[Journalists] Finding a Job

Mon Feb 10 22:34:14 UTC 2014

I agree with Sean! And I'll have to check out Twitterrific

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 4:25 PM
To: Blind Professional Journalists List
Subject: Re: [Journalists] Finding a Job

Yes ma'am, thanks very much. I do also use the mobile facebook site when
I'm
in the studio whether that be at the station or in the studio at my home.
I
will only use the facebook app for posting status updates when I'm in the
field & do not have access to a computer at the moment. Lucky for me, our
stations have not embraced the use of google plus & it wouldn't bother me
any at all if they never did...  I used tweetlist for a period of time but

started using twitterific about this time last year & fell in love with
it.
They've gone out of their way to make & continue to make sure that it is
accessible with VoiceOver.
----- Original Message -----
From: "Elizabeth Campbell" <liz at star-telegram.com>
To: "Blind Professional Journalists List" <journalists at nfbnet.org>
Sent: Monday, February 10, 2014 17:05
Subject: Re: [Journalists] Finding a Job

> 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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