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 Writer's Week
Society of Professional Journalists
Cleveland Pro Chapter Newsletter
July 14, 2013
Deadline For Next Edition: July 25
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President's Message
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Good journalism always will have a place
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The world is always changing, and recently in journalism those changes have been occurring at warp speed.
Technology has offered us new ways to deliver stories, and economic realities mean many media outlets are doing their jobs with much smaller staffs. When I started at Sun News many years ago, we were using typewriters and an optical scanner to get copy into our computer system. I have seen many changes as I have worked as a copy editor, reporter, columnist, production editor and news editor. And more changes are coming I'm sure. But here is one thing I think: Good journalism always will have a place. A recent Cleveland SPJ program discussed how WKYC-TV (Channel 3) handled its coverage of the Chardon school shootings, which earned a national Sigma Delta Chi award in the breaking news category. And, yes, the Channel 3 staff had some new technology that helped them do their jobs. But I think the most important thing they did was develop sources in the community and earn their trust. Journalists now need to update their technological skills constantly, but basic tenets of being fair and honest will always apply. I'm looking forward to the year ahead for the Cleveland chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists. We will be meeting in August to discuss our programming for the upcoming year, and we would like to hear your ideas of what types of programs you want. Feel free to contact me at rodbengston@sbcglobal.net or at 440-334-0141 to share your thoughts.
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SPJ Cleveland co-sponsors
seminar on lead writing
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We talk a lot about the body of a news story but a great intro is crucial if anyone is going to read what the article says. SPJ is co-sponsoring a seminar devoted to the all-important "lead" (or as some spell it, "lede").
Join SPJ Cleveland chapter board member Cliff Anthony, author of the novel "Page A1," on July 27 at the Euclid Library for a free, one-hour presentation, "Writers, Hook Your Readers." Brush up on ways to catch attention and draw people into your story from the first word.
Anthony is a newspaper veteran and associate professor of journalism at Lorain County Community College. He will use his experience and expertise to show where and how to write different types of news story leads and why each one is effective.
When: July 27, 10-11 a.m.
Where: Euclid Public Library, Erie Room
631 E 222nd St Cleveland, OH 44123
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Excellence in Journalism
Early Bird pricing ends July 25
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Take note of July 25, those of you who haven't already registered for the Excellence in Journalism Conference. You have until then to take advantage of the early bird discount.
If you haven't booked your hotel room, Click here for more information on
the Anaheim Marriott. They offer a discount for conference attendees, while rooms are available.
Do you want to share the hotel costs with a roommate? Visit the roommate board here
ENGAGE ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Keep up with conference details on Twitter using the #EIJ13 hashtag, check the Twitter list update of conference speakers/presenters, and visit Facebook to keep abreast of all the developments.
MOBILE APP FOR EIJ13
Check out the Excellence in Journalism 2013 Conference App. You can plan, connect and find out what is going on as well as where and when. It will be released soon.
PRE CONFERENCE WORKSHOPS
Starting at 9 am Aug 24, with limited space available,there are a number of pre conference training sessions available:
Full-day workshops (9 a.m.-3 p.m)
Dump the Inverted Pyramid: Narrative Storytelling for all Beats
Buen Uso del Español
Half-day workshops (9 a.m.-Noon)
Nerd-Free Zone: Data Crunching and Visualization for Journalism and English Majors
News Directors Bootcamp
The Business of Me
Boot camps
NewU Loft presented by UNITY (App deadline: July 26)
NPR's Audio Storytelling Bootcamp (App deadline: July 29)
Editing Boot Camp by ACES (App deadline: Aug. 18)
Click Here and check out all your options so you can plan a schedule that lets you take advantage of all the confrerence has to offer.
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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 Kelly's full newsletter (we only excerpt media-related jobs) see the separate box headlined Cleveland Job Bank at right.
