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Fake news: Why we click it, how to stop, Aug. 15 — NEW DATE AND LOCATION!

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Join us as we hear a panel of distinguished journalists discuss the issue that has both media people and the public talking and wondering about the future of our democracy.

This FREE program, “Fake News: Why We Click It, How to Stop” is 6 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 15, in the Community Room (L162/163) at the South Mountain Community Library, 7050 S. 24th St., Phoenix.

This discussion is presented by Valley of the Sun SPJ in partnership with the SMCL, a partnership between the Phoenix Public Library and South Mountain Community College. The library, which opened in 2011, is a beautiful copper, concrete and steel structure containing 50,000 square feet.

RSVP to our Facebook page!

Speakers:

 

Lauren Gilger, host/producer, KJZZ, Phoenix

 

 

Mary Jo Pitzl, state government reporter, Arizona Republic, Phoenix

 

 

 

Jessica Pucci, Ethics and Excellence Professor of Practice, Data Analysis and Audience Engagement, Arizona State University Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication, Phoenix

 

 

Allison Rodriguez, multimedia journalist and anchor, ABC15, Phoenix

 

 

Topics will include:

  • What do we mean whenmicrophone09.jpg 42.8K we say fake news?
  • Red flags to help you know if you are viewing fake news
  • How do be a more media-savvy news consumer
  • How our own news-consumption habits worsen the problem
  • Do fact checkers and “Pinocchio”-like ratings systems work?
  • How Facebook and others are trying to fix the problem
  • How mainstream news organizations can better engage wary audiences

For further information, contact chapter president Tim Eigo. Eigo, editor of Arizona Attorney magazine, will moderate the discussion.

Get your Yule on: Journalists invited to gather at the third annual Valley Media Holiday Mixer, Dec. 16

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New bar, same location! Six Valley media organizations invite area journalists to the third annual Valley Media Holiday Mixer, 5:30 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 16, at Chambers on First, 705 N. First St. (at Pierce, just north of the ASU Cronkite School) in downtown Phoenix.

media_mixer_2015Admission is free. Attendees will pay for their own drinks. But appetizers are being paid for by the media groups: Asian American Journalists Association (Arizona), Arizona Latino Media Association (NAHJ), Arizona Press Club, National Black Journalists Association (Arizona), National Lesbian & Gay Journalists Association (Arizona), Society of Professional Journalists (Valley of the Sun).

Chambers on First is owned by the same owners as its predecessor, The Turf, where this event has been held in 2013 and 2014. The interior has been renovated, including chandeliers with a law library/private club look. Check out photos and the menu here. Happy hour prices on drinks are offered until 7 p.m.

Please come and invite media people you know. For more information, email phoenixspj@cox.net.

Valley of the Sun SPJ presents Freedom of Information Awards in Scottsdale

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Phoenix, AZ, Sept. 20, 2014 — The Valley of the Sun Chapter, Society of Professional Journalists (SPJ) honored nine journalists, two newspapers and two television stations with its 2014 Freedom of Information Awards winners Saturday, Sept. 20, recognizing outstanding work done by members of the state’s media that substantially made use of public records in 2013.

The awards were presented during the Arizona Newspapers Association’s 75th annual fall convention and meeting at the Chaparral Suites in Scottsdale. Valley of the Sun SPJ joined in partnership with ANA for awards presentations for the first time this year, joining the Arizona Associated Press Managing Editors, who have been making its awards presentations at the annual ANA event for several years.

In addition to its First Amendment Awards for outstanding journalism based significantly on access to public records and/or open meetings, Valley of the Sun SPJ also honored with induction into the Order of the Silver Key media professionals who have had long and distinguished careers in Arizona.

Gary Nelson, retired from The Arizona Republic, received the chapter’s highest honor, the Phil Alvidrez Award for Excellence in Journalism.

Here are the awards Valley of the Sun SPJ presented on Sept. 20, 2014:

First Amendment Awards:

  • Morgan Loew, CBS 5/AZ-KPHO, for “Sheriff Arpaio’s SVU”
  • Craig Harris, Beth Duckett and Dustin Gardiner, The Arizona Republic, for “Arizona’s public pension systems”
  • Wendy Halloran, KPNX-TV, for “Phoenix Fire Department arson squad members’ false claims”
  • Craig Harris and Rob O’Dell, The Arizona Republic, for “Troubled youths abused at residential treatment centers”
  • Arizona Daily Star, and education reporter Alexis Huicochea, team leader Joe Burchell, and Editor Bobbie Jo Buel, for lawsuit, “Pressing TUSD to release superintendent candidates’ names”

The First Amendment Awards recognize efforts that substantially relied on public records and open meetings to produce top-quality journalism.

Order of the Silver Key Society:

  • Pete Aleshire, Editor-in-Chief, Payson Roundup
  • Ed Sharpe of the Glendale Daily Planet
  • Kathy Tulumello, Business editor, The Arizona Republic

The Order of the Silver Key honors journalists who have been in the profession for at least 25 years, a significant majority of which were in Arizona, who have conspicuously contributed to the journalism profession and have inspired fellow journalists.

