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President's Message
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'Tis the season to be jolly
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Cheryl D'Mello
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Dear friends,
As I sat pondering what to write in my message this week, a group of women from our neighborhood burst into our living room, singing carols, dressed in festive attire. They were visiting each family. Spontaneously, my husband grabbed his guitar, my son and daughter their Santa hats, and off they went.
It took me back to childhood memories of Christmas in New Delhi, India, where a group of us carol singers, shepherded by our parish priest, visited homes and shopping centers. We even had the privilege of regaling the president with English and Hindi carols. All over the world, this festive season has its own special magic. Despite the calamities and horrific stories, this season is a reminder of hope for many of us.
This holiday season, as we share our gifts, let us resolve to also share our time, our talents, and reach out to those for whom the season is not so jolly - including the jobless, and those facing impending layoffs. As we slip into the coming year, let us step forth with a renewed hope and enthusiasm. Enjoy!
We will be off next week. See you again in the New Year!
Sincerely,
Cheryl D'Mello
President, SPJ Cleveland cheryldmello@hotmail.com
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Letter to the Editor
Will someone please buy The Plain Dealer? |
My days in journalism were a long time ago, 1948-1968, but I still retain a deep interest in the flow of correct local information.
Multimillion-dollar donations to the art museum, hospitals, universities are worthy and expressive of a commendable civic spirit. Is it possible this love of Cleveland, our mother city, could be channeled into a search for citizens who could approach Advance Publications to buy the Plain Dealer?
Return the paper to the city that it serves with new leadership. Reverse the downward trend. Multi-millions frantically dumped into losing political campaigns would be better used to buy this wonderful journalistic institution. Koch brothers where are you? I don't agree with you but the arguments would be interesting if you bought The Plain Dealer. Faith Corrigan  | |
Faith Corrigan, a reporter for the New York Times and later, The Plain Dealer, with her father, defense attorney Will Corrigan. Photo courtesy of the Cleveland Memory Project of Cleveland State University. It originally ran in The Plain Dealer on Dec. 25, 1954.
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To share your concern for The Plain Dealer's future: - Sign the petition here
- Subscribe to the paper here. There's even a digital edition.
- Advertise, and support those businesses that do the same.
- Go to the Facebook site Save the Plain Dealer and sign up by hitting the "Like" button.
- Communicate! You can reach the chairman of Advance Publications Inc., Steven Newhouse, through the Contact Us button at this website or the more detailed address and phone information given by the SavethePlainDealer Facebook page. Tell him how you value the paper.
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"Trail of Betrayal": the Boy Scouts
of America story and how they did it
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The Scripps National Investigative Team studied and revealed part of the Boy Scouts of America's confidential files. When they did so, they resurrected what had been shrouded and deeply buried. Their series lasted three days and still reverberates throughout our culture.
Join Lawan Hamilton, executive producer of the series, and Carol Guensburg, assistant content editor, on Jan. 16, from 2-3 p.m. for a webinar at Scripps News online, as they explore how they:
* Put together the team
* Created a multi-platform plan
* Conducted document review and analysis
* Used national scope and execution
Check out the full story here!
Register here by Jan. 15 for the webinar.
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How can your personality help you
to negotiate? Find out Jan. 10 | 
How does your personality affect your emails and your negotiations? Find out when the North East Ohio Society for Technical Communication presents Mary Ryba Knepper the evening of Jan. 10 at Parker Hannifin.
Knepper will demonstrate how the tone of your emails is affected by the words you choose, how you structure them and what you emphasize. She will offer a "heuristic method" for creating email that forestalls the effects of your temperament or mood. She'll also show how the style with which you negotiate stems from your personality.
Currently adjunct faculty at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, where she teaches technical communication, Kneppner is also owner and president of Ryba Associates, a company committed to communication training and coaching.
The event starts at 5:30 p.m. and costs $20 for members of NEO STC and $25 for non-members. For more information and to register, click here.
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| Mark of Excellence Award deadline Jan. 24
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Are you enrolled in a U.S. college or university and studying for an academic degree in 2012? Have you never worked full-time as a journalist - outside of internships that is. Have you published or broadcast an article during the 2012 calendar year?
