The school’s event calendar is updated weekly with organization meetings, lectures, organization social events and everything else related to the Scripps School. When you click on an event, in most cases, a description of the meeting or event is given. You can also find contact information in case you have questions about the event or meeting. If your organization’s meetings and events aren’t on the calendar and you want them promoted on the site, e-mail me at lg163504@ohio.edu, and I will get them on the calendar ASAP.

If you didn’t get a chance to pick up Scripps Notes and you accidentally deleted the e-mail before you read it, you can look on the Web site. There is also a listing of additional internships to look into. A nice site feature is that all opportunities, internships and paid positions are listed with detailed job descriptions. For example, the internship listing for The Alcohol, Drug and Mental Health Board states that it is a public relations internship. This way you know before clicking if the internship is something you’re interested in. Contact information is provided as well.

Don’t forget about local opportunities. Those interested can find real journalism experience in Athens. Currently, there are opportunities for public relations, writing and advertising. And just like Scripps Notes, there is a description and contact information.

Need money to pay for school? Who doesn’t. If you look on scrippsjschool.org, you can find under “current students,” a link to scholarship information. There is information on two scholarships that are awarded to incoming freshmen. So upperclassmen, feel free to pass that information along to your younger friends who plan to attend Scripps. To apply for scholarships from the JSchool, you must fill out the application that can be found on the site.

Be sure to check out the Robert Baker Scholarship, George Starr Lasher Living Legacy Scholarship and the John R. Wilhelm Foreign Correspondence Internships to see if you meet the requirements. Our Web site also provides other scholarships that have deadlines coming up. So be sure to keep track of the deadlines and apply. This money needs to go somewhere, so apply and get that money!

Garrett Downing (class of 2010) discusses his internship experience with washingtonpost.com.

Blogs are becoming more and more popular every day. People are writing blogs that cover a variety of topics: celebrity gossip, current events and daily lives. For almost any topic, there is most likely a blog about it somewhere in cyberspace. The School of Journalism Web site features blogs that are written by students, alumni, and faculty. Professor Mark Tatge, who understands the importance of blogging, has taken blogging to a new level by continuously updating his blog for his classes. "Blogs are drastically altering the way people communicate and process information," he said. "The introduction of blogs, in some cases, has been very positive. There is certainly more information, more analysis, and more historical accounts of what is or is not going on in our society. So this contributes or furthers the free flow of information." There are many topics to blog about and people are utilizing this technology to voice their opinions and thoughts. According to Tatge, there are currently more than 100 million blogs, which equates to one blog for every three people in the U.S. After learning more about blogs, many J-school students may be curious about how to start writing a blog. If you are interested, e-mail Professor Stewart at stewartr@ohio.edu with your prospective blog topic.

Another blog is "From the Front Office." This blog is about the events going on at Scripps, and features students who are being recognized around campus and in the journalism field. For example, the posting online now is an article from Yahoo Sports about Scripps freshman Allie LaForce. The hope is that this will be updated often. Keep doing great things and hopefully you will be featured soon. The blog this week also features a "Media Industry News" section. This includes articles and blogs from people other than Scripps faculty, students and alumni. Topics cover subjects related to the media industry. The feed is continuous, so you can be sure to get the latest information. To stay on top of the info you can subscribe to the RSS feed as well.

