[Journalists] Finding a Job

Mon Feb 10 22:05:32 UTC 2014

HI Sean, as one of the list moderators, you are not drifting off topic!
(smile) I've had the same experience with Google Plus, and  all of my
colleagues are posting and sharing information. I've only gotten as far as
setting up my account, but that is all. We are expected to utilize Google
Plus so that our stories will have a higher ranking for those using the
Google search engine.
As for Twitter, I use Tweet list on my I devices. I've had some luck
updating my status using the native Facebook app for the iPhone, but I
find it's easier to use the mobile site on the web.
I've also thought about trying Socializer from Serotek, but just haven't
had time to try it.

Liz

Elizabeth Campbell
legal affairs/general assignments reporter
(O 817-390-7696
(c) 817-247-6862
liz at star-telegram.com
Twitter @fwstliz

-----Original Message-----
From: Journalists [mailto:journalists-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
Sean Paul
Sent: Monday, February 10, 2014 3:56 PM
To: Blind Professional Journalists List
Subject: Re: [Journalists] Finding a Job

As someone who uses social media a great deal. I've been totally unable to
use Google Plus. I was able to set up my account, but, nothing past that.
The app doesn't make it any easier either. I've wanted to use the google
hangouts & hangouts on air with no success either. Use twitterific for
twitter on my iPhone & iPad, as well as limited use of the facebook apps.
I can update my status with the facebook app, but, past that, it's a mess.
Oh well, probably drifting way off topic here...
----- Original Message -----
From: "Elizabeth Campbell" <liz at star-telegram.com>
To: "Blind Professional Journalists List" <journalists at nfbnet.org>
Sent: Monday, February 10, 2014 16:50
Subject: Re: [Journalists] Finding a Job

> HI Ashley, Google Docs doesn't' seem to be accessible when it comes to
> collaborating online with your colleagues, but it is possible to copy
> and past the document in to Word and then repost it with your changes.
> You need to notify your colleagues ahead of thime though!
> One of my goals this year is to become as proficient as I can with
> utilizing social networking, my IOS devices and other technology to
> the best of my ability.
> In most cases, I T  folks are not going to know as much as you will
> about the assistive technology and work-arounds for using apps like
> those from Google. They mean well, but most just don't have the
> experience,and it's up to us as blind folks to do the educating!!
>
> Elizabeth Campbell
> legal affairs/general assignments reporter (O 817-390-7696
> (c) 817-247-6862
> liz at star-telegram.com
> Twitter @fwstliz
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Journalists [mailto:journalists-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
> Ashley Bramlett
> Sent: Monday, February 10, 2014 3:37 PM
> To: Blind Professional Journalists List
> Subject: Re: [Journalists] Finding a Job
>
> hi,
> well let me know if its accessible. last I checked, google docs wasn't
> accessible.
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Elizabeth Campbell
> Sent: Monday, February 10, 2014 4:18 PM
> To: Blind Professional Journalists List
> Subject: Re: [Journalists] Finding a Job
>
> HI Ashley,
> I'm still trying to figure out if Google Plus is accessible.
> I've had varying degrees of success using the Google apps. I'll be
honest
> in that some are more accessible than others.
> For instance, I can't collaborate with my colleagues when they are
working
> with a Google doc because screen readers don't appear to support working
> online.
> I know Google has a screen reader, but I havent' tried it yet.
> Elizabeth Campbell
> legal affairs/general assignments reporter (O 817-390-7696
> (c) 817-247-6862
> liz at star-telegram.com
> Twitter @fwstliz
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Journalists [mailto:journalists-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
> Ashley Bramlett
> Sent: Monday, February 10, 2014 3:13 PM
> To: Blind Professional Journalists List
> Subject: Re: [Journalists] Finding a Job
>
> Hi,
> Oh, what is google plus? Many google products aren't accessible like
their
> documents feature, so I did not think google plus was.
> I'd like to know more about this. II' struggle with social media.
> With all the changes and budget cuts in reporting, they often hire a
> reporter and expect them to do the camera work too rather than a
dedicated
> photographer.
> My journalism and pr professors told me about the move to online
> journalism and with that the expectations to do all media: sound, video,
> and writing.
> Its tough out there!
>
> That said, I do have some ideas and will post those later. Keep looking
> for work. Good luck.
>
> Ashley
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Elizabeth Campbell
> Sent: Monday, February 10, 2014 4:06 PM
> To: Blind Professional Journalists List
> Subject: Re: [Journalists] Finding a Job
>
> HI Jordan,
> Feel free to contact me off list. My contact information is below.
> Journalism is going through incredible changes, and we are still
figuring
> out the digital landscape, so to speak.
> I am totally blind, so taking photos and shooting videos for the
> Star-Telegram where I work isn't an option. But think of other ways you
> can contribute. What about adding audio to stories? Also, become very
> proficient on Twitter, Google Plus and Facebook. I am trying to figure
out
> Google Plus as I write this, as I find the social networking tool a bit
> difficult to navigate.
>
> Best
>
> Liz
>
> Elizabeth Campbell
> legal affairs/general assignments reporter (O 817-390-7696
> (c) 817-247-6862
> liz at star-telegram.com
> Twitter @fwstliz
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Journalists [mailto:journalists-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
> Jordan Moon
> Sent: Monday, February 10, 2014 1:16 PM
> To: journalists at nfbnet.org
> Subject: [Journalists] Finding a Job
>
> Hello all!
>
>    I am legally blind and a May 2012 graduate of the Walter Cronkite
> School of Journalism and Mass Communication at Arizona State University.
I
> also received a degree in political science from ASU.
>
>   For the past year and a half, I have been trying to find jobs but I
> either don't have enough experience or they hire someone who the
employer
> feels they can count on because a lot of digital journalism is visual. I
> even tried looking for internships, but companies want to only hire
> someone who is still in school for those. I have been discouraged and
sad
> at times, willing to give up. But when the thought of giving up forms
into
> reality, it simply goes away and I proceed with my journalism ambitions.
>
>    I started a blog that showcases my writing and digital skills. It
> covers issues that the blind and deaf communities face in a way that
> doesn't advocate, but explains. The link to my blog can be found at the
> bottom of the e-mail. Although this keeps me busy, it still doesn't
> provide me with the income I need. I was wondering if anyone has any
ideas
> about the road I should travel in order to find a job?
> Or does anyone have any job leads? I am mostly in Arizona and
California,
> but I wouldn't mind working anywhere around the country.
> How can I find internships or fellowships that will hire a person who is
> legally blind and almost two years out of school? Help would be greatly
> appreciated.
>
>   Feel free to e-mail me personally. I appreciate this list and look
> forward to hearing from you all!
> Thank you and have a great week,
>       --
> Jordan Moon
>
> Editor, "The Perfect Defect"
>
> http://theperfectdefect.wordpress.com/
>
> Twitter: @theperfdefect
>
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