Over the past year, The Coral Project talked to more than 300 people from nearly 150 news organizations in more than 30 countries, and then spent a year building tools … Learn about this subject.
Engaging Audiences with Live “High Def” Journalism
USA TODAY launched a 10-event “variety show” format series of gatherings composed of one-on-one interviews, storytelling and performances. In doing so, it created experiential opportunities for its wider community to … Learn about this subject.
It’s Not Mobile First. Think Content First.
Designers and developers have been talking about mobile first for a few years now, but it’s time to pivot. What are we trying to say, and what do we want … Learn about this subject.
Product-ify Your Newsroom: Innovate with Product Thinking
Even without a product team, a dedicated manager or journalist can mobilize the resources to incite change in the newsroom and its products. Our team of presenters will examine the … Learn about this subject.
Bringing Ethical and Social Newsgathering to Your Newsroom
How do you maintain high content-verification standards with limited resources? How should your newsroom be clearing rights and crediting sources? What are the dos and don’ts of communicating with the … Learn about this subject.
Early-Career Tips From our 2016 MJ Bear Fellows
Hear inspiring examples of how early-career journalists are redefining our industry, our use of technology and our day-to-day jobs. Our newest MJ Bear Fellows, selected for their innovative projects, will … Learn about this subject.
Hang Time: How Long Does Your Audience Stay With Your Data?
Do people actually interact with interactives? How do you make your audience feel emotionally connected with your data? The Berliner Morgenpost’s Moritz Klack will discuss how to create more engaging … Learn about this subject.
Knocking Down the Language Barrier
Whether we’re talking about the migrant routes in Europe, countries where multiple languages are spoken or conversations around terrorism and extremism, hot-button topics in the news involve a broad range … Learn about this subject.
Reaching Unexpected Audiences With New Platforms
New platforms represent an opportunity to connect with your audience in innovative ways. But they also offer the opportunity to find audiences you didn’t expect. Although this can put you … Learn about this subject.
What Journalists Can Learn from Game Designers About Engagement
Game designers know how to create immersive and transformational storytelling experiences, using rigorous user feedback testing and rapid iteration. Closing keynote speaker Lindsay Grace, head of American University’s Game Lab … Learn about this subject.