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Photography
fromThe Phoblographer
16 hours ago

Our Staff is All Human. Can Other Publications Say the Same?

Phoblographer aims to reduce reliance on big photo retailers and banner ads by promoting a subscription model for sustainability.
#ai-ethics
Writing
fromFast Company
11 hours ago

A New York Times critic used AI to write a review, but good criticism can't be outsourced

Using AI for book reviews raises ethical concerns about originality and the role of critics in engaging with art.
Media industry
fromNieman Lab
3 weeks ago

A lot of journalism folks are offering editing advice as Grammarly's AI "experts"

Grammarly's Expert Review feature generates AI feedback falsely attributed to real journalists and academics without their permission or knowledge.
Writing
fromFast Company
11 hours ago

A New York Times critic used AI to write a review, but good criticism can't be outsourced

Using AI for book reviews raises ethical concerns about originality and the role of critics in engaging with art.
Media industry
fromNieman Lab
3 weeks ago

A lot of journalism folks are offering editing advice as Grammarly's AI "experts"

Grammarly's Expert Review feature generates AI feedback falsely attributed to real journalists and academics without their permission or knowledge.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
14 hours ago

People who grew up being told they were too sensitive didn't become less sensitive. They became editors. Every reaction now passes through a filter that decides whether the feeling is proportionate enough to be allowed out, and that filtering process is so automatic they genuinely believe they're calm when they're actually curating. - Silicon Canals

Sensitive children often suppress their emotions, leading to automated behaviors that mask true feelings.
Marketing
fromForbes
2 days ago

To Get Powerful Publicity, Build A Narrative Strategy

Building a clear, consistent narrative strategy is essential for organizations to connect with stakeholders and achieve sustainable success.
Music production
fromThe New Yorker
1 day ago

Is It Wrong to Write a Book With A.I.?

The Roland TR-808 revolutionized music production by allowing musicians to create unique sounds and patterns, leading to new genres and widespread influence.
Social media marketing
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

Flipboard's new 'social websites' help publishers and creators tap into the open social web | TechCrunch

Flipboard launched social websites, enabling creators to consolidate content and build communities around their work on decentralized platforms.
Venture
fromwww.engadget.com
23 hours ago

AI animation studio Toonstar will turn books into digital shows for HarperCollins

HarperCollins partners with Toonstar to adapt book franchises into AI-driven digital shows, starting with the Friendship List series.
Marketing tech
fromForbes
1 day ago

From Streaming To AI: Agency Leaders' Next Big Media Bets

Streaming platform consolidation is reshaping agency strategies, emphasizing precision and adaptability in targeting consumer attention.
fromChalkbeat
2 days ago

P.S. Weekly Season 3 Trailer is here: NYC students speak out on education

Students are actively shaping their education by addressing critical issues such as integration in elite public high schools and the need for a diverse teaching workforce.
Education
Higher education
fromPoynter
4 days ago

Student journalists are often on their own. I built a network to change that. - Poynter

A regional network of student newspapers was created to support collaboration and resource sharing among student-run publications in Philadelphia.
Law
fromPoynter
3 days ago

Like journalists, prosecutors shaped a distorted view of crime. They can help fix it, too. - Poynter

Prosecutors and journalists both contribute to misleading public perceptions of crime, but prosecutors possess crucial data to tell a more accurate story.
fromHarvard Gazette
4 days ago

Writing us back from the brink - Harvard Gazette

"We're talking about political leaders who were moved by an enormous sense of responsibility and fear for the world."
Russo-Ukrainian War
Online Community Development
fromNature
4 days ago

A responsible authorship culture is needed - it is a collective responsibility

Responsible authorship culture is essential for scientific integrity, anchored in credit, accountability, and transparency.
Digital life
fromwww.dw.com
5 days ago

The pleasure of books in the digital age

The debate over digital archiving versus physical books highlights the unique engagement and sensory experience that books provide in a digital age.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