JOHN CARROLL UNIVERSITY seeks one or two adjunct faculty to teach business communication. Candidates need at least a master's degree plus significant professional experience writing in a journalistic style. Class sessions meet T/Th early morning and/or late afternoon. Send résumé with cover letter to Dr. Ann Lee at alee@jcu.edu.
DIRECTOR, MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS - CLEVELAND BROWNS Focus on scoreboard + TV programming; info and apply here
EDUCATION REPORTER/PRODUCER - IDEASTREAM Info and apply here
MARKETING AND PROMOTION PRODUCER - WKYC TV 3 Info and apply here
VIDEO PRODUCTION EDITOR - BMA MEDIA GROUP Our production department is searching for a creative and skilled video editor, proficient in both FCP7 and Premier Pro in addition to After Effects. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of a clean workflow and file management, as well as have the ability to collaborate and share project files with other editors/designers. Applicants must have comprehension of video compression for web and be able to deliver high quality web videos and DVD products. Interested parties should be able to provide examples of RECENT work, detailing their involvement in the projects. Field production experience is preferred (shooting lighting and audio). Finally, the ideal candidate must be reliable, timely, self-motivated and flexible; a person who welcomes the challenge of simultaneously working on multiple types of projects in various phases in an advertising and production agency setting. If you feel you have "the chops" to deliver quality work in a fast-paced, delivery-driven video production department, we would love to hear from you. Team players only...Rock Stars need not apply.Send cover letter and resume to: info@bmamedia.com. No phone calls please.
COPY EDITOR, HOTELNEWSNOW.COM HotelNewsNow.com, an award-winning online platform covering the global hotel industry, is seeking an full-time copy editor. The copy editor is responsible for driving a consistent style for HotelNewsNow.com and its family of websites and newsletters; polishing content to make it readable, enticing and befitting a Web-based platform; fact-checking articles; punching holes in stores as needed; ensuring punchy, active headlines are used on all content; and maintaining the site's ever-evolving network of columnists. The full-time position will be based in HotelNewsNow.com's offices in downtown Rocky River, Ohio. Salary range of $30,000 to $35,000 based on experience. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: * College degree * 3-5 years experience in journalism, communications or a related field * At least 2 years of copy editing experience PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: * College degree from a four-year journalism or communications program * Experience developing and maintaining style books * Experience producing bylined news articles * Copy editing experience in B2B * Copy editing experience for daily news cycle * Copy editing experience for online publications SPECIFIC JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY: * Knowledge and familiarity with AP Style * Experience editing articles for grammar, spelling and style * Experience editing articles to identify holes in reporting, inconsistencies, etc. * Experience crafting attention-grabbing headlines and summaries Send cover letter and resume to patrick@hotelnewsnow.com. No phone calls, please.
YWCA Greater Cleveland seeks participants for 2013-14 Women's Leadership Initiative programs, which help
Northeast Ohio women to achieve their career potential. The YWCA Women's Leadership Initiative empowers women to become effective leaders by providing essential skills and strategies for professional and personal growth. As a part of our portfolio, we offer three carefully tailored cohort programs that are designed to support women in all phases of their careers - and to ensure that organizations are prepared to do the same. They are:
Boot Camp: Ideal for individual contributors and technical experts who need to influence others to achieve their goals. More info and application here.
Quest: Ideal for new managers, experienced managers who have not had formal training and those who could use support managing the transition from individual contributor to a leader of others. More info and application here.
Momentum: Ideal for women who have extensive management experience and those in mid- to upper-management roles who aspire or are new to executive leadership. More info and application here.