Phil Alvidrez Award for Excellence in Journalism:

Gary Nelson, retired from of The Arizona Republic

   The Phil Alvidrez Award for Excellence in Journalism recognizes the career of an Arizona journalist whose body of work has served to inspire fellow journalists, including a notable commitment to the cause of freedom of information. The award is named for Phil Alvidrez, who retired as news director at Phoenix’s KTVK-TV (Channel 3) after 20 years in that position. Alvidrez was a tireless campaigner for the free flow of government information, often committing his station’s financial resources to fight numerous court battles to open closed documents and meetings.

For more information, contact Teri Carnicelli, Valley of the Sun SPJ treasurer, at 602-410-1267 or teri@phoenixspj.org.

Founded in 1909 as Sigma Delta Chi, SPJ promotes the free flow of information vital to a well-informed citizenry; works to inspire and educate the next generation of journalists; and protects First Amendment guarantees of freedom of speech and press. Our Valley of the Sun chapter has been doing the same since 1958.

Open positions at Univision Arizona

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Editor/Producer (Preditor)

Univision, the premier Media Brand in Arizona and the country, is seeking a superstar Preditor (Producer/Editor). The right candidate will be responsible for writing, producing, shooting and editing a wide range of content including commercials, promos, marketing videos as well as locally produced programming. He or she will manage multiple production tasks simultaneously and have the ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, team-oriented environment. The Preditor position should be proficient at shooting, producing and editing HD content. Working independently and on quick turnarounds a must. The candidate should be a highly-motivated creative person who strives to develop and produce compelling and award-worthy creative products. Apply: http://goo.gl/T6r9kK

Marketing and Promotions Coordinator

The Marketing and Promotions Coordinator would assist Account Executives (AEs) in their marketing and promotions coordination efforts. Tasks include: gathering key contact information on business leads, preparing client presentations, coordinating event logistics; and creating re-caps for events and campaigns. An ideal launching pad for a self-motivating individual looking to get into Sales. Apply: http://goo.gl/e2320L

Board Operator/On-Air (4 positions)

Duties and Responsibilities: Operate network and local shows. Maintain scheduled music and commercial logs. Regular and timely attendance, and able to work a flexible schedule. Answer Studio phone line and contest phone lines. Perform EAS tests accurately. Assist with coordination with on-air events. Maintain open communication with staff. Looks and acts professional. Ability to remain calm and professional through stressful circumstances. Follows instructions as well as take steps necessary to prevent mistakes and following well-defined procedures. Able to perform audio production on Adobe Audition platform or similar audio software, production of Image, commercials and special programs as requested. Performs on-air duties for station Follows company’s PPM strategic plan for on-air delivery. Other duties as deemed necessary. Apply: http://goo.gl/WX4Yu9

Journo job openings in the Valley

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Univision seeks bilingual news anchor

Univision Arizona is seeking a full-time news anchor to join its seasoned staff for the 5 and 10 p.m. newscasts. Ideal candidate must be a strong newsroom leader, have effective reporting background and be a clear, concise and accurate Spanish writer and speaker.

In addition, news anchors are responsible for gathering, researching and writing articles which can be posted “online” and/or for use on a web-based medium either on the company’s website, social media or any other Univision subsidiaries. Position requires generating enterprise field reports and active participation in the community on behalf of the station.

Responsibilities include: Anchoring newscasts/special projects as assigned; producing newscasts when needed; reporting in the field; writing for newscasts, including teases, promos, intros, tags and generating graphics; maintaining a high degree of knowledge of current and community events; and developing and maintaining good relationships with news sources.

Broadcast Journalism degree preferred. Minimum 5 years experience as an anchor/reporter on Spanish language television.

Email a resume and links to your most powerful stories to: jvilla@univision.net.

North Valley weekly seeks editor/reporter

The Foothills Focus, a weekly newspaper serving the communities of Anthem, Black Canyon City, Carefree, Cave Creek, Desert Hills, New River, North Phoenix, and North Scottsdale, is looking for an editor/reporter.

Needed is a self-starter capable of building sources who has strong time management skills. Responsibilities include reporting, editing and photography skills, writing up briefs and determining placement of stories. Reporter is responsible for utilizing the newspaper’s Facebook page to supplement weekly coverage as well as post breaking news.

Send resumes and three to five writing samples to foothillsfocus@qwestoffice.net. For information, call 623-465-5808. This is a salaried position. Pay depends on experience.

Job openings in Arizona

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General assignment reporter sought in Prescott

Prescott Newspapers, Inc., featuring the award-winning 17K circulation The Daily Courier, in the mountain environment of Prescott, AZ, is looking for a reporter to cover general news and feature assignments. Beats could range from public safety to education, depending on the applicant’s strengths. The right candidate will have a degree in journalism or commensurate experience, knowledge of Associated Press style, and strong verbal and customer relation skills. Excellent benefits.
Send resume and clippings to:
Human Resources
Prescott Newspapers, Inc.
8303 E Highway 69
Prescott Valley, AZ 86314
or you may Fax 928-777-8625 or Email to pnihr@prescottaz.com.

