Journalism
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Journalism Schools
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www.Degree-Finder.com/Journalism
Hiring Online Journalists
Paid Web writing for freelancers. Publish story/video.Train w/ pros.
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Paid Web writing for freelancers. Publish story/video.Train w/ pros.
www.Orato.com
Journalist Social Network
Social networking for Journalists Chat, forums, groups and networking
www.journalist-network.com/
Social networking for Journalists Chat, forums, groups and networking
www.journalist-network.com/
Journalism info
Breaking News, Expert Tips, Member Support, Treatment Options & More
www.everydayhealth.com
Breaking News, Expert Tips, Member Support, Treatment Options & More
www.everydayhealth.com
Government Public Records
Search Over One Billion Records Find Any Public Record In a Minute.
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Search Over One Billion Records Find Any Public Record In a Minute.
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Related Business Topics
A
Institute for Public Accuracy - IPA
Makes frequent communication possible between hundreds of independent researchers and journalists across the United States. And helps to widen the bounds of media discussion.
www.accuracy.org
Makes frequent communication possible between hundreds of independent researchers and journalists across the United States. And helps to widen the bounds of media discussion.
www.accuracy.org
B
BBC News
Newspaper with a focus on the world and the UK. Searchable site that also allows the users to read the news in other languages.
news.bbc.co.uk
Newspaper with a focus on the world and the UK. Searchable site that also allows the users to read the news in other languages.
news.bbc.co.uk
C
Campaign Finance Information Center
Resource center of campaign finance stories and data by state.
www.campaignfinance.org
Resource center of campaign finance stories and data by state.
www.campaignfinance.org
Canadian Broadcasting Corporation
An online source for Canadian and International news, updated 24 hours a day, seven days a week with text, audio and video.
cbc.ca
An online source for Canadian and International news, updated 24 hours a day, seven days a week with text, audio and video.
cbc.ca
CNN
Part of New York based AOL Time Warner, it is a source for news and information. Provides a vast array of in-depth programs and telecast in nearly every country throughout the world.
www.cnn.com
Part of New York based AOL Time Warner, it is a source for news and information. Provides a vast array of in-depth programs and telecast in nearly every country throughout the world.
www.cnn.com
D
DaybookNews
A daily and weekly e-mail distribution that contains press releases, conference information, speaking engagements, book release dates, conventions and much more.
www.daybooknews.com
A daily and weekly e-mail distribution that contains press releases, conference information, speaking engagements, book release dates, conventions and much more.
www.daybooknews.com
E
E-Commerce Times
Free online publication, with daily news and feature articles for entrepreneurs and companies doing business on the Internet.
www.ecommercetimes.com
Free online publication, with daily news and feature articles for entrepreneurs and companies doing business on the Internet.
www.ecommercetimes.com
Electronic Frontier Foundation
A non-profit, non-partisan organization working in the public interest to protect fundamental civil liberties, including privacy and freedom of expression in the arena of computers and the Internet.
www.eff.org
A non-profit, non-partisan organization working in the public interest to protect fundamental civil liberties, including privacy and freedom of expression in the arena of computers and the Internet.
www.eff.org
Latinscribes
An unmoderated electronic discussion list for journalists covering and/or interested in Latin America, or based in Latin America.
www.egroups.com
An unmoderated electronic discussion list for journalists covering and/or interested in Latin America, or based in Latin America.
www.egroups.com
Environment News Service
A daily international environment newswire that is independently owned, unaffiliated with any industry, government or environmental group; this is a free service.
www.ens-news.com
A daily international environment newswire that is independently owned, unaffiliated with any industry, government or environmental group; this is a free service.
www.ens-news.com
Health Policy - Recommended Links
The latest policy, politics, and ideas from leading progressive research organizations and advocacy groups.
www.epn.org
The latest policy, politics, and ideas from leading progressive research organizations and advocacy groups.
www.epn.org
Scoop Cybersleuth's Resource Room
A web site providing links to various online research resources.
scoop.evansville.net
A web site providing links to various online research resources.
scoop.evansville.net
F
Foundation for American Communications (FACSNET)
Educates journalists about news content through Journalism Education Programs.
www.facsnet.org
Educates journalists about news content through Journalism Education Programs.
www.facsnet.org
Extra!