We welcome the opportunity to tell you more about these programs and can be reached directly at 216.881.6878 x 233, or emerritt@ywcaofcleveland.org
Key benefits for participants:
* Increased understanding of leadership strengths and talents to solve business problems
* Improved leadership skills in communicating, negotiating, and building and managing relationships
* Enhanced credibility and presence as a leader
* Expanded network of professional relationships with peers from corporations and organizations across Northeast Ohio
Key benefits for organizations:
* Seamless integration into talent management strategy
* Support for diversity initiatives & women's initiatives
* Attraction and retention of top performing women
* Increased internal bench strength and leadership capacity
* External network development as a powerful business driver Participants are equipped to effectively:
- Lead organizational change
- Develop talent and leadership qualities in others
- Foster and leverage organizational diversity and
- Achieve key business success
CITY EDITOR - SIOUX CITY JOURNAL The Sioux City Journal, named one of Editor & Publisher's "10 that do it right" for 2013, is looking for an aggressive, creative city editor to lead the local news report.
Our next city editor will be:
* Passionate about guiding reporters to do their very best work for our print and digital audiences;
* Comfortable running a digital-first newsroom that acts quickly in breaking news situations;
* A strong line editor who spots holes in stories and demands clarity and context;
* Committed to watchdog reporting and helping readers better understand their community;
* A pro at alternative storytelling and digital journalism techniques; and
* Excited about the future of our rapidly changing industry.
The Journal, part of Lee Enterprises Inc., has won numerous state and national honors, including the 2012 Local Media Association Newspaper of the Year award.
Sioux City, on the banks of the Missouri River, is a thriving community in Northwest Iowa, with fantastic schools, a stable economy and affordable housing. Our downtown has a vibrant collection of restaurants, museums and entertainment venues that attract national touring acts and Broadway productions.
The Sioux City Journal offers a competitive compensation package including comprehensive benefits. Please apply online here or send a cover letter and resume to: The Sioux City Journal
515 Pavonia Street
Sioux City, IA 51102
Attn: Chris Coates
SALES PRODUCTION PRODUCER - WKYC TV 3
Qualified candidate will work closely with the Director of Sales Marketing to write, produce, shoot and edit commercials, long form pieces and non-traditional sales materials for use by the Sales Department. Candidate will also supervise other sales production such as FTP downloads, the workload schedule in the edit suite and will work with Sales Managers and Account Executives to manage client needs. Experience: 2 Year(s)
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
Candidate must have prior AVID editing experience, good communications and people skills, great organizational skills and must be able to handle stress.
* Strong knowledge and experience using Avid Media Composer
* Ability to create and manage layered and nested effects within an Avid timeline
* Knowledge and understanding of Avid Media Management
* Knowledge and understanding of multiple file formats, compression codecs and settings
* Experience in using Audacity Digital Audio Editor
* Experience in using Adobe Photoshop
* Experience in using Sorenson Squeeze
* Ability to establish good working relationships with clients
Interviews will be by appointment only. To be considered a candidate - please complete the online application here NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE
COPYWRITER - F&C EXECUTIVE SEARCH Award-winning Midwest-based Creative ad agency seeks an exceptional copywriter, a virtuoso with a pen. This is a great opportunity to work on high-profile clients in a very creative environment, and be part of a well-established, yet growing ad agency. Looking for candidates with a killer book filled with ideas and award-winning copy. Salary commensurate. Info and apply here
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WRITING SPECIALIST - BALDWIN WALLACE UNIVERSITY Info and Apply Here
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Laurie Mitchell Marketing & Communications
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Laurie Mitchell Marketing & Communications Executive Search has been retained for the following assignments:
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Events
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July 17
The Press Club's
Summertime Mingle
The Market Garden Brewery
1947 West 25th St.
5:30-8 p.m.
July 25
Excellence in Journalism
National SPJ Conference Early Bird Deadline More info below at left
July 27 Writers, Hook Your Readers Cliff Anthony Euclid Library, Erie Room more information below at left
July 29 Deadline for applications NPR Audio Storytelling
Boot camp More info below
August 24-26
Excellence in Journalism
National SPJ Conference
Anaheim, California
More info below at left
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Writer's Week now on
summer schedule
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"Summer slowdown....taking a breather...lazy, hazy days". They're all clichés that call to mind this time of year and they all have one point. It's time to rest.