If you can answer yes to all three questions, here's your chance to enter the competition for a Society of Professional Journalists' Mark of Excellence Award. Every year, SPJ honors the best journalism by students. There are categories for print, radio, television and online collegiate journalism.
It's a real challenge. To win the national competition you must run the gauntlet of regional competition and emerge in first place. Your entry will then advance to the national level and you'll have a chance at the top awards. Regional and national winners will both be recognized at the SPJ spring conferences.
For more information and to fill in an entry form click here and good luck!
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| Job opportunities |
Thanks to Kelly Blazek for her dedication and commitment in seeking out many of the jobs posted below. To receive her full newsletter (We only excerpt media-related jobs.) see the separate box headlined Cleveland Job Bank below.
CO-HOST FOR ALAN COX SHOW - WMMS 100.7 FM - WMMS CLEVELAND is seeking a co-host on the Alan Cox afternoon talk show. Responsibilities include creating and executing compelling content for on-air and online (web/social media) applications and making appearances at station events. Radio or comedy performance/writing experience is a bonus. We are looking for a pop-culture encyclopedia and a sports fan. Previous broadcast experience preferred. If this is you, send your materials to wmmsjob@gmail.com.
TELEVISION PRODUCTION FACULTY - BALDWIN WALLACE UNIVERSITY Info and Apply Here
VIDEO PRODUCTION SPECIALIST - HYLAND SOFTWARE Info and Apply Here
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR FOR VIDEO PRODUCTION - OBERLIN COLLEGE Info and Apply Here
PART TIME PRODUCTION ASSISTANT - FOX 8 TV May be assigned to any of the following: assignment desk; sorting scripts; floor directing; running teleprompter; answering phones; operating chyron; various web department assignments. Candidate will be expected to become familiar with newsroom operations including broadcast, mobile and internet. May be responsible for other duties as deemed appropriate and as assigned. Experience: Candidate must be available for any and all shifts, including overnights and weekends. Requires writing ability; must be able to juggle several duties at one time under deadline pressure. Able to follow directions and work at times without direct supervision. Detail oriented individual expected to know basic newsroom functions and news gathering techniques. Needs to be resourceful and self-motivated. Requirements: College degree preferred. At least one year previous broadcast experience required. Apply to: Human Resources, WJW, 5800 S. Marginal Road, Cleveland, OH 44103 fox8.jobs@fox8.com
NEWS PRODUCER - FOX 8 TV The primary responsibility of the News Producer is to produce, write and gather information and graphics for highly produced newscasts, programming and station websites. The Producer is responsible for writing and producing news stories, show opens and graphics elements. The Producer will be required to fill in on other newscasts or the station website as needed. The Producer is expected to submit daily story ideas, contribute recommendations on daily story coverage and special assignments. The Producer will also copy edit news stories by reporters and writers, produces special news events, shows and coverage outside the daily newscasts. Performs other duties as assigned. Experience: Two - three years minimum producing experience. Demonstrate excellent writing and communication skills. Have knowledge of computers. Must be extremely flexible to work different shifts and schedules. Have the ability to work under extreme pressure and deadlines. Must keep up on local, state, national and international events. Must work individually as well as part of a team. Work on various platforms including broadcast, mobile and web. Quick writer, must know spelling and grammar, have strong communication skills, be detail oriented and have good news judgment. Requirements: College Degree preferred Apply to: Human Resources, WJW 5800 S. Marginal Road, Cleveland, OH 44103 fox8.jobs@fox8.com
SHOW HOST - FOX 8 TV Reports To: VP of Programming & Promotion Minimum of three years of on-air television experience. Excellent communication skills and ability to multi-task, meet deadlines and offer show themed ideas and creative show content are expected. Must work and perform well under pressure and excel in both live and taped formats and work closely with executive producer, show co-host, production crew and team of producers. Must have working knowledge of computers and various platforms of social media. Must also have strong working knowledge of the day's news, current events and a wide array of interests and skills in the areas of cooking, fashion, health, medical, travel, finance, popular trends, pop culture and related show themes and topics. Position Description: Looking for dynamic contributor and possible co-host of nation's leading locally produced info-tainment program, "New Day Cleveland." Applicant must have 3-5 years of hosting experience or like television skills and experience. Energetic, engaging personality and knowledge of current events, issues and array of topics must shine through in both live and taped short-format and live/taped long-form features and hour-long shows. Must be able to travel for location shoots, work flexible hours and shifts including select weekends. Will also represent station at various/select events as required. Perform other related duties as assigned. Education Requirements: College degree preferred. Submit anchoring/reporting links, resume and references via email to: Attn: Human Resources fox8.jobs@fox8.com WJW, 5800 S. Marginal Road, Cleveland, OH 44103 Please, no telephone calls.
