Latest Notes from the News Director Blogs
- Citizen Journalist
So do you “Facebook,“ “Blog” or “Twitter?“ If you answered “yes” to any or all of ‘em, then you are a part of what’s quickly becoming the new journalism. You’ll need a roadmap, however, to navigate through a sea of sameness and find information you can trust.
- The Golden Voice
When all heck is breaking loose, don’t you always seem to gravitate to the most calming voice you hear? Bob Wylds Sr. had one of those of voices. And even though it’s been silenced, his legacy will live on.
- TV And Politics: Make Your Voice Heard
You know the old reminder to check your fire alarm batteries whenever your “fall back” to standard time or “spring forward” to daylight saving time? Well this election day, I suggest that after you get out and do your civic duty you help us out by casting another ballot of sorts. It won’t save your life, like a fresh battery in a fire alarm - but it’ll make you feel a lot better about what you see on TV.
- Happy 50th Harley
Augusta’s most famous voice celebrates 50 years in broadcasting. And yes, it’s a VERY big deal.
- WJBF, WAGT Partnership: Initial Thoughts
Chances are if you’re reading this, you’re looking for details into a newly announced partnership between WJBF and WAGT Television in Augusta. There’s not much to tell at this stage of the game, but I did want to address (in broad strokes) expectations.
- The Right Thing
Sometimes beating the competition is the last thing on our minds. And I think most will agree.
- Full Disclosure
Trust is a two-way street. When a journalist reports a story, it is expected that viewers/readers/listeners are given all the facts, at least as far as they are known, so that they can make informed decisions/opinions. At the heart of this lies something called “full disclosure.“
- Printing Television
While so many newspapers around the country are closing shop, there’s a local success story about a newspaper that’s growing because its journalists are embracing media’s future. So curl up on your favorite chair with Saturday’s Aiken Standard in hand. When you’re done reading, just turn on your television to see these journalists tackle “broadcast football.“
- Brother, Can You Spare A Dime…For Online Access?
The free ride is about to be over. The good news is that you will still be able to get quick, Internet access to your favorite news sources. The bad news is that you’re going to have pay for it.
- Passing The Buck
There’s an old axium in the business world: “The customer is always right.“ You’ve heard it and chances are when you’re on the other side of the cash register, you really believe it. And you should. I do. But there are a few instances where - and they are rare - Channel 6 can’t help you. So for this edition of Notes, consider this the one where I tell you to “call someone else.“
Most Notes from the News Director Blogs
- Citizen Journalist
- The Golden Voice
- TV And Politics: Make Your Voice Heard
- Happy 50th Harley
- WJBF, WAGT Partnership: Initial Thoughts