It's Despicable!' Karoline Leavitt Uses Fox Graphic to Bash Media Over Migrant Murder Story

Karoline Leavitt criticized media coverage of Sheridan Gorman's murder by an illegal immigrant during a White House briefing.
fromThe New Yorker
5 days ago

The Rise of a Spanish-Language News Influencer

Espina humorously admitted to oversleeping on a significant news day, stating, 'Breaking news, mi gente! I can't believe it.' His videos celebrated Maduro's fall but also expressed concern about the complexities of the situation.
US Elections
#publishing
Online marketing
fromWorld Economic Forum
5 days ago

Understanding Value in Media: Perspectives from Consumers and Industry

The internet has transformed publishing, creating challenges for revenue and consumer satisfaction, while a shift towards consumer payments may offer a solution.
fromExchangewire
5 days ago
Media industry

How Publishers are Balancing AI Fear with Opportunity

The publishing industry is navigating AI adoption with a focus on innovation while maintaining quality and ethical standards.
Online marketing
fromWorld Economic Forum
5 days ago

Understanding Value in Media: Perspectives from Consumers and Industry

The internet has transformed publishing, creating challenges for revenue and consumer satisfaction, while a shift towards consumer payments may offer a solution.
Media industry
fromExchangewire
5 days ago

How Publishers are Balancing AI Fear with Opportunity

The publishing industry is navigating AI adoption with a focus on innovation while maintaining quality and ethical standards.
Media industry
fromFast Company
2 days ago

How AI agents are changing journalism

Working agentically with AI tools significantly enhances productivity and shifts focus from task execution to outcome management.
Writing
fromThe Nation
3 days ago

My Years-Long Fight to Say "They"

The author reflects on their journey of writing about their experiences as a Jehovah's Witness and the challenges faced in publishing.
#public-relations
Marketing
fromFast Company
2 days ago

Beyond earned media: A new PR playbook

A strong PR plan balances daily visibility with long-term brand building, adapting to evolving media landscapes and consumer habits.
Marketing
fromEntrepreneur
5 days ago

The Future of PR Is Collaborative. Here's Why Lone Wolves Will Lose

Collaboration is the primary driver of growth in the PR industry, replacing competition.
Marketing
fromFast Company
2 days ago

Beyond earned media: A new PR playbook

A strong PR plan balances daily visibility with long-term brand building, adapting to evolving media landscapes and consumer habits.
Marketing
fromEntrepreneur
5 days ago

The Future of PR Is Collaborative. Here's Why Lone Wolves Will Lose

Collaboration is the primary driver of growth in the PR industry, replacing competition.
#ai-in-journalism
Education
fromPoynter
4 days ago

Journalism students are more skeptical of AI than you might think - Poynter

Finding a balanced approach to using AI in journalism is essential for ethical practices and effective learning.
Media industry
fromPoynter
2 days ago

An AI company set out to fix news deserts. Instead, it copied local journalists' work - Poynter

Nota is shutting down its local news sites due to multiple instances of plagiarism in its articles.
Media industry
fromFuturism
3 days ago

NYT Cuts Ties With Writer as Scrutiny of AI Content Grows

The New York Times severed ties with a freelance writer for using AI to draft a book review that plagiarized another publication.
Media industry
fromPoynter
1 week ago

AI advice from journalists who stopped talking and started building - Poynter

90% of AI engineering applications received by Texas Tribune were ineffective, highlighting challenges in AI's integration into newsrooms.
Media industry
fromFuturism
4 weeks ago

Manager at Associated Press Tells Journalists That Resistance to AI Is Futile

Associated Press AI strategy manager advocates aggressive newsroom AI integration, claiming resistance is futile, sparking internal staff backlash over automation replacing human journalism.
Education
fromPoynter
4 days ago

Journalism students are more skeptical of AI than you might think - Poynter

Finding a balanced approach to using AI in journalism is essential for ethical practices and effective learning.
Media industry
fromPoynter
2 days ago