Looks at the major issues in the news, questioning the conventional wisdom that narrows the range of issues, sources and perspectives.
www.fair.org
Looks at the major issues in the news, questioning the conventional wisdom that narrows the range of issues, sources and perspectives.
www.fair.org
Racism Watch Desk
Site that monitors the media's marginalization, misrepresentation and exclusion of people of color.
www.fair.org
Site that monitors the media's marginalization, misrepresentation and exclusion of people of color.
www.fair.org
The Women's Desk
Analysis of sexism, racism and homophobia in the media. Works with activists and media professionals for a range of feminist perspectives.
www.fair.org
Analysis of sexism, racism and homophobia in the media. Works with activists and media professionals for a range of feminist perspectives.
www.fair.org
FedStats
More than 70 agencies in the United States Federal Government produce statistics of interest to the public. The Federal Interagency Council on Statistical Policy maintains this site to provide easy access to the full range of statistics and info...
www.fedstats.gov
More than 70 agencies in the United States Federal Government produce statistics of interest to the public. The Federal Interagency Council on Statistical Policy maintains this site to provide easy access to the full range of statistics and info...
www.fedstats.gov
Institute for Public Opinion Research
School of Journalism and Mass Communication, Florida International University.
www.fiu.edu
School of Journalism and Mass Communication, Florida International University.
www.fiu.edu
Footage.net
Stock, archival and news footage network searching the combined, online databases of the footage trade’s stock, archival and news footage collections. Also include footage research, copyright, clearance information and demo reel database.
www.footage.net
Stock, archival and news footage network searching the combined, online databases of the footage trade’s stock, archival and news footage collections. Also include footage research, copyright, clearance information and demo reel database.
www.footage.net
Freedom Forum
Conducts national and international initiatives to promote its priorities. The foundation is dedicated to media and First Amendment issues.
www.freedomforum.org
Conducts national and international initiatives to promote its priorities. The foundation is dedicated to media and First Amendment issues.
www.freedomforum.org
Journalism, Mass Communications and New Media Websites
A compilation of web sites providing information and links pertaining to journalism, mass communications and new media.
commfaculty.fullerton.edu
A compilation of web sites providing information and links pertaining to journalism, mass communications and new media.
commfaculty.fullerton.edu
G
Investigators' Guide to Sources of Information
Is published as a service to the investigative community by GAO's Office of Special Investigations. An investigative tool for identifying sources of information about people, property, business, and finance.
www.gao.gov
Is published as a service to the investigative community by GAO's Office of Special Investigations. An investigative tool for identifying sources of information about people, property, business, and finance.
www.gao.gov
ABC News
Provides information about the day's top stories and other current issues and events. This site also provides a link to ABC News on television.
abcnews.go.com
Provides information about the day's top stories and other current issues and events. This site also provides a link to ABC News on television.
abcnews.go.com
GuideStar
Searchable database of nonprofit organizations and charity news. The web site is a project of Philanthropic Research Inc.
www.guidestar.org
Searchable database of nonprofit organizations and charity news. The web site is a project of Philanthropic Research Inc.
www.guidestar.org
I
Journalistics Resources
Resources designed to serve scholars, journalists and other professionals to access information on the Internet.
www.it-kompetens.com
Resources designed to serve scholars, journalists and other professionals to access information on the Internet.
www.it-kompetens.com
J
Journalism and Women Symposium (JAWS)
Supports the personal growth and professional empowerment of women in newsrooms and works toward a more accurate portrayal of the women in society.
www.jaws.org
Supports the personal growth and professional empowerment of women in newsrooms and works toward a more accurate portrayal of the women in society.
www.jaws.org
Fellowships
Part of Journalism Jobs, this web page provides information about journalism fellowships and contests.
journalismjobs.com
Part of Journalism Jobs, this web page provides information about journalism fellowships and contests.
