The Baltimore Association of Black Journalists is proud to present the annual BABJ Multimedia Bootcamp! The theme for this year’s bootcamp is “Path to the Pros” where we’ll lay the groundwork to success for students through our interactive workshops. This year we are offering four workshops: on-air performance, production, career development and content creation led by professionals hosted at Morgan State University’s School of Global Journalism.
FAQs FOR THE MULTIMEDIA BOOTCAMP
WHAT IS THE BABJ MULTIMEDIA BOOTCAMP? Free training offered to regional college students to help shape their focus for multimedia journalism as they prepare to enter the professional settings of their respective fields.
WHEN? Saturday, November 16th, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. We encourage attendees to begin arriving at 8:30 a.m.
WHERE? Morgan State University’s School of Global Journalism & Communication. The actual address to the building is 4905 Perring Parkway, Baltimore, MD 21251.
IS PARKING AVAILABLE? Yes, parking is available and free onsite. In the event the school’s parking lot is full, there is a nearby parking garage. Street parking is also an option, but Baltimore City time restrictions may vary.
WHO IS THIS EVENT FOR? Local and regional college students interested or currently majoring in multimedia journalism, communications, and production. NOTE: Students who register must participate in all sessions.
DO I HAVE TO BE A MORGAN STUDENT TO ATTEND? No, you do not have to be a Morgan State University student to attend. This is open for MSU students, along with college students throughout the region.
HOW CAN I SIGN UP? Here is the registration link for the event. For any questions, please email babjmd@gmail.com.
The bootcamp will be divided into four (4) 90-minute training sessions designed to best address the needs of students: career development, production, digital, and on-air presentation.
CAREER DEVELOPMENT
This workshop is solely about career readiness. This workshop will provide students with the best practices for building their resumes, how to prepare for job interviews, do’s and dont’s on professional attire and more.
PRODUCTION
When it comes to putting newspackages together or creating content for a digital medium, there are many elements behind the scenes that go into a story before it goes on air. The production workshop show students how properly light subjects, how to shoot for news, microphone placement and more.
CONTENT CREATION
This interactive workshop will go over best practices for gathering content for a digital medium. Students will also learn tips for audience engagement and more.
ON-AIR PRESENTATION
Students often go on camera and play reporter versus just being the reporter. In this hands-on workshop, students will receive guidance and feedback on their on-air presence, including advice on how to do stand-ups with energy and personality, tone, and cadence. Students will also get advice on appearance and best practices for creating a demo reel to get hired for on-air/digital jobs.