AP seeks an editor on the West Desk

Editors on the West Desk edit and file the top news in a 13-state region comprised of Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, New Mexico, Arizona, Utah, Idaho, Washington, Oregon, Nevada, California, Alaska and Hawaii. They are part of a dynamic, 24/7 operation and work with editors from photo, multimedia, video and broadcast to ensure AP owns the coverage in all formats. Editors report to the assistant editor, and they work closely with news editors and reporters in bureaus around the region to make sure AP content is accurate, well-written, packaged creatively and timely. Editors ensure that urgent news is filed promptly, while keeping an eye toward developing the story throughout the news cycle and beyond.

The ideal candidates will have two or more years of professional news experience, including editing.

For more information or to apply, click here: http://careers.poynter.org/jobs#/detail/5413694/1,false

Univision seeks video journalist

Univision Television Group – KTVW Univision Arizona is seeking a video journalist. The right person will be responsible for reporting, shooting and editing video news stories and producing content for use in multiple outlets. Candidate will write and post across various platforms including updating web site and mobile products.

Job functions include: Gather information, conduct interviews, shoot video, produce, report and edit assigned stories daily; Post video, pictures and stories to website, Facebook and other social media outlets; Maintain strong familiarity with local, national and International news and issues of the day. Establish and maintain news contacts in the community.

Education: BA degree in communication, journalism, television broadcasting preferred. Experience: 1 year newsroom experience required, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Email a resume and links to your most powerful stories to: jvilla@univision.net

AZ media professionals, students and others honored for 1st Amendment use & support at May 18 event

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The Valley of the Sun Chapter, Society of Professional Journalists (SPJ) pays tribute to working journalists and others with its annual Arizona First Amendment Awards and other recognition awards. This year, the Valley of the Sun SPJ has partnered with the Arizona Press Club and will co-present its awards at a reception set for 6:30 p.m. Saturday, May 18 at The Duce, 525 S. Central Ave., Phoenix. We are expecting more than 100 attendees. Tickets are $15 may be purchased at: http://azpressclub.eventbrite.com/. Ticket price includes sliders and chips; there also will be three cash bars available.

Those being honored include:

First Amendment Award—Karina Bland, The Arizona Republic, for “Domestic violence deaths in Arizona tragically consistent”; Bob Ortega, The Arizona Republic, for his four-part series on “The Price of Prisons”; Carol Ann Alaimo, the Arizona Daily Star, for “PCC legal costs skyrocket”; and the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication’s News21 Project Team for “Who Can Vote?” The First Amendment Award honors published or broadcast work in 2012 that involved significant reliance on public records and open meetings

The Order of the Silver Key Society—Jill Jorden Spitz, senior editor, Arizona Daily Star; Bret McKeand, publisher & president of Operations, Independent Newspapers Inc., and Randi Weinstein, managing editor, Phoenix Business Journal (posthumous). The award pays tribute to journalists from any medium with at least 25 years of experience in the state of Arizona (consecutive or cumulative) whose careers exemplify high standards and consistent, top-quality journalism.

The Phil Alvidrez Award for Excellence in Journalism—Mark Casey, VP and News Director, KPNX-TV Channel 12. The award honors an Arizona journalist who has demonstrated a continuous commitment over time of high standards of ethical professional conduct and a spirited defense of the First Amendment.

Digital marketing company seeks content strategist

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iAcquire is a fast-growing enterprise digital marketing company quickly gaining recognition for its innovation and leadership in digital brand strategy and marketing services engagement for SEO, reputation management, content marketing, digital public relations, and social media marketing. The company current is seeking a Content Strategist, responsible for the creation and management of project subject matter such as websites, articles, and applications.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Gather, audit, and analyze existing content relevant to project requirements

• Work with project managers to examine and analyze the content relevant to the internal and external factors that impact the content

• Develop content strategy based on client business objectives and brand/product strategy

• Develop innovative solutions for content presentation, including content management, workflow and maintenance

• Ensure content conforms to Search Engine Optimization best practices

• Develop, oversee and edit development of all branded content including interactive marketing, email and web product copy, and social media

• Enforce brand tone and voice guidelines

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field, such as English, journalism, advertising, or communications

• 2-plus years’ experience writing advertising content for Web or other digital media that sells.

• Working knowledge of usability principles and SEO best practice experience in web writing, SEO, content management, messaging and branding a plus!

Contact Melissa Pogan, Recruiting and Human Resources manager, at mpogan@iacquire.com.

Happy hour with J groups

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Come and join area journalists from several of the local media organizations, including AAJA, ALMA, NABJ, NAHJ, NAJA, NLGJA and SPJ, during a happy hour set for 5:30-7:30 p.m. Thursday, July 12, inside The District Bar at the Sheraton Downtown Phoenix, 320 N. 3rd St. There will be limited free appetizers and happy hour food and drink specials for purchase. The annual gathering is a kick-off to the upcoming g UNITY 2012 national convention in August (www.unityconvention.org), however, you don’t need to be registered for the UNITY conference in order to attend the happy hour event! To RSVP, visit the Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/events/430822840271723/.