journalismjobs.com
Internships
Part of Journalism Jobs, this web page allows an individual to search for internships with newspapers, tv, radio, online media and magazines.
journalismjobs.com
Part of Journalism Jobs, this web page allows an individual to search for internships with newspapers, tv, radio, online media and magazines.
journalismjobs.com
Journalism Jobs
A resource for individuals searching for journalism jobs in newspapers and wire services, television, radio, magazines, online media and other related industries.
journalismjobs.com
A resource for individuals searching for journalism jobs in newspapers and wire services, television, radio, magazines, online media and other related industries.
journalismjobs.com
Media Links
This web page is part of the Journalism Jobs web site and lists various media links.
journalismjobs.com
This web page is part of the Journalism Jobs web site and lists various media links.
journalismjobs.com
L
Los Angeles Times
A Southern California newspaper that publishes four daily regional editions. The web site offers an online version of the day's current headlines and other issues.
www.latimes.com
A Southern California newspaper that publishes four daily regional editions. The web site offers an online version of the day's current headlines and other issues.
www.latimes.com
Journalism Resources
Annotated pages of resources compiled in support of academic journalism departments and professional journalists.
bailiwick.lib.uiowa.edu
Annotated pages of resources compiled in support of academic journalism departments and professional journalists.
bailiwick.lib.uiowa.edu
M
Robert C. Maynard Institute for Journalism Education
Provides links to news, information, and services available for journalists and those interested in journalism.
www.maynardije.org
Provides links to news, information, and services available for journalists and those interested in journalism.
www.maynardije.org
Media Lab
Founded on October 1, 1985, the laboratory works on enabling technologies for learning and expression by people and machines.
www.media.mit.edu
Founded on October 1, 1985, the laboratory works on enabling technologies for learning and expression by people and machines.
www.media.mit.edu
American Press Institute (API)
The Institute is committed to training and management development programs that are practical and immediately applicable in nature and that focus sharply on the best traditions, values and practices of journalism and of newspaper business opera...
www.mediacenter.org
The Institute is committed to training and management development programs that are practical and immediately applicable in nature and that focus sharply on the best traditions, values and practices of journalism and of newspaper business opera...
www.mediacenter.org
MediaChannel
Media issues supersite, featuring criticism, breaking news and investigative reporting from organizations worldwide. As the media watch the world, they watch the media.
www.mediachannel.org
Media issues supersite, featuring criticism, breaking news and investigative reporting from organizations worldwide. As the media watch the world, they watch the media.
www.mediachannel.org
Media History Project
Communication media history compiled by scholars and media professionals.
www.mediahistory.umn.edu
Communication media history compiled by scholars and media professionals.
www.mediahistory.umn.edu
Editor Publisher Interactive
Provides coverage of interactive news and online newspapers.
www.mediainfo.com
Provides coverage of interactive news and online newspapers.
www.mediainfo.com
Freedom of Information Center
Established in 1958, the center has a collection of more than 1 million articles and documents about access to information, at the state, federal and local levels, in addition to a wide collection of online document accessible through its webpag...
web.missouri.edu
Established in 1958, the center has a collection of more than 1 million articles and documents about access to information, at the state, federal and local levels, in addition to a wide collection of online document accessible through its webpag...
web.missouri.edu
Policy Action Network
The Policy Action Network strives to improve collaboration and dialogue between policy and grassroots organizations, and to promote their work to journalists and legislators.
www.movingideas.org
The Policy Action Network strives to improve collaboration and dialogue between policy and grassroots organizations, and to promote their work to journalists and legislators.
www.movingideas.org
MSNBC
A news organization that embraces three media technologies, broadcast, cable and the Internet. Provides up-to-the-minute news from around the globe.
msnbc.com
A news organization that embraces three media technologies, broadcast, cable and the Internet. Provides up-to-the-minute news from around the globe.
msnbc.com
Museum of Television & Radio
New York based nonprofit museum founded by William S. Paley to collect and preserve television and radio programs and to make them available to the public.
www.mtr.org
New York based nonprofit museum founded by William S. Paley to collect and preserve television and radio programs and to make them available to the public.