I have told you about a few of the features of the JSchool Web site. To take full advantage of the school’s new site you need to get up-to-speed on RSS. RSS stands for Really Simple Syndication. It’s a Web "feed" format used to "push" or publish updated content like blogs, news headlines, and pod casts. The benefit of RSS is that it allows you to stay up-to-date with your favorite sites and is easier than having to check the site all the time. To use RSS, you need to get software called an "RSS Reader." Using the software, you can subscribe to a feed by clicking on the RSS icon, triggering the subscription process. I know it probably seems a little confusing, so let’s go step-by-step using the JSchool site. Let’s say that you want to subscribe to the JSchool’s events calendar so that you’ll get new listings immediately. Click on the "rss subscription" link (or the XML button) and it will show you the results of the feed. You can subscribe to the feed using a variety of applications: live bookmarks, Bloglines, Yahoo! or Google. Bloglines keeps all your feeds together and you can browse right to your Bloglines site when you want to see the updates. RSS is cool because you can filter what you want and don’t want. Going to the JSchool site and checking the events calendar or blogs is nice; however, if you subscribe to the RSS feed for sections such as the events calendar, internships or local opportunities, you don’t have to bother with the parts of the site that aren’t of interest to you. Creating an account on a site like Bloglines doesn’t take long at all either. You just need to enter your e-mail address and create a password. Any time you click on "rss subscription" just be sure to change the drop down menu to Bloglines and then you will get all the information you want right on that Web page. All of the features on the JSchool site that are updated frequently are available for RSS subscription.

People get so excited for scheduling but it can be hard to decide what classes to take when there are so many. As you check the status of class enrollment on the university Web site, don’t forget to browse over to scrippsjschool.org to find out information about the professors who will be teaching your classes. You also can find a description of required courses on the site under the "current students" and "undergrad requirements" section. The "faculty" feature on the site allows you to learn more about your professors. In some cases, a video is available so you can see them talk about different subjects and see what they look like. (Not all the biographies have the video feature, though, so you may have to snoop around Scripps if you really are interested in their appearance.) Also, if you don’t see a video profile for a professor and would like to offer to produce one, e-mail Professor Bob Stewart at stewartr@ohio.edu. The site lets you know what the professors teach, their contact information and also their educational and work experience, found in their biography. This is a nice little feature so you don’t go into class not knowing anything about your professor. Also, you can learn more about the requirements for the JSchool if you are hesitant to ask for help. There is even a link that will take you to the undergraduate catalog where you can find courses listed by number and their official descriptions. This site is also a great place to find information on the master’s or doctoral programs. And don’t forget about scholarships featured under "current students." There is plenty of information on how you can get money to pay for your education.

View "Day in the Life" (of the JSchool).

Who knew the J-School had a useful Web site? I sure didn’t until I got my current PACE job as Scripps Special Events Assistant. When I was told that one of my responsibilities would be to help Prof. Bob Stewart with some things on the site, I thought to myself, “Wait, there’s a Web site?” Now, I have perfected the “art” of adding and editing the events calendar and have even dabbled in blogging. The site has a ton of information that I would have loved to have had when I arrived here at Scripps. I find myself using some of the site’s features and often enter just to browse around. But, maybe I’m partial too, as I am responsible for some of the content. The site offers a lot for prospective students, current students and alumni. They can check out event listings on the calendar, find the next classes they need to take in their sequences, and look at the profile of the professors they will have next quarter. The site also features Scripps Notes, local opportunities, scholarships, and internships. Everything is right at your fingertips in one convenient location: http://scrippsjschool.org. Not only is the info right there, but the site is equipped with RSS (Really Simple Syndication) and you get only the information you want delivered right to you. (More on that in an upcoming article.) In the following weeks you can read about the coolest features of scrippsjschool.org in Scripps Notes. But for now, browse the site for yourself and send feedback and suggestions to stewartr@ohio.edu. Also, you can send information about upcoming organizational events and meetings to me, at lg163504@ohio.edu, and help make the site even more informative.

In an attempt to influence the media, companies spend hundreds of millions of dollars on bad advertising, mindless PR releases and crisis planning. Much of it represents money poured down the drain. This course explores the reasons why corporate America has yet to understand how journalists think and how they do their jobs. We will explore the consequences and possible solutions to this perennial problem, a situation that threatens to only get worse with advances in technology.

In this video Tatge talks about the "Media Works" course (J492 A09) he is teaching in the fall.

