Online 2
It was all about bbc.co.uk/wales today as Amanda Powell took to the stage of Birt Acres.
The presentation today was ultimately focused on online journalism and gave us all a great insight into the workings of a news website, including local and national news.
I found it incredibly interesting as the thought of ultimately ending up in the online world is a highly likely outcome for many of us training to be journalists.
The questions asked were also very helpful as Amanda was able to give us detailed answers based upon her own experiences.
She spoke a lot about the layout of the website and already I am noticing things thats she brought up, the size of pictures and their importance for example.
The whole lecture was really useful and gave all who were there a real glimpse of a fast changing and exciting world beyond print, radio and television.
posted by Hayz @ 7:51 PM
2 Comments:
At 5:52 AM,
Hayz said…
Well, one thing that really stuck in my mind was the way she spoke about pictures and cropping the tops of people's heads off. Also, the fact that many people like a little animal story here and there.
Not underestimating the intelligence of the reader is also something I hadn't really thought about.
The dismissal of English-isms is also something for us journo's to consider on our blogs.
And, finally the different skills involved in writing for the web, such as writing clearly, working calmy etc were very helpful!
At 6:07 AM,
Hayz said…
ok, I accept your comments and will muse over them for days to come...
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