Here at Writers Week we relax just a bit too and, for the months of July and August, we go on a two-week publishing schedule.
So please notify us just a bit earlier than normal about your special events and look forward to keeping in touch with what's going on in the world of SPJ every second week after this issue.
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Our own SPJ Cleveland Chapter past president Cheryl D'Mello, will be attending EIJ as a Diversity Leadership Fellow.
D'Mello has a master's in English Literature from the University of Mumbai, India, a diploma in Journalism from the Xavier Institute of Communication, Mumbai, and a master's in Communication Theory and Methodology from Cleveland State University. She has written for publications in India and Dubai and serves on the editorial team of The Lotus, the Asian Indian newspaper in Cleveland. Her master's thesis on the Bhutanese refugees in the Cleveland area was nominated by the CSU Graduate Committee for the Midwestern Association of Graduate Schools (MAGS) 2011 Distinguished Master's Thesis Competition.
Each year, as part of SPJ's mission to encourage diversity in the newsroom, six SPJ members are chosen to learn more about the organization through in-depth exposure. The process starts at the Excellence in Journalism convention with complimentary registration as well as travel to the conference, where they will attend board and business meetings, get to know members of the SPJ leadership team and attend conference sessions and events.
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Apply now for NPR's
audio storytelling
boot camp
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If you are registered for the Excellence in Journalism 2013 conference, you could apply for a chance to participate in a special NPR audio storytelling boot camp.
Designed for professional journalists, the boot camp covers how to employ storytelling skills while you:
- use audio clips in your website, newsletter or blog?
- create a podcast?
- create a talk around web photos?
- create a radio story?
It is free but there's only room for six, so apply right away.
When: Aug. 24, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
Capacity: Six participants
Cost: Free for conference participants
Application Deadline: July 29
Minimum Requirements: This workshop is for professional journalists in print, online, TV or radio. You will need to bring your own laptop (PC or Mac). Digital audio recording equipment will be provided.
To Apply: Please send your full name, media organization, list any media organizations to which you belong, your job title and cell phone number to audioworkshop@npr.org. Include one Web link to recent work plus a brief bio with career goals (maximum 500 words). Please do not send attachments. Put NAHJ, SPJ or RTDNA in the subject line. Deadline for applications is July 29
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THIS WEDNESDAY Press Club
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Press Club of Cleveland Summertime Mingle
Join presenters from the 2013 Multimedia Journalism education series and review the highlights of all 4 workshops while you continue the discussion. You'll be able to purchase dvds of each session to take home.
When: July 17
Where: The Market Garden Brewery
1947 West 25th St.
Cleveland, OH 44113
(Parking available on the street and behind the restaurant)
Time: Networking 5:30 - 6:00 pm and after program
6:00 - 6:30 pm - Program
6:30 - 8:00 pm Networking
Cost to attend: Free but limited to the first 100 registrants
Cash bar - feel free to stay after for networking & dinner
Reservations are required
Click here to sign up online today
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THIS THURSDAY
NEO STC Networking Lunch
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Relax as you meet local technical writers and learn more about the profession .
When: July 18 at noon
Where: Bar Louie, 9 Main St., Crocker Park, Westlake
RSVP: Angela Dianetti adianetti@radcomservices.com by July 16
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FALL INTERN, ANNUAL GIVING AND SPECIAL EVENTS - AKRON CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL FOUNDATION REPORTS TO: Director, Annual Giving
Basic Functions - The intern assists the Director, Annual Giving, Children's Miracle Network Program Manager and Special Events Coordinators in the Annual Giving division in the planning and implementation of a wide range of special events and communication programs to support the goals and objectives of Akron Children's Hospital Foundation.
The intern should possess skills in written and oral communications, be well organized and have the ability to relate to a wide variety of individuals, from volunteers to professionals. Experience with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel a must.
20-40 hours a week preferred. Some evening and weekend hours may be requested. This position will receive a stipend.
