Innovation in Focus
Innovation in Focus is a series exploring new tech, tools and methods of storytelling for journalism. We interview experts, test ideas and provide our findings with templates, guidance and how-tos so you can implement the same innovations in your newsroom.
Sign up for the Innovation in Focus Newsletter to get a monthly delivery of each topic.
Whether you’re a one-man band or a large metro, this series will help you take the next step in innovative journalism.
Email the editor: lytle@rjionline.org
3D AR Modeling: Q&A with Ray Soto of USA Today
Raymond Soto, Director of Emerging Technology at the USA Today network, shares his insight with us
3D AR Modeling: Experience the old Academic Hall at Mizzou
Experience MU’s Academic Hall from the 1800s in 3D Augmented Reality
Systems Mapping for Storytelling: Not everything is a linear flowchart
Alex Vipond shares systems map thinking and how the tool can be used in newsrooms for journalism
Systems Mapping for Storytelling: Tips for using Kumu
Our top five tips for using Kumu for systems mapping storytelling
Systems Mapping for Storytelling: Kansas City Breweries
Three Kansas City Breweries share their ingredients, machinery and passion for the brewery process
Gimbals: Tips and tools
Overview of the three of the most popular iPhone gimbals on the market: The DJI Osmo Mobile 2, the Zhiyun Smooth 4 and the Freefly Movi Cinema Robot
Gimbals for video: A tool for journalists on the move
Monty Davis, of The Kansas City Star, shares advice on gimbals for video journalism
Gimbals for video: Billie Stock
University of Missouri graduate student, Emily Kummerfeld, tested out various gimbals to produce this feature piece on Bille Stock and her photography business.
Audio to video: Tips and tools
Provide a visual component for readers, share it on more platforms and reach a wider audience
Audio to video: Keep audiograms short and compelling
Amy Eason of CNN Digital shares her tips on creating audiograms