www.mtr.org
N
The National Writers Association
Community for readers, writers, film producers, agents and editors.
www.nationalwriters.com
Community for readers, writers, film producers, agents and editors.
www.nationalwriters.com
Writing for Radio
Provides creative suggestions and ideas to radio news reporters, writers and anchors.
www.newscript.com
Provides creative suggestions and ideas to radio news reporters, writers and anchors.
www.newscript.com
NEWSdesk International
A source for industry specific news and information via email or fax.
www.newsdesk.com
A source for industry specific news and information via email or fax.
www.newsdesk.com
Newseum
Interactive museum of news founded in April 1997. It takes a user behind the scenes to see and experience how and why news is made.
www.newseum.org
Interactive museum of news founded in April 1997. It takes a user behind the scenes to see and experience how and why news is made.
www.newseum.org
NewsLab
A Washington based non-profit television news laboratory helping local stations find better ways of telling important stories that are often difficult to convey on television.
www.newslab.org
A Washington based non-profit television news laboratory helping local stations find better ways of telling important stories that are often difficult to convey on television.
www.newslab.org
Thunder & Lightning News Service
This web site provides a variety of services to television news organizations, from traditional story development and production to computer-assisted reporting to seminars designed to improve basic newsroom newsgathering and news dissemination.
www.newstrench.com
This web site provides a variety of services to television news organizations, from traditional story development and production to computer-assisted reporting to seminars designed to improve basic newsroom newsgathering and news dissemination.
www.newstrench.com
NewsWatch
Founded in 1985, it acts as a media watchdog on behalf of news consumers, giving a voice to consumers who want to talk back to the media.
www.newswatch.org
Founded in 1985, it acts as a media watchdog on behalf of news consumers, giving a voice to consumers who want to talk back to the media.
www.newswatch.org
Nieman Foundation
Founded in 1937, the foundation works to promote and elevate the standards of journalism and educate persons deemed especially qualified for journalism.
www.nieman.harvard.edu
Founded in 1937, the foundation works to promote and elevate the standards of journalism and educate persons deemed especially qualified for journalism.
www.nieman.harvard.edu
NewsPlace for News and Sources
An online soure for links to various resouces; it includes a search and locator function.
www.niu.edu
An online soure for links to various resouces; it includes a search and locator function.
www.niu.edu
New York Times Navigator
A link to the registration page on the New York Times web site. Free registration allows the user to access the newspaper's collection of business resources.
www.nytimes.com
A link to the registration page on the New York Times web site. Free registration allows the user to access the newspaper's collection of business resources.
www.nytimes.com
New York Times on the Web
An online version of a news source. The content focus is global, high-tech and high culture.
www.nytimes.com
An online version of a news source. The content focus is global, high-tech and high culture.
www.nytimes.com
O
Online Journalism Review
A Web-based journal produced at the Annenberg School for Communication at the University of Southern California. Committed to covering the full range of journalistic issues in all media, but emphasizing the Internet.
www.ojr.org
A Web-based journal produced at the Annenberg School for Communication at the University of Southern California. Committed to covering the full range of journalistic issues in all media, but emphasizing the Internet.
www.ojr.org
Online Newspapers
A source providing links to online newspapers from around the world.
www.onlinenewspapers.com
A source providing links to online newspapers from around the world.
www.onlinenewspapers.com
P
Power Reporting Resources for Journalists
A list of free research resources for journalists, annotated and updated daily.
powerreporting.com
A list of free research resources for journalists, annotated and updated daily.
powerreporting.com
Poynter.org
Updated daily, this web site provides journalists with reliable information, useful tools, and provocative suggestions.
www.poynter.org
Updated daily, this web site provides journalists with reliable information, useful tools, and provocative suggestions.
www.poynter.org
R
Radio Advertising Bureau of England
Resource for information on radio advertising, and market reports.
www.rab.co.uk
Resource for information on radio advertising, and market reports.
www.rab.co.uk
Reporter's Desktop
A launch pad for everyday journalistic work, providing links to resources. A tool for deadline reporting.
