NAHJ (National Association of Hispanic Journalists)’s Post

Traditional Radio’s Unique Selling proposition? Local programming Pro & Con The Pros The local focus of radio indeed plays a crucial role, especially in the face of growing competition from digital media. Let’s delve into why this is true: Community Connection and Relevance: Local radio stations have deep roots within their communities. They serve as a vital link, providing information, entertainment, and a sense of belonging. By focusing on local news, events, and issues, radio stations create a personal connection with their audience. Listeners feel that the station understands their unique context and concerns. Hyper-Local Content: Radio’s strength lies in its ability to deliver hyper-local content. It covers neighborhood happenings, school events, local politics, and small businesses. Unlike digital platforms, which often cater to broader audiences, radio stations can tailor their programming to specific neighborhoods or towns. Immediate and Timely Updates: When a local emergency occurs—be it a natural disaster, traffic accident, or community event—radio is there to provide real-time updates. Digital media may offer global news, but local radio excels in delivering urgent, localized information that impacts people’s lives directly. Human Connection and Trust: Radio personalities become familiar voices in listeners’ lives. Their authenticity and relatability build trust. Read the entire article here: https://shorturl.at/hyJL8

NAHJ Career Center New Job President and CEO: Rochester, New York Sally M. Sterling Executive Search About WXXI:  For more than six decades, WXXI has been the foundational educational resource for children and adults in Greater Rochester. It serves eleven surrounding counties, is the region’s most trusted media partner and independent cinema, and serves the community using a wide range of programming and engagement activities. As a PBS and NPR partner and owner/operator of CITY Magazine and The Little Theatre, WXXI brings a variety of media and culture to the Western New York area. For more information, please visit About WXXI. About the Opportunity: One of the leading public media organizations in the country and a cornerstone of the Rochester community, WXXI is launching the search for a new President and CEO to succeed Norm Silverstein who will be retiring after 28 years of distinguished service. This is clearly a significant inflection point for the organization as it seeks to recruit a leader to succeed a long-tenured, highly regarded, and successful leader. Please refer to Norm Silverstein’s retirement announcement here. The next CEO will have the opportunity to lead, along with the Board of Trustees and staff, the next transformative phase of WXXI’s work as it navigates the fast-changing media landscape. The new CEO will be innovating and driving outcomes during a time of economic uncertainty, ensuring WXXI’s relevance and deepening community impact. Post-pandemic challenges will offer opportunities to reimagine WXXI's role, leveraging modern technologies and media trends while upholding core values of community service, respect, dedication to learning, innovation, diversity, and accountability. As WXXI seeks to expand the myriad of ways in which the organization engages