EXECUTIVE PRODUCER - CLEAR CHANNEL 106.5 THE LAKE Clear Channel Media + Entertainment Cleveland is looking for an `out of box' creative thinker to be the Executive Producer of 106.5 The Lake. Candidates need to know how to make a radio brand come to life through creative and engaging imaging. Creativity is a must; but so are killer organizational skills, incredible attention to detail and excellent follow through. We are looking for candidates with a strong knowledge of programming and past experience is a major plus! Production skills and knowledge of NexGen helpful. Please rush an email with materials (sample writing, production, programming philosophy or anything else that would sell you to us) to charleyconnolly@clearchannel.com.
ASSOCIATE PRODUCER WGTE PUBLIC BROADCASTING, TOLEDO - WGTE Public Broadcasting seeks a full-time, Associate Producer. The position will also be responsible for assisting with project research, development and script writing. This position also operates television production equipment and edits video material. Previous experience in videography and digital editing required. Experience with Final Cut Pro preferred. Candidate must be willing to work a flexible work schedule. Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university in a field such as liberal arts, radio & television broadcasting or journalism required; or a minimum of an Associate's degree in liberal arts, radio & television broadcasting or journalism, and five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience is also required. A valid driver's license is required. Send your letter and resume to: Human Resources, P.O. Box 30, Toledo, OH 43614, or Online Here
COMMERCIAL COPY COORDINATOR - WEWS TV 5 - Info and Apply Here
DIRECTOR OF PRINT & DIGITAL COMMUNICATIONS - NOTRE DAME COLLEGE - Info Here. To apply, please submit a résumé and cover letter to careers@ndc.edu. Please list the title of the position for which you are applying in your subject line of your e-mail.
STUDIO PRODUCER - TRG REALITY - TRG Reality is looking for a highly organized, efficient, multi-tasker to fill a full time Studio Producer position. Must be able to prioritize between multiple photo and video shoots on a weekly basis, while not being easily overwhelmed and keeping a positive upbeat attitude. Professional experience a must, styling experience preferred.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:-Collaborates with Sales and Photography Department to determine technical and artistic project strategy -Works with photography department to determine required crew for projects-Sources out required crew for shoots (stylists, assistants, grips, camera operators, sound, etc.) -Creates and manages organized, strict schedules for large projects -Manages schedule and priorities of Set Builder and other assistants hired for Production needs. -Makes all arrangements for location shoots (contacts, fees, permits, insurance certificates, etc.) -Manages production budgets and alerts Traffic of any budgetary concerns, overages or issues -Requests talent submissions from agencies based on project requirements -Negotiates talent rates on behalf of client -Acts as liaison between client and talent agency during selection process -Ensures that all required props and wardrobe are obtained before shoot by pulling from studio inventory, purchasing, or sourcing a freelance stylist when required and within budget -Ensures that all props, wardrobe and special equipment are returned for refund after the shoot during studio hours, or hires a freelance stylist with required and within budget. -Pulls all stored product required for upcoming projects -Organize all products and props that are stored at studio on a long term basis -Search and discover new options for freelance talent in a small Cleveland Market (stylists, food stylists, set builders, photo assistants, video crew, etc) -Locate and negotiate price for obscure propping requests that can often be near impossible to find REQUIREMENTS: -3+ years' experience in production oriented field (preferably photo or video industries) -Outstanding organizational and analytical skills -Strict attention to detail -Ability to prioritize and complete multiple major projects under stressful conditions and stringent deadlines -Extremely strong computer skills: Excel, Word Processing -Ability to work in a team environment as well as independently -Excellent communicator, both oral and written -Must be self motivated-Prop buying and styling experience preferred. Please send resumes to Adam Wilde, Awilde@trgreality.com No Phone Calls Please
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Summary
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Jan. 2
Excellence in Journalism 2013
Call for Programs Deadline
More information online here or below at left
Jan. 3
Studio SPJ
Author Jennifer Livingston
11 a.m.
