J 488: Social Media for Journalists

Instructor

Damian Radcliffe

Location

Auckland, New Zealand

Course Description

Social Media has changed the way that both journalists - and audiences - find and share news and information. How are these changes affecting journalistic practice? And what are the social media skills that journalists and digital consumers need today?

This class will explore the social media strategies of major NZ-based news media outlets and journalists, exploring different social platforms and how you can use them effectively as a journalist.