Tom Suddes’ interview with Keith Rathbun (BSJ ’74) following the unveiling of the new postage stamps on Journalism Day.

Duane Valz, VP & Associate General Counsel for Global Patent Strategy, Yahoo! Inc. spoke about the future of content in this one-on-one interview.

Duties include:

Operating news cameras and covering news stories in a journalistically sound manner. Preparation of air use tape stories to include editing, dubbing and transferring. General assistance with the approaches and techniques used in covering, writing and presenting news stories. Entering stories on the station’s Web Site. Various other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications include:

Ideal candidate will have degree in journalism, related field or equivalent job experience. Knowledge of videography equipment, videotape editing equipment and newsroom computer system. Ability to work under tight deadlines in a calm, professional manner. Knowledge of journalism ethics, slander and libel laws. Good written and oral communication skills. Must be able to carry videography equipment, such as cameras, lights and tripods. Maintain a permanent residence within 30-minutes travel time from the station. A valid driver's license is required and a clean driving record.

Hours:

Work schedule may vary due to temporary or permanent schedule changes. Work assignments may include weekend, evening and out of town overnight assignments. Reasonable and regular attendance is required.

KOLN/KGIN TV/Gray Television Group, Inc. is a drug-free company and requires pre-employment drug testing, background & MVR check. EOE. Send resume and cover letter to or complete an application at:

KOLN/KGIN-TV / Personnel Supervisor

P.O. Box 30350

Lincoln, NE 68503

Fax (402) 467-9461 or e-mail jobs@kolnkgin.com

Application Deadline: January 18, 2008

Late submissions may or may not be considered at KOLN/KGIN’s discretion.

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE

Visiting Nurse Associations of America

You will report directly to the VP of Communications and Development. With a total staff of just 20, we’re not the largest, the best funded, or the most well-known advocacy group in Washington. We are, however, a place where your work can make a profound difference; a place where your communication skills will be valued, nurtured, and allowed to flourish.

As the Web Content and Communications Specialist, you will have your hand in almost every communication to our members, sponsors, staff and the public. Your role is central to getting our message out, connecting with our current members, attracting new members, and gaining the support of the public. We will look to you to redesign our Web site while providing a consistent clear recognition of VNAA and its mission.

Expectations for your First Year

The following are the primary areas of focus during your first year as the Web Content and Communications Specialist:

Interview staff, members and sponsors to understand their needs and how they currently use our Web site. Study other organizations and research best practices in Web site design and functionality. Develop new functionality and ideas for how the Web site can best support and advance the mission of VNAA and provide practical, useful information to policymakers and the general public.

Collaborate with each department to develop fresh content for the Web site, edit material for the newsletters, write press releases and develop other external communications as needed. Improve the Web site and other communication vehicles to best support member service and organizational objectives.

Review Web site content for relevance and timeliness, identifying and updating out-of-date information. Perform quality checks to eliminate typos, broken links, functionality errors, and poor interface. Research ways to build web traffic, and generate repeat usage.

Contribute to the communications strategy for each department. Your input on messaging and communications strategy will be vital in helping them meet their departmental objectives.

What’s Attractive to the Right Candidate?

Our members are a national treasure that most people have never heard of; working with our members is one of the best parts of the job.

Our work is vital to improving the quality of life of millions of American families, and your work is vital to communicating our mission. You will be at the center of our communications strategy and viewed as an essential and valued member of the association - contributing to the success of every department.

You can spread your wings here. Our Web site is due for a redesign and fresh look and you will take the lead in this endeavor.

We are a collaborative team full of thoughtful, bright, future-focused professionals. You won’t have to clamor for attention, we already know that your finely honed communications skills are integral to our success.

Working here, there are few obstacles to get things done - we have a powerful bias toward action. If you have a better way of doing something you can usually get the approval just by walking down the hall and talking to someone. We don’t have a crushing bureaucracy and we don’t debate things to death, there is simply too much important work to do. You’ll hear “Good idea. Run with it” far more than you’ll hear “We haven’t decided that yet.”