See below for details
Jan. 4
Studio SPJ
Filmmaker Bernardo Ruiz
11 a.m.
See below for details
Jan. 5
Studio SPJ
Fiona Deans Halloran on Thomas Nast
noon
See below for details
Jan. 16
How I Got That Story
Scripps News Online
Webinar on the Boy Scouts of America series
2-3 p.m.
See details below at left and register here by Jan. 15 at 5 p.m.
Jan. 19
Cleveland Digital Publishers Users Group
Chad Pollitt on Search Engine Optimization
10:30 a.m.
Jan. 24 Mark of Excellence Awards Submission Deadline
Feb. 7
Sigma Delta Chi Awards Submission Deadline More information online here or below at left
SAVE THE DATE!!! Region 4 Spring Conference April 5-6
University of Dayton. Watch this space for more info as it becomes available.
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Studio SPJ starts the year with a triple header
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Studio SPJ will start 2013 with three special programs.
Anchor Jennifer Livingston - Jan. 3 will feature Jennifer Livingston, a television anchor/reporter from Wisconsin who hit the spotlight by responding to a viewer on air when they criticized her weight. The show will air at 11 a.m. EST Click here for more information and to join in.
Filmmaker Bernardo Ruiz - At 11 a.m. EST Jan. 4, documentary filmmaker Bernardo Ruiz will talk about his film "Reportero" about a journalist in Tijuana and the danger he faces from the drug war as he and his colleagues try to put out a weekly newspaper. Click here to join in and to learn more
Fiona Deans Halloran on Thomas Nast - Jan. 5 at noon EST, a history professor from Salt Lake City, Fiona Deans Halloran, will discuss her new biography about Thomas Nast, the famous political cartoonist.
Join in Here
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Members' Milestones
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Please send us your special news so we can share it with your fellow SPJ members.
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Jan. 19 at 10:30 a.m. the CDPUG general meeting will feature Chad Pollitt (@CPollittIU), Director of Marketing for Slingshot SEO (@SlingshotSEO).
Search Engine Optimization, or SEO, has changed. Using firm data, Pollitt will discuss how inbound marketing has replaced traditional SEO and also how Google has again changed their ranking algorithm and indexing system.
Pollitt will examine:
- SEO as it has been traditionally
- The change in SEO thinking
- The meaning and cause of the change
- A case study showing the huge increase in "organic search leads"
- Seven actions we can take
For more information and directions Click Here
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Sigma Delta Chi Awards open
with entry deadline of Feb. 7 |
The prestigious Sigma Delta Chi Awards are now open for entries. You have from now to Feb. 7 to submit entries. The Sigma Delta Chi Awards date back to 1932, when only six individuals were honored for contributions to journalism. Now the awards recognize the best in professional journalism in categories covering print, radio, television, newsletters, art/graphics, online and research. The contest is open to international SPJ members and any U.S.media outlet. Publication or broadcast of entries must have happened during the 2012 calendar year. In May 2013 the winners will be declared and on June 21 there will be an awards banquet at the National Press club in Washington, D.C. For more information and to enter click here.
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Get accredited to do PR
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Perhaps you're leaving journalism, or perhaps you haven't started yet but you hear the rumblings of change. While you're waiting for things to settle down, there are opportunities in public relations.
In March 2013 the Greater Cleveland Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) will start classes for the Accreditation in Public Relations (APR) designation.
To qualify you'll need to
- Be an active PRSA member with at least five years of full-time, paid professional public relations experience (recommended)
- Submit an application to PRSA national office
- Participate in a review process of your work and your experience
- If you are approved by the committee then you will need to pass a computer exam
To be considered for accreditation download and complete an application from the national PRSA Accreditation Web site where you can also check for information on the process, a study guide, and recommended books to prepare for the exam.
The largest organization in the world for public relations professionals, the PRSA has more than 100 Chapters whose member comprise 32,000 students and professionals. They represent business,industry, counseling firms, independent practitioners, military, government, associations, hospitals, schools, professional services firms and nonprofit organizations. The Greater Cleveland Chapter of PRSA is the group that joins public relations, communications and marketing professionals all through Northeast Ohio.
