism 8. When news breaks, thinks of terms to search for on Twitter, Social Mention, etc.
- 12. Digital-first journalists … 6. Obstacles = war stories, not excuses 7. New gadget or social platform = tool for better journalism 8. When news breaks, thinks of terms to search for on Twitter, Social Mention 9. Journalism future is bright & boundless
- 13. Digital-first journalists … 6. Obstacles = war stories, not excuses 7. New gadget or social platform = tool for better journalism 8. When news breaks, thinks of terms to search for on Twitter 9. Journalism future is bright & boundless 10. Defies prediction (& lists), thinks of new ideas, issues & solutions
- 14. Digital-first culture • Experimental • Willing to risk and learn from failure • Accountable (correct & acknowledge errors) • Always on the learning curve • Seeking & trying new tools & techniques
- 15. Digital First toolbox • Smartphone • Tablet • Laptop • Video/still camera • Tripod • Mic • Flash drive
- 16. Digital First toolbox • Smartphone • Tablet • Laptop • Video/still camera • Tripod • Mic • Flash drive • Notebook • Pen • Pencil • Shoes • Car • Press credential
- 17. Digital First toolbox • Twitter • Facebook • YouTube • Tout • LinkedIn • Instagram • Google tools • Spreadsheets • Databases • Editing tools • Social Mention • Geofeedia • HTML, CSS, coding • What else?
- 18. • Curiosity • Smart questions • Dumb questions • Willingness to risk • Willingness to experiment • Ability to learn Digital First toolbox
- 19. • Curiosity • Smart questions • Dumb questions • Willingness to risk • Willingness to experiment • Ability to learn • Network you can ask for help • Journalism groups & institutions • #wjchat, #spjchat, #d fmchat, Poynter chats • What else? Digital First toolbox
- 20. Read more about it • stevebuttry.wordpress.com • slideshare.net/stevebuttry • @stevebuttry • stephenbuttry@gmail.com