We offer a competitive benefits package and compensation package and have a great downtown location at 900 19th St, NW, near Farragut North (Red Line) and Farragut West (Blue and Orange Lines) Metro stations.

Responsibilities

As the Web Content and Communications Specialist, you will:

Oversee the operations, maintenance, and development of the Web site.

Coordinate program design, HTML coding, testing, debugging, and documentation of the Web site with technology vendor(s).

Collaborate with MIS consultants to review information systems and assist in development of improved systems to enhance efficiency in operations. Assist MIS consultants in maintaining connection, intranet, e-mail, and firewall security.

Coordinate support for IT Systems. Provide basic on-site help for minor IT issues with the support of our IT support vendor mindSHIFT.

Oversee print material by working with vendors, performing light editing and developing content. Preserve the integrity of VNAA branding and messaging.

Format, review and edit content for posting on the VNAA Web site.

Work with staff to revise, edit and post the VNAA newsletter, “Member Update,” generating content as needed.

Train select staff to properly format content and post to the Web site.

Monitor budget for Web site development and enhancements.

Review and refresh content information to assure it is current and inclusive of all VNAA activities.

Respond to member questions and orient members regarding Web site usage.

Provide support to the Vice President of Communications and Development in drafting content for external communications content, including press releases.

Experience, Skills and Attributes of the Successful Candidate

The successful Web Content and Communications Specialist will demonstrate the following experience, skills and attributes:

Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate field; journalism, design, information technology, or communications.

Three or more years experience in a similar position required; experience with desktop publishing and design using electronic media a plus.

Skills:

Proficient in HTML, HTML editor, CSS, Photoshop, Quark or similar software with a working knowledge of Illustrator, Flash, Adobe

A working knowledge of databases such as Access.

Strong web design and impeccable editing skills.

Attributes:

Excellent Communicator. You have the ability to communicate clearly in copy and in person and you enjoy it.

Strong Editor. You provide consistency and accuracy in copy and are meticulous about details.

Priority Management. You manage priorities with ease even though you are working with every department individually and have multiple deadlines.

To Apply

Search conducted by Staffing Advisors. Please send resume and cover letter to:

Webcommunications@Staffingadvisors.com

Duties include:

The News Director oversees the operation of the News Department and the news content of the station’s website. The News Director will report directly to the General Manager and must possess abilities to multi-task, coordinate, teach, motivate and lead in all aspects of a Newsroom. The News Director is responsible for maintaining and growing station ratings, managing news budgets, news legal issues and overall quality of Newscasts, this includes an understanding of the importance of breaking news for both the broadcast and web operation. An ability to develop staff and organize an efficient staff structure is a must. The News Director must be skilled and knowledgeable with web experience and trends. Individual must have energy, and a passion for both broadcast and web news content.

Qualifications include:

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent job experience in Journalism. Qualified applicant will have a sound understanding of news department operations for broadcast and website. Knowledge of journalism ethics, slander and libel laws, and the ability to meet administrative deadlines is essential. Ability to produce newscasts, motivate news personnel, organize information in a detailed manner and excellent skills in dealing with the public and co-workers. Must also have experience managing budgets. Must maintain a residence within 30 minutes of the station.

The work schedule may vary due to temporary or permanent schedule changes. Work assignments may include evening, weekend, and out-of-town overnight stays.

KOLN/KGIN TV/Gray Television Group, Inc. is a drug-free company and requires pre-employment drug testing, background check & MVR check. EOE. Send resume to or complete an application at:

KOLN/KGIN-TV / Personnel Supervisor

P.O. Box 30350

Lincoln, NE 68503

Fax (402) 467-9461 or e-mail jobs@kolnkgin.com

Application Deadline: January 25, 2008

Late submissions may or may not be considered at KOLN/KGIN’s discretion.