Main Duties include: Working with Hospital volunteer organizations and Foundation staff on over 80 special events, activities and fund raising projects, reporting on community activities and special events in support of Akron Children's Hospital for Foundation oriented publications.
Interested candidates should submit their resume to: Pam Holtz, Director, Annual Giving pholtz@chmca.org .
CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS GRAPHIC DESIGN INTERN - GOODYEAR
Job ID: C13029728
The Corporate Communications Graphic Design Intern will prepare visual presentations (designs and copy layouts) for Goodyear corporate communications websites, digital signs and toolkit templates.
The selected candidate must commit to working part-time (20 hrs/wk) during semester and full-time (40 hrs/wk) during school breaks.
Requirements
* Successful candidates should have at least a 3.0 GPA.
*Understanding of business and interest in the auto or rubber industries, preferred.
*Public relations or communications planning experience, is preferred.
*Experience preparing and posting web content, is desired.
*Graphic design background and layout expertise.
*Strong writing ability.
*Strong customer focus.
*Creative vision and flexibility.
*Currently pursuing a bachelors or masters degree in a related field.
*Attention to detail.
Tasks
*Collaborate on projects with internal and external communications teams within the corporate headquarters offices and the strategic business units: North American Tire; Europe, Middle East & Africa; Asia Pacific; and Latin America.
*Collaborate on projects with internal and external communications teams within the corporate headquarters offices and the strategic business units: North American Tire; Europe, Middle East & Africa; Asia Pacific; and Latin America.
*Proactively work with Global Communications clients and team members to develop engaging and functional graphics for internal web, digital signage and some print.
*Illustrate concepts by designing rough layouts of art and copy to present to clients for review.
*Work through client revisions and requests in a positive and flexible manner.
*Obtain approval of proposed concepts and finalize project materials for distribution.
*Complete projects by coordinating with team members, Creative Services, IT and outside agencies as projects require.
*Create, schedule and publish content for digital signs.
*Publish content to the intranet news site (prepare photos for publication in Tridion content management system).
*Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
Apply here
CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS INTERN - GOODYEAR
Job ID: C13029729
The Corporate Communications Intern will prepare written communications for publication in Goodyear's multimedia platforms, including websites and digital signs; support the content management team in developing and publishing content.
The selected candidate must commit to working part-time (20 hrs/wk) during semester and full-time (40 hrs/wk) during school breaks.
Requirements
*Successful candidates should have at least a 3.0 GPA.
*Understanding of business and interest in the auto or rubber industries, preferred.
*Public relations or communications planning experience, is preferred.
*Experience preparing and posting web content, is desired.
*Major in Public Relations, Journalism, Communications or related field.
*Superior writing and editing skills; knowledge of Associated Press Style.
*Completed upper-level writing courses.
*Excellent organizational skills.
*Previous internship experience or history of writing for student newspaper or credible online publication (blog or social media site, etc.).
*Graphics experience: digital photography, Adobe PhotoShop and InDesign.
*Ability to multi-task, completing several projects and assignments simultaneously.
Tasks
*Collaborate on projects with internal and external communications teams within the corporate headquarters offices and the strategic business units: North American Tire; Europe, Middle East & Africa; Asia Pacific; and Latin America.
*Collaborate on projects with internal and external communications teams within the corporate headquarters offices and the strategic business units: North American Tire; Europe, Middle East & Africa; Asia Pacific; and Latin America.
*Develop, research, write, edit and publish news stories for Goodyear's global intranet, Goodyear Online (GO).
*Edit and create graphic content for Goodyear's digital signage and intranet.
*Work with multiple online content management systems daily.
*Be challenged creatively and professionally.
Apply here COMMUNICATIONS INTERN - LAKE ERIE MONSTERS Info and Apply Here
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Cleveland Job Bank
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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.
To subscribe and get the full list (we only excerpt journalism-related jobs), email 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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 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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