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The Poynter newsroom was having its weekly meeting when the Tucker Carlson news broke.
“I thought we might be in for a slower news week,” said senior media writer Tom Jones. “Nope.”
Not only had Poynter media business reporter Angela Fu just published a massive story about Lee Enterprises’ gutting of The Buffalo News, Jones and the rest of the Poynter newsroom were busy the previous week covering two huge media stories: the Fox/Dominion lawsuit settlement and the shuttering of BuzzFeed News.
In a twist, New York Times media reporter Benjamin Mullin — a former reporter and editor for Poynter — was covering the BuzzFeed News story from our hallways as he prepared remarks for a panel at SABEW, the association for business journalists, which was having its annual conference at Poynter. (Mullin later purposely missed his flight back to New York when — as his plane was boarding — news broke that NBCUniversal CEO Jeff Shell was out. Mullin filed that story from the baggage claim at Tampa International. “It was nice to file from Poynter because it was air-conditioned and had better seating,” he said.)
Back on campus, Poynter's newsroom meeting had just broken up Monday when the second shoe dropped — Don Lemon's firing.
“I didn’t think I could be shocked after three years as managing editor and a decade at Poynter but hours later I'm still trying to scoop my jaw off the floor,” said Poynter's Ren LaForme.
It's days and weeks like this that demonstrate Poynter's commitment to coverage and smart analysis of the news industry. We uniquely understand the determination and drive required from today's journalists, and we translate that practical, firsthand knowledge into training. Read on for more ways to experience Poynter. |
| Editorial Integrity and Leadership Initiative |
In person and online, September 2023 through April 2024
Funded by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, this fellowship for public media journalists is designed to strengthen news leadership skills and the ability to make ethical decisions. Over nine months, participants will receive individual coaching, learn from industry experts, collaborate in small peer groups, and work on a personal project that will benefit their newsroom and their own leadership. Fellows will also participate in online workshops twice a month, and meet with peer groups and coaches.
The fellowship kicks off with a one-week conference at Poynter HQ in St. Petersburg, Florida, this September.
Cost: Free. Apply by May 15. |
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Webinar series, now through Oct. 19
There’s just one more session left in this month’s topic, which is climate change — and there’s still time to catch up, tune in and apply for one of three $15,000 reporting grants if you live in the Great Lakes states.
Climate change is as much a local phenomenon as a global one, as we’ve learned across the first two of our three 90-minute webinars. This week’s session is Thursday from 1-2:30 p.m. Eastern. It will address several climate-related bills passed this past year, including a transformative Inflation Reduction Act, and is designed to help journalists track how the policies are playing out in their communities.
In Beat Academy, you'll get tips, sources, inspiration and ideas to cover emerging newsroom beats including:
🤑 The growing reach of private equity (replays available)
🌊 Preparing for climate change (April 6, 13, 27)
💸 Tracking ARPA funds near you (May 4, 18)
🌎 New immigration patterns and challenges (June 8, 15)
🦺 Bringing a community focus to crime reporting (July 13, 20)
✏️ Roy Peter Clark's writing tips for beat reporters (July 27, Aug. 3)
🩺 Health care trends in non-metro areas (Sept. 7, 21)
✅ Misinformation (Oct. 5, 19)
Attend all 18 sessions over eight months or pick the ones you need the most. Sessions are for individual journalists or entire newsrooms. Recordings are available so even if you miss a session, it’s easy to catch up.
Cost: $75 for individuals. Group discounts available. |
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| Poynter Custom Training: Leadership |
Ongoing and customized
In today’s shifting media landscape, one thing is certain: We need strong leaders. Poynter’s custom teaching can help.
Tailored to meet the needs of your specific organization, our custom leadership workshops and programs help your team grow their skills in self-awareness, team-building, conflict management, communication, coaching and more. As one Poynter leadership participant shared,“The most important thing I learned is how to build a better me and, therefore, a better newsroom.”
Learn more about Poynter’s custom leadership offerings, and take the first step toward helping your leaders successfully overcome their challenges and seize today’s opportunities.
Cost: Varies. |
Executive Leadership Summit
Online program, Oct. 18-21
This is a three-day, online gathering designed for top-level media leaders who can set the tone and vision for the future of their enterprise. Poynter’s Sitara Nieves will be the lead faculty. Applications will open soon. See the 2022 program page here.
Level Up: Critical Skills for Local Reporters
Online program, select Tuesdays in October and November
We launched this master-class level program for reporters in 2022, and we’re excited to host it again in 2023. Poynter’s Kristen Hare will lead the program. Registration will open soon. See the 2022 program here.
Power of Diverse Voices: Writing Workshop for Journalists of Color
In-person program, Nov. 15-18, St. Petersburg, Florida
One of our hallmark programs, this writing workshop will return in 2023. Tom Huang will lead the program. Applications will open soon. Review the 2022 program page here.
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An Evening with Denis Phillips
In person at the Straz Center in Tampa, Florida, May 12
Join Poynter at The Straz for a special evening with the weatherman who keeps Tampa Bay cool: ABC Action News Chief Meteorologist Denis Phillips. Get to know this local icon, learn the complexities of climate and its effect on Floridians and prepare for the upcoming hurricane season. Get tickets.
The Bowtie Ball
In person in Tampa, Florida, Nov. 18
The Bowtie Ball is Poynter’s largest annual celebration of journalistic excellence that recognizes the contributions of the brightest and liveliest minds in the industry to democracies worldwide. Get tickets. |
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