2010 NAJA Convention Update
The 2010 NAJA convention will take place at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in St. Paul, Minnesota from Wednesday, July 21st-Saturday, July 24th, 2010.
Please check back often as we update the site with more details about our next successful conference!
President's Message
Native Journalists:
I humbly accept the responsibility to keep the Native American Journalists Association on the path set in its mission statement.
We have commemorated a quarter century of existence during the latest successful convention in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Copyright 2009Native American Journalists AssociationAll Rights Reserved
Other Opportunities
Reynolds Center offers two $1,000 scholarships to SABEW Conference
Two $1,000 scholarships to the conference of the Society of American Business Editors and Writers from March 19-21 in Phoenix are available from the Donald W. Reynolds National Center for Business Journalism.
Applicants should be full-time journalists who cover business and have a supervisor’s approval to attend.
Preference will be given to those attending all four sessions of the “Become a Multimedia Business Journalist” track being offered before, during and after the SABEW Conference at no additional charge by the Reynolds Center. Other criteria for selection include being unable to attend without such financial support and having a plan for sharing what you learn with your colleagues.
To apply, e-mail linda.austin@businessjournalism.org the following by 5 p.m. EST March 1:
* A 250-word statement describing how attending the conference will improve your coverage and what your plan is to share what you learn with your colleagues.
* A statement of support from your supervisor. (Waived for freelancers.)
* A resume.
* A headshot photo.
* A one-paragraph bio.
The SABEW Conference is at Arizona State University’s Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication, which is also the home of the Reynolds Center.
The first multimedia session – “Produce a Business News Video in a Day” – is before the conference on March 18. Other hands-on sessions are “How to Look Natural On Air” on March 19, “Produce a Business News Podcast” on March 20 and “Take Compelling Business News Photos” on March 21. No previous video experience or equipment is required, although you can bring your own camera and audio recorder if you like.
Questions? Call Austin at 602-496-9187 or e-mail linda.austin@businessjournalism.org. More than 8,500 journalists have benefited from free training in business journalism from the Reynolds Center since its founding in 2003. The Reynolds Center is funded by the Donald W. Reynolds Foundation.
News Entrepreneur Boot Camp 2010
May 16 - May 21, 2010
Annenberg School for Communication & Journalism, University of Southern California
In partnership with the USC Greif Center for Entrepreneurial Studies, the Center for Communication Leadership and Public Policy, and the Online Journalism Review
About | Agenda | Speakers | Fellows | Resources
About the Seminar
The Knight Digital Media Center (in partnership with the USC Greif Center for Entrepreneurial Studies, the USC Annenberg School for Communication & Journalism, the Center for Communication Leadership and Public Policy, and the Online Journalism Review) will hold a special News Entrepreneur Boot Camp from May 16-21, 2010, in Los Angeles. With expenses paid, this intense one-week boot camp is designed for 20 competitively selected digital entrepreneurs with great ideas for community news and information initiatives in the public interest. Topics to be covered include:
* Identifying the best business model for sustained success.
* Developing a feasibility plan.
* Audience development and customer acquisition.
* Developing and implementing revenue and advertising strategies.
* Successful social networking models.
* Understanding and using analytics.
* etc etc
Click here for the whole story and for info on how to apply
Deadline is Feb 19, 2010.
Oklahoma Gazette is looking for candidates to apply for a national Diversity Grant funded through the Association of Alternative Newsweeklies’ foundation. AAN member papers may apply for a grant to hire an intern, or to support an editorial project that demonstrably serves people of color living in the paper’s city. E-mail a resume, writing clips and references to rcollins@okgazette.com ASAP.
For Immediate Release
Fund for Investigative Journalism Seeking Grant Proposals
Program focuses on reporting on state, local and ethnic communities
Washington, DC -- The Fund for Investigative Journalism is issuing a final call for grant applications from journalists investigating issues in their states and local communities and from ethnic media journalists working on investigative stories in their communities.
The deadline for applications is Monday, April 5, 2010. The Fund can now accept applications directly through its newly redesigned website, www.fij.org.
The program for investigations by local, regional, and ethnic media is funded by a $100,000 grant from The Ethics and Excellence in Journalism Foundation.
"This grant will address a pressing need for watchdog reporting in regions where newsroom cutbacks have hollowed out investigative staffs and in communities covered by the ethnic media," said Brant Houston, president of the Fund.
For more than forty years, the Fund for Investigative Journalism has supported work by reporters who do not have the resources to do their investigations, with grants ranging from $500 to $10,000. The Fund's distinguished board not only decides which applicants to help, but also provides guidance in pursuing stories and placing them with media outlets.
The Fund depends on donations from foundations and individuals. Donations can be made online, or by mail to The Fund for Investigative Journalism, 910 17th Street NW - 7th floor, Washington DC 20006.
FIJ’s site was redesigned by the Global Media Centre (www.theglobalmediacentre.com).
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For more information contact:
Sandy Bergo
202-481-1218
fundfij@gmail.com
NALIP, CPB, the NEA, MPR and the Full Frame Documentary Film Festival
In association with Native American Public Telecommunications, Native American Journalists Association, In Progress St. Paul Neighborhood Network, IFP Minnesota, Intermedia Arts, UST, Latino Public Broadcasting, NBPC, ITVS, CAAM, PIC and Twin Cities Public Television Present...
Doing Your Doc: DIVERSE VISIONS, REGIONAL VOICES
July 18-20, 2010 in St. Paul, Minnesota
A 3-day Seminar in St. Paul to Make Your Documentary Happen
Don't miss this unique chance to work with story consultant Fernanda Rossi, the Documentary Doctor, author of the book "Trailer Mechanics," plus receive project mentoring on your proposal, trailer or documentary idea.
This intensive 3-day workshop is right for you, whether you are just beginning,
have already shot footage on a documentary project, or are seeking finishing funds.
"Doing your Doc" is designed especially for media makers in the diverse communities of Minnesota, preparing you to receive production funding and apply to national professional programs while developing your unique stories and views.
Do you have a personal documentary idea, or social change community project that needs development? Are you considering public television funding sources or need R&D $$??
Join us in St. Paul - July 18-20 - Sunday night through Tuesday at 5 pm
REGISTER at www.nalip.org
Questions? Call 310.395.8880
Doing Your Doc: 3-day Workshop Fee
Early Registration by July 18 - $100; Student w/ Valid ID -- $50
Includes lunches, workshop materials, handouts & private project mentoring session.
Venue Address: UBS Forum
Minnesota Public Radio
80 Cedar Street
St. Paul, MN USA 55101
Register Online - www.nalip.org!
Questions? Call 310.395.8880