www.reporter.org
A launch pad for everyday journalistic work, providing links to resources. A tool for deadline reporting.
www.reporter.org
Reporter.org
Founded in 1975 by a small group of dedicated investigative journalists, it is a grassroots network for journalists of all kinds from around the world.
reporter.org
Founded in 1975 by a small group of dedicated investigative journalists, it is a grassroots network for journalists of all kinds from around the world.
reporter.org
Reporters Network
Founded in October 1995, the it promotes the Internet as a research and communications medium for working journalists. It provides a variety of services to the journalism community and the general public it serves.
www.reporters.net
Founded in October 1995, the it promotes the Internet as a research and communications medium for working journalists. It provides a variety of services to the journalism community and the general public it serves.
www.reporters.net
S
Scribe & Quill Society
Provides a writer's resource page including articles for writers, writing courses, book reviews and news and information.
www.scribequill.com
Provides a writer's resource page including articles for writers, writing courses, book reviews and news and information.
www.scribequill.com
The Small Publishers, Artists and Writers Network (SPAWN)
Provides information and contacts for everyone involved in publishing, including contact names and articles on writing and publishing.
www.spawn.org
Provides information and contacts for everyone involved in publishing, including contact names and articles on writing and publishing.
www.spawn.org
The Society of Professional Journalists
A complete resource for journalists including FOIA contacts and information, professional development, journalism awards and fellowships and journalism ethics information.
spj.org
A complete resource for journalists including FOIA contacts and information, professional development, journalism awards and fellowships and journalism ethics information.
spj.org
Public Opinion Guide to Library Resources
Text bibliography and links to public opinion information resources maintained by Stanford University.
www-sul.stanford.edu
Text bibliography and links to public opinion information resources maintained by Stanford University.
www-sul.stanford.edu
Stateline.org
Provides news and facts on all 50 United States. Written by journalists for journalists, policy makers and citizens, it's non-partisan, non-profit and funded by the Pew Charitable Trusts.
www.stateline.org
Provides news and facts on all 50 United States. Written by journalists for journalists, policy makers and citizens, it's non-partisan, non-profit and funded by the Pew Charitable Trusts.
www.stateline.org
Internet Resources for Journalists and Broadcasters
Links to resources for journalists.
www.synapse.net
Links to resources for journalists.
www.synapse.net
T
Writers Alliance, Inc.
Offers contract writing on information technology for private and public sector clients.
www.trainer.com
Offers contract writing on information technology for private and public sector clients.
www.trainer.com
The Writer's Ring
A community environment that offers links, resources and workshops to name a few.
members.tripod.com
A community environment that offers links, resources and workshops to name a few.
members.tripod.com
TV Rundown
Reports to television executives on local television news, programming, and community service projects.
www.tvrundown.com
Reports to television executives on local television news, programming, and community service projects.
www.tvrundown.com
U
Ultimate TV
A source for anything related to television, including TV listings, news, chat rooms, and nielsen ratings.
www.ultimatetv.com
A source for anything related to television, including TV listings, news, chat rooms, and nielsen ratings.
www.ultimatetv.com
Journalist's Guide to the Internet
Free links to web sites such as the federal govenment, various directories, and newgroups.
reporter.umd.edu
Free links to web sites such as the federal govenment, various directories, and newgroups.
reporter.umd.edu
Special Libraries Association News Division
An international organization for print and broadcast news librarians, news researchers and others interested in the role information plays in quality journalism.
metalab.unc.edu
An international organization for print and broadcast news librarians, news researchers and others interested in the role information plays in quality journalism.
metalab.unc.edu
Justice Department (US) FOIA Home Page
Like all federal agencies, the Department of Justice (DOJ) is required under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) to disclose records requested in writing by any person. Related resources are listed here.
www.usdoj.gov
Like all federal agencies, the Department of Justice (DOJ) is required under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) to disclose records requested in writing by any person. Related resources are listed here.
www.usdoj.gov
V
Vanderbilt Television News Archive
An archive of television news containing special reports and periodic news broadcasts cover presidential press conferences and political campaign coverage, and national and international events.