An AI company set out to fix news deserts. Instead, it copied local journalists' work - Poynter

Nota is shutting down its local news sites due to multiple instances of plagiarism in its articles.
Media industry
fromFuturism
3 days ago

NYT Cuts Ties With Writer as Scrutiny of AI Content Grows

The New York Times severed ties with a freelance writer for using AI to draft a book review that plagiarized another publication.
Media industry
fromPoynter
1 week ago

AI advice from journalists who stopped talking and started building - Poynter

90% of AI engineering applications received by Texas Tribune were ineffective, highlighting challenges in AI's integration into newsrooms.
Media industry
fromFuturism
4 weeks ago

Manager at Associated Press Tells Journalists That Resistance to AI Is Futile

Associated Press AI strategy manager advocates aggressive newsroom AI integration, claiming resistance is futile, sparking internal staff backlash over automation replacing human journalism.
#social-media
Writing
fromItsnicethat
2 days ago

Elizabeth Goodspeed on why design writing needs designers writing

Writing and design stem from a shared love of history and complex ideas, with personal expression being key to the author's creative process.
Books
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

How AI Is Creeping Into 'The New York Times'

Concerns arise over AI-generated content in writing, with a New York Times column flagged for potential AI influence.
#creator-economy
fromForbes
3 days ago
Marketing

The Great Convergence: Why The Creator Economy's Future Belongs To Those Who Unite Social, Brand, And Talent

Media industry
fromDigiday
5 days ago

After newsroom cuts, The Washington Post turns to creator-led video deals

The Washington Post's creator network allows creators to retain IP ownership, reducing costs and attracting new audiences through independent video series.
fromPoynter
3 weeks ago
Media industry

As newsroom jobs shrink, some journalism schools teach students to go solo - Poynter

Marketing
fromForbes
3 days ago

The Great Convergence: Why The Creator Economy's Future Belongs To Those Who Unite Social, Brand, And Talent

The entertainment industry is shifting power to creators, with traditional advertising losing relevance as the creator economy rapidly expands.
Media industry
fromDigiday
5 days ago

After newsroom cuts, The Washington Post turns to creator-led video deals

The Washington Post's creator network allows creators to retain IP ownership, reducing costs and attracting new audiences through independent video series.
Media industry
fromPoynter
3 weeks ago

As newsroom jobs shrink, some journalism schools teach students to go solo - Poynter

Journalism schools are integrating creator economy and entrepreneurial curriculum to prepare students for independent publishing and subscription-based business models in a transformed media landscape.
fromFast Company
1 day ago

HarperCollins is forging ahead with AI-assisted dramas based on books. Some authors have concerns

Toonstar's proven ability to translate beloved stories into engaging animation, while keeping artists at the center of the process, makes them the ideal partner to bring Friendship List and other popular titles to new audiences in formats today's families love.
Media industry
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Transcription by Ben Lerner review a stunning exploration of technology and storytelling

The novel explores themes of touch, familial inheritance, and the complexities of communication through a narrative involving a final interview with a mentor.
Media industry
fromNieman Lab
3 days ago

Three newsletters for the price of 1.5: Independent journalists experiment with a bundle

Bundling independent journalism subscriptions can reduce costs for readers and support multiple writers effectively.
Photography
fromThe Phoblographer
2 weeks ago

We Did the Most Anti-AI Thing a Publication Can Do

The Phoblographer built a custom search engine to replace ineffective AI chatbots, prioritizing user experience and content protection over ad revenue and AI data harvesting.
Media industry
fromPoynter
1 day ago

Three ways AI is making reliable information harder to find - Poynter

AI is disrupting information consumption, leading to misinformation and challenges in staying informed amidst economic crises and news deserts.
Artificial intelligence
fromPoynter
3 weeks ago