For more information about the courses starting in March 2013, email the instructors Christian Hunter, APR or Nora Jacobs, APR
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EIJ 2013 - Call for Programs and Conference Ideas |
Is it really time to start talking about the the Excellence in Journalism 2013 conference? Yes! The Call for Programs and the Call for Conference Ideas has gone out.
The Call for Programs applies if you have a proposal for a specific program with topic, content and suggested speaker (even yourself). Click here for more information and to submit. The deadline is Jan. 2
The Call for Conference Ideas applies if you want to recommend general conference topics and speakers with out a specific title or description.The planning committee will use the information to develop programs. Click here for more information. .
The 2013 conference will be held in Anaheim, California so start planning your trip. For information about hotels in the area click here
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SUMMER INTERNSHIP - GLOBAL PRAIRIE Looking for a summer internship program? If so, Global Prairie has a pretty awesome program! Whether your major is advertising, communications, humanities, graphic design, science, or marketing, there's a place for you at Global Prairie. It is a great opportunity to evolve and sharpen your passions and interests, especially if you care about giving back.
We value smart, engaged, team players with a passion for making our corner of the world better...while at work! Our internship is a comprehensive 8-week program where interns partner with our full-time Global Prairie team to do cool work for incredible clients. The Global Prairie internship program provides college junior and seniors with a world-class marketing internship doing great work for incredible clients. At Global Prairie, each intern's experience is unique because we invest a lot in our program and believe in the power of great work, team building and giving back. Interested?! Learn more here
PUBLIC RELATIONS INTERNSHIP - OHIO STATE FAIR - Info and Apply Here
SOCIAL MEDIA INTERN - NINESIGMA - Info and Apply Here
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| Cleveland Job Bank | |
Check Kelly Blazek's website for advice on job-hunting and details on jobs in marketing, public and media relations, development, media, graphics/web design and more. Many of the jobs listed at left are reprinted from Blazek's newsletter.
NEW BLOG FROM KELLY: With a fresh batch of college grads looking for their first job, She shares pointers on how to identify shady entry-level employment scams in "Don't Fall for Faux "Entry-Level Marketing and Sports" Jobs" at her blog, Here And, follow her on Twitter Here where she posts "breaking new jobs" prior to including them in this Job Bank.
To subscribe and get the full list (we only excerpt journalism-related jobs), email the Cleveland Job Bank. For more information, go to the website. Also see the website for listings of out-of-town job search websites.
Please Note: The jobs on Blazek's list are ONLY in communications related occupations.
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| EXCLUSIVE searches |
| | Laurie Mitchell Marketing & Communications Executive Search has been retained for the following assignments:
AD Agency Account Supervisor/CPG
Digital Producer w/PM & Web Development experience
2 Agency Account Coordinators
Retail Marketing Manager/Mall
3 PR Agency experienced Account Supervisors/CLE & Akron
Pharma/Med-Ed Account Manager
Promotional Marketing/Advertising Account Manager/Buffalo
PR Account Supervisor/Toledo
2 Digital Sr. AEs/Toledo
Sr. Digital Art Director/Toledo
Financial Services Relationship Manager/Toledo
To apply for any of these current searches, please email your resume as a single Word file to
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216-292-9936
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 Writer's Week is a service of the Cleveland chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists. This e-newsletter is edited by Carrie Buchanan, assistant professor, Tim Russert School of Communication & Theatre Arts, John Carroll University, and assistant editor Elaine Wilson, who is studying editing and design.
Please send news items and job & internship postings to spjcleveland@gmail.com
Street Address: Cleveland SPJ, 4337 Chanticleer Drive, Fairview Park, Ohio 44126-1906
Chapter email: Cleveland@spj.org
President: Cheryl D'Mello
Chapter web site: www.spjchapters.org/cleveland/
The Society of Professional Journalists works to improve and protect journalism. SPJ is dedicated to encouraging the free practice of journalism and stimulating high standards of ethical behavior. Founded in 1909 as Sigma Delta Chi and based in Indianapolis, SPJ promotes the free flow of information vital to a well-informed public, works to inspire and educate the next generation of journalists, and protects First Amendment guarantees of freedom of speech and of the press.
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