tvnews.vanderbilt.edu
An archive of television news containing special reports and periodic news broadcasts cover presidential press conferences and political campaign coverage, and national and international events.
tvnews.vanderbilt.edu
W
Washingtonpost.Newsweek Interactive
Developer of editorial products and businesees on the world wide web with flagship products which include washingtonpost.com and newsweek.com. This company is the new media and electronic publishing arm of the Washington Post. Services are pro...
www.washingtonpost.com
Developer of editorial products and businesees on the world wide web with flagship products which include washingtonpost.com and newsweek.com. This company is the new media and electronic publishing arm of the Washington Post. Services are pro...
www.washingtonpost.com
Journalism
Make Money Freelance Writing. Distance Learning. Free Prospectus!
AmericanCollegeofJournalism.com
Make Money Freelance Writing. Distance Learning. Free Prospectus!
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Journalism Schools
Find Education for a Career in Journalism. Start Today.
www.Degree-Finder.com/Journalism
Find Education for a Career in Journalism. Start Today.
www.Degree-Finder.com/Journalism
Hiring Online Journalists
Paid Web writing for freelancers. Publish story/video.Train w/ pros.
www.Orato.com
Paid Web writing for freelancers. Publish story/video.Train w/ pros.
www.Orato.com
Guide to Journalism Information Resources
How to use journalism information sites to supplement media projects and find career options
By Shannon Ambroson
Aside from finding journalism research information at the library or in the field, you can search the multitude of information online to find the background research you need for your latest story. By using trusted sites and finding qualified experts, you can become more investigative without spending a lot of effort.
Use professional journalist resources to:
1. Search for up-to-date journalism career information to explore new industry options.
2. Look for journalism reference sources when writing or reporting.
3. Communicate with other journalists and stay on top of industry trends.
Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done
Browse job sites for information about journalism careers
The journalism field is often difficult to break into, especially without much experience. Search online job sites created specifically for journalists to find information about journalism careers and job listings that fits your skills and interests.
I recommend: Post resumes and search job listings on websites such as JournalismJobs.com, ASNE, MediaBistro.com and the Associated Press. Find short term projects and freelance opportunities from iFreelance and sologig, searching within your area or nationally for temporary positions in writing, editing, designing and project development.
Join professional journalist information societies
Just about every aspect of journalism, from newspaper reporting and magazine publishing to broadcasting and advertising, has its own society or group in which professionals join and communicate with each other on issues and industry topics. Find your specific group for more information about making your job easier and moving up in the field.
I recommend: Choose a society that fits your industry standing and subfield. Look at a variety of societies such as the American Society of Magazine Editors (ASME), the American Society of Newspaper Editors (ASNE) and the Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ). Also consider more specific societies such as the Society of Environmental Journalists (SEJ), the National Association of Hispanic Journalists (NAHJ) and the National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ).
Read industry publications and journalism information articles
Familiarize yourself with the publications created for professionals to find print and broadcast journalism information. Subscribe to industry trade publications and consult trusted journalism websites to find sources and background information for your latest news articles.
I recommend: Consider subscribing to trade publications from MagazineCity.com. Look for Columbia Journalism Review, American Journalism Review and Editor&Publisher online for tips on story ideas and focus points. Browse Journalism.org and Poynter Online for tip sheets and tools, in addition to specific information on journalism necessities.
Find out what's happening in the industry and find journalist reference experts
All journalists--whether you're a writer, editor, publisher, broadcaster or advertiser--should have a strong grasp on the current events of their particular area. Keep on top of the local and national news as well as information on journalism trends and styles.
I recommend: Check online news sites, such as CNN, MSN and Yahoo, daily to keep a grasp on the latest events. Find experts for background and quotes at AskAnExpert.com and Experts.com. Use A Journalist's Guide to the Internet to learn more about online journalism resources.
Tips & Tactics
Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide
- • Pass along helpful journalism information resources to colleagues and ask for their suggestions in return. Share information to make sure everyone finds the best sources.