A new global push would make AI companies pay for news - Poynter

Statutory licensing laws could require AI companies to automatically pay publishers for content used in training, addressing compensation gaps left by litigation and individual deals.
Social media marketing
fromInc
6 days ago

6 Simple LinkedIn Engagement Strategies When You Don't Know What to Post

Consistent engagement on LinkedIn is crucial for building relationships and brand awareness, even with minimal effort.
Online marketing
fromThedrum
3 weeks ago

Why you need to hire a content writer

Written content and skilled writing remain valuable specializations in digital agencies, despite apparent hiring trends favoring SEO, PR, data, and design roles over dedicated content positions.
Media industry
fromNieman Lab
2 days ago

Amid internal uncertainty, the VTDigger's new union contract guarantees journalists' input on AI use

VTDigger Guild ratified a new contract ensuring salary increases, more paid time off, and provisions regarding the use of artificial intelligence.
Writing
fromFuturism
1 week ago

New York Times Accused of Running AI-Generated Article

The New York Times faced scrutiny over a 'Modern Love' essay suspected to be AI-generated without disclosure.
Marketing
fromForbes
2 weeks ago

How Your Audience Can Tell When AI Wrote Your Content

Audiences detect AI-generated content through recognizable patterns and penalize it with lower trust, engagement, and persuasion ratings, eroding the efficiency gains from faster production.
Media industry
fromDigiday
2 days ago

Media Briefing: Publishers debate the value of AI licensing and GEO

Publishing executives discussed the challenges and opportunities of AI search optimization and licensing deals during the Digiday Publishing Summit.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Ex-Alex Jones employee reflects on job at Infowars: It was nonsense. It was lies'

Owens described how Infowars aimed to create a cinematic experience, stating, 'We would go out there, we would shoot videos like we were in the weeds, we were showing what was really going on. But it was nonsense. It was lies.'
Media industry
#journalism
Media industry
fromInc
1 week ago

Should You Hire a Writer or Use AI? Here's Why Journalists Still Win

Investing in journalists enhances content quality through expertise, relationships, and engaging storytelling, which AI cannot replicate despite its efficiency.
fromPoynter
5 days ago
Media industry

ASU's Cronkite School and Poynter Institute launch training collaboration to support journalists and media professionals - Poynter

fromPoynter
1 month ago
Media industry

Be a lifelong student, say the hard things and more practical tips for journalists - Poynter

Media industry
fromInc
1 week ago

Should You Hire a Writer or Use AI? Here's Why Journalists Still Win

Investing in journalists enhances content quality through expertise, relationships, and engaging storytelling, which AI cannot replicate despite its efficiency.
Media industry
fromPoynter
5 days ago

ASU's Cronkite School and Poynter Institute launch training collaboration to support journalists and media professionals - Poynter

A collaboration between Arizona State University and the Poynter Institute enhances professional development for journalists through integrated resources and training opportunities.
fromPoynter
1 month ago
Media industry

Be a lifelong student, say the hard things and more practical tips for journalists - Poynter

Media industry
fromPoynter
3 days ago

Who covers education in Indy? - Poynter

The Indianapolis Public Editor project aims to enhance trust in journalism and media literacy through focused education coverage.
Media industry
fromThe Atlantic
5 days ago

The Atlantic Hires Kelsey Ables, Janay Kingsberry, Will Oremus, and Matt Viser as Staff Writers

The Atlantic hires four new staff writers from The Washington Post, focusing on culture, technology, and national politics.
Media industry
fromAdExchanger
5 days ago

Local Publishers Hit By AI Traffic Drops Collaborate For Revenue Relief | AdExchanger

AI-generated answers are diminishing traffic for smaller publishers, prompting collaboration to enhance reach and revenue.
Media industry
fromSemafor
5 days ago

Exclusive: Substack rival Beehiiv makes a push into podcasting

Beehiiv enters podcasting to compete in the creator economy by offering a comprehensive service for independent creators.
Books
fromPoynter
1 month ago

