The mantra from Silicon Valley is that failure is OK, as long as you do it fast and learn something. Our brave, seasoned experimenters offer a candid into the insights … Learn about this subject.
Make It and Take It Engagement Strategy Workshop
Do you have a project (or beat) that you want to engage your audience around? This workshop takes you through the steps of building a plan to reach the people … Learn about this subject.
Small Changes That Made a Big Difference in Local Newsrooms
Writing, editing, photography, videography, website and social media management, newspaper delivery . . . How much can one person do? When you’re running a small operation day to day, newsroom … Learn about this subject.
2017’s Tech Trends in Journalism
This perennially packed session brings the future-think to ONA17. Amy Webb will demo never-before-seen tech prototypes … and this year, she has a few extra surprises in store in celebration … Learn about this subject.
So You Want to Teach in Academia?
Learn how to get and keep a teaching gig in the academy. Many journalists have been curious about the ins-and-outs of how academic institutions are set up, so we’ll offer … Learn about this subject.
Thoughtful Testing: How to Ask the Right Questions in A/B Tests
A/B tests, surveys and other testing tools are critical for getting user *experience* feedback, but thoughtful product development requires asking the right questions before you get started. In this workshop, … Learn about this subject.
We Have the Audience, So Show Us the Money
Hear from media entrepreneurs of color and funders on why we aren’t seeing more media startups in under-served communities. Expect a lively chat with insights into how local media entrepreneurship … Learn about this subject.
Innovations in Fact-Checking Your Government
We’ve entered a golden age for fact-checking, with new teams of fact-checkers and digital tools sprouting up around the world. What are the latest digital tools they are using to … Learn about this subject.
Stories are the New Story: Making Vertical Content Work
Vertical content — think Snapchat Discover or Instagram and Facebook Stories — is becoming ubiquitous. We’ll dive into a mix of theory and practical tips for getting your stories out … Learn about this subject.
The Art of Getting S**t Done
Let’s get real: this business is rife with obstacles, both personal and professional (and that tricky space in-between). We’ll talk about how to achieve your goals — be they work-life … Learn about this subject.