Traditional media is on the social media bandwagon big time. That fact was quite evident during a panel discussion I enjoyed moderating this week at the Economic Club of Chicago. Panelists Emily Barr, President & CEO, Post-Newsweek Stations; Gerould Kern, Editor, Chicago Tribune, and Torey Malatia, CEO, Chicago Public Media, discussed how their organizations are adapting to…… Continue reading 10 Simple Tips For A Winning Social Media Strategy
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Media Woes Create Career Opportunities
Traditional news outlets are scrambling for survival–and losing the fight. This is sad for those of us who began our careers in newsrooms with upright typewriters and saw our stories literally hand set into metal type. However, the changing news environment is opening opportunities for PR practitioners, especially for those who are digitally savvy. As PR professionals,…… Continue reading Media Woes Create Career Opportunities
Join Educators at Digital Media Webinar
Although designed for educators, a free Plank Center webinar this coming Friday may be of interest to students and young professionals seriously interested in digital media. The one-hour discussion begins at 2:30 p.m. EDT, May 1. Plank Center Director Karla Gower confirmed that students and professionals can join the webinar. Topics for discussion include the role of the new…… Continue reading Join Educators at Digital Media Webinar