When newspapers cut book coverage, communities lose more than reviews - Poynter

Newspaper book coverage is rapidly shrinking despite a $30 billion publishing industry, with major outlets cutting book sections and reducing book-review staff.
US news
fromNieman Lab
2 months ago

A scrappy story-sharing tool with local newsroom DNA gains traction

Plucky Wire provides a simple platform enabling local news organizations to find and share republishable stories, reducing costs and easing collaboration across publishers.
fromFast Company
2 months ago

The agent era is coming. Newsrooms aren't ready

In the world of earnings reports and pitch decks, the ultimate goal of our current AI boom is usually called something like artificial general intelligence (AGI), superintelligence, or-if you're really nerdy- recursive self-improving AI. But in the real world, we're all just looking for the Enterprise computer: a digital assistant you can talk to that doesn't just fully understand you, but can do things for you instantly.
Artificial intelligence
Media industry
fromPoynter
2 weeks ago

This writer wants to prevent freelancers from floundering on story pitches - Poynter

Brendan O'Meara created Pitch Club to teach writers how to craft effective story pitches by sharing real pitches from published authors with detailed breakdowns and audio explanations.
#news-consumption
fromPoynter
2 weeks ago
Media industry

The 24-second news cycle is exhausting journalists. Here's how they cope - Poynter

Media industry
fromPoynter
2 weeks ago

The 24-second news cycle is exhausting journalists. Here's how they cope - Poynter

Excessive news consumption causes mental health strain and compassion fatigue, prompting many to limit exposure despite feeling obligated to stay informed.
Books
fromMedium
1 month ago

How to start writing (like it's easy)

A profoundly immersive book can deeply alter readers and provoke self-doubt about one's own creative abilities.
Media industry
fromNieman Lab
3 weeks ago

When left-leaning journalists produce right-leaning stories

Liberal journalists' personal political leanings do not necessarily translate into biased news output due to professional norms and practices designed to maintain objectivity.
fromPoynter
1 month ago

Want to be a better editor? Start here. - Poynter

"Editing is as much about knowing and growing your team as it is about elevating their copy," said Kathleen McGrory, an editor with The New York Times Local Investigations Fellowship. "As an editor, a key part of your job is understanding what makes your reporters tick and helping them reach their goals beyond any one story. It requires open communication, deep trust and really listening."
Media industry
Media industry
fromNieman Lab
2 months ago

Newsrooms are taking comments seriously again

Reader comment sections are resurging as publishers reinvest in moderated, subscriber-gated or automated-comment systems to drive engagement and revenue.
fromNieman Lab
1 month ago

Journalism lost its culture of sharing. Here's how we rebuild it

If you've worked in a technical role in news for long enough, you likely remember when the "show your work" spirit was everywhere. Newsroom nerds shared code on GitHub, swapped tips on social media and unfurled long blogs guiding others on how to get things done. You might also have a vague sense that - like reaction GIFs, demotivational posters, and that guy who sang "Chocolate Rain" - you're seeing less of it these days.
Media industry
Media industry
fromNieman Lab
1 month ago

30+ things The Washington Post did wrong and 19+ things they could do to fix it

Massive Washington Post layoffs sparked widespread public advice criticizing strategic errors, overinvestment under Jeff Bezos, and failed product and talent strategies.
fromNieman Lab
1 month ago

Journalism coops seem utopian. What's it like working in one?

The pandemic changed Defector's course. New York shut down, the economy ground to a halt, and the offers of capital dried up. So the group decided to launch a new website on their own dime, this time structured as a worker-owned cooperative in which the journalists, rather than media executives, made all the decisions. The site became the kind of success that's rare in digital media nowadays, bringing in $3.2 million in revenue from over 40,000 paying subscribers in its first year alone.
Media industry
Media industry
fromNieman Lab
2 months ago

The New York Times is staffing up in video

The New York Times is expanding its video staff and emphasizing short-form, vertical video as publishers double down on video-driven storytelling.
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