ESSENTIAL JOB QUALIFICATIONS: Advanced education in the field of Broadcast Journalism which has given the applicant the ability to perform the required functions of the job, or equivalent broadcasting work experience which has prepared the applicant to perform the required functions of the job. Demonstration of skills by performance in audition or aircheck, supported by references and pre-employment interviews. Available 24 hours per day, seven days per week, and for extended periods of overtime, if needed. Able to control high stress periods and heavy workload. Valid Virginia Driver's license within 30 days of employment, acceptable driving record maintained. Knowledge of journalistic standards as they relate to on-air presentation of news stories. Accurate and comprehensive writing skills. Ability to act and react appropriately on camera. Ability to maintain professional personal appearance. Ability to lift and transport standard camera equipment. Available to travel overnight to off-site locations, including foreign destinations, for extended periods of time, if needed. Access to an automobile if needed for transportation.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Please apply in writing to Director of Human Resources, WSET-TV, P. O. Box 11588, Lynchburg, VA 24506-1588, or apply in person at WSET-TV, 2320 Langhorne Road, Lynchburg, VA 24501 from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. No phone calls please! EEO/M/F.

ATTENTION NEWS APPLICANTS: Applicants for positions in the News Department should submit a non-returnable VHS resume tape with letter, resume, and references.

ESSENTIAL JOB QUALIFICATIONS: Advanced Education in the field of Broadcast Journalism which has given the applicant the ability to perform the required functions of the job or equivalent broadcasting work experience, which has prepared the applicant to perform the required functions of the job. Demonstration of skills by performance in audition or aircheck, supported by references and pre-employment interviews. Available 24 hours per day, seven days per week, and for extended periods of overtime, if needed. Able to control high stress periods and heavy workload. Valid Virginia Driver’s license within 30 days of employment. Knowledge of journalistic standards as they relate to on-air presentation of news stories. Accurate and comprehensive writing skills. Ability to act and react appropriately on camera. Ability to maintain professional personal appearance. Ability to lift and transport standard camera equipment. Available to travel overnight to off-site locations, including foreign destinations, for extended periods of time, if needed. Access to an automobile if needed for transportation.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Please apply in writing to Director of Human Resources, WSET-TV, P. O. Box 11588, Lynchburg, VA 24506-1588, or apply in person at WSET-TV, 2320 Langhorne Road, Lynchburg, VA 24501 from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. No phone calls please! EEO/M/F.

ATTENTION NEWS APPLICANTS: Applicants for positions in the News Department should submit a non-returnable VHS resume tape with letter, resume, and references.

Duties include:

The Writer/Producer position has general responsibility for the conceptualization and creation of commercials and promotional announcements. The ability to ascertain and meet the advertising needs of the client is vital. A working knowledge of television production, including the operation of personal and graphics computers, EFP, and Final Cut Pro is helpful. The Writer/Producer could also act as a videographer and must be able to set-up, tear down and carry equipment during on-location shoots.

Qualifications include:

Qualified applicants must possess strong communication and organizational skills and effective writing techniques. Client service experience is helpful Experience in the operation of Final Cut Pro is helpful. A valid driver's license is required.

Hours:

This is a full-time position of 40 hours per week. Overtime hours will also be possible. Work assignments will include evenings, weekends and out-of-town overnight assignments.

KOLN/KGIN TV/Gray Television Group, Inc. is a drug-free company and requires pre-employment drug testing and MVR check. EOE. Send resume to or complete an application at:

KOLN/KGIN-TV / Personnel Supervisor

PO Box 30350

Lincoln NE 68503

FAX: (402) 467-9461 or email jobs@kolnkgin.com

Application Deadline: January 14, 2008

Late submissions may or may not be considered at KOLN/KGIN’s discretion.

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE

Education: Four year college degree or equivalent experience required.

Experience: HTML knowledge and experience with formatting text,editing,

imaging and content using HTML. Journalism experience

required.

