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The importance of ads on article pages: Balancing revenue and reader experience
How strategic ad placements on news websites can support quality journalism without compromising user engagement.
How to onboard a freelance photojournalist
Utilize this onboarding template for photojournalists.
Recognizing and responding to shadow bans
Social media restrictions can render newsworthy reporting on controversial topics invisible.
Matthew MacVey joins RJI as impact producer
Matthew MacVey, former community and project lead at New York University’s NYC Media Lab, is now the impact producer for RJI.
Documentary seeks to heal rift between public and news industry with trauma-informed approach to gun violence
“The Second Trauma” hopes to bring an end to sensationalized, episodic coverage of America’s signature brand of violent crime.
5 lessons from narrative journalists
Writers describe ways to make their stories sing.
Better teamwork through science
Dive into the science of team dynamics and discover practical tips for building stronger, more effective teams.
Tips and tools for building an impact report grounded in your mission
A conversation with Sarah Luyengi from Borderless When creating impact reports at Borderless Magazine, Sarah Luyengi, operations associate, said she thinks about an aspect of the news organization’s mission: Community is at the center of everything they do. In a recent interview with the Innovation in Focus team, Luyengi defined impact as how Borderless consistently … Continued
Breaking down the barriers to data sonification
How to get excited about this unique storytelling approach.
Embedding accountability in your freelance journalism practice
How a cohort and trusted colleagues can help you reach your goals faster.