MediaShift20: Recognizing Digital Media’s Top Innovators
We've launched a special new annual feature called the MediaShift20, in which we recognize the top innovators in digital media…
‘Latinas in Journalism’ Leverages Social Media to Create Community, Open Doors
When it comes to hiring and promoting Latinas in newsrooms, the powers that be often blame a lack of progress…
Upcoming Events in Digital Media: Jan. 8 Edition
Each week, MediaShift posts an ongoing list of upcoming events in the digital media and journalism world. These will be…
The Real Cost of the ‘Free’ Internet
The following piece is a guest post. Read more about MediaShift guest posts here. In the U.S., digital ad spend reached…
Media and Journalism Awards: Jan. 5 Edition
Here’s a list of current media and journalism awards, including deadlines for applying. If we’re missing any major awards, please…
How Charities And Non-Profits Succeed On Social Media
A version of this article was originally published on the NewsWhip blog. It’s not just brands and publishers that are…
How Richland Source Became the ‘Dumbledore of Engaging Young Millennials’
Sometimes Jay Allred feels like a concert dad in his newsroom. For the last two years, the publisher of Richland…
Media and Journalism Fellowships: Jan. 4 Edition
Here’s a list of current media and journalism fellowship programs, including the deadlines for applying. If we’re missing any major…
What’s Ahead for Media in 2018: AI, Blockchain and Billionaires vs. Journalism
It’s time to ignore the warning that past results are no guarantee of future success, stick a wet finger into…
Social Virtual Reality Tips for Facebook Spaces
Stepping into Facebook Spaces for the first time was a surreal blend of animated avatars, 360 photos and social media.…