Equipment: Adobe Photoshop and FTP programs. Experience with newsroom

computer systems.

Skills/Abilities: Must be creative, have good people skills and ability to

work in a fast-paced deadline-driven

environment. Demonstrate strong leadership skills and also

work collaboratively as part of a larger team. Possess

strong writing skills (preferably newspaper style),

including proficient copyediting ability, as well as

intermediate computer skills. Proficient with HTML

formatting skills and the technical aspects of inputting

content onto the website. Knowledge and experience with

still-image photography, using digital cameras/hand-held

video cameras. Possess video editing skills and photo

editing skills with knowledge of how to download

photos/video from the camera to the computer; ability to

manipulate, crop, and enhance photo images as needed for

publishing on website. Flexible hours and travel may be

required.

License: Must possess a valid driver’s license and provide proof of

insurance.

Job Description:

This list of duties is not exhaustive, and duties may be added, deleted or changed at any time without notice.

1. Make calls to news sources/contacts as needed, gaining appropriate and

actionable information.

2. Plan, structure, write and report/anchor news content for websites and

other New Media platforms.

3. Work with anchors and reporters to conceptualize, coordinate and edit

story packages for all New Media platforms to conform to station policies,

practices and procedures.

4. Coordinate the work of producers, videotape editors and others as it

relates to all New Media platforms.

5. Work with newsroom managers to assign stories and monitor story coverage

and breaking news as it relates to New Media platforms integrating on-line

news with our on-air presence.

6. Perform other duties as needed and directed by the Managing Editor.

To be considered a candidate for this position, mail, fax or e-mail your resume, cover letter and salary requirement to the address below. Please refer to job number 3897

Contact:

Marlene Stein

1720 Gilbert Ave

Cincinnati, OH 45202

Fax: 513-852-4136

Email: jobs@wcpo.com

Phone: 513-852-4002

Must be willing to work mornings, weekends and holidays.

KOLN/KGIN TV/Gray Television Group, Inc. is a drug-free company and requires pre-employment drug testing and MVR check. EOE. Send resume to or complete an application at:

KOLN/KGIN-TV / Personnel Supervisor

P.O. Box 30350

Lincoln, NE 68503

Fax (402) 467-9461 or e-mail jobs@kolnkgin.com

Application Deadline: January 14, 2008

Late submissions may or may not be considered at KOLN/KGIN’s discretion.

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE

18 All-Expenses-Paid Fellowships Available

Application deadline: December 10, 2007

A career in journalism almost always requires familiarity with Washington, D.C., and not just for political junkies. Besides being the home of the federal government, Washington is also a crossroads for science, social issues, economics and most other topics that end up in the news. This program, designed for college students with an interest in journalism, will provide an overview of Washington and provide tools and knowledge to delve deeper when students return home or land first jobs. The program is being conducted in cooperation with the College Media Advisers. Among the topics under consideration:

-- Is “Inside the Beltway” really that different?

-- How does Washington journalism work?

-- Covering Congress

-- Washington resources at your fingertips

-- Field trips to government agencies and major news organizations

Like all NPF programs, this one is on-the-record with plenty of time for discussion. Eighteen all-expenses-paid fellowships are available to qualified college students. Fellowships include airfare (to $600), hotel and most meals. Demand for this program is high, so apply early.

To Apply: Send a cover letter making your case for attending; an application form; a letter of support from a supervisor, college media adviser, or professor; a brief bio; a clip, writing sample, or CD, DVD, VHS tape or audio tape. Applications may be submitted by mail, e-mail or fax and will not be returned. Applications must be received by December 10.

Send applications to:

National Press Foundation

Attn: Introduction to Washington 2008

1211 Connecticut Ave. NW, Suite 310

Washington, DC 20036.

E-mail: programs@nationalpress.org

Fax: 202-530-2855.

For information, call 202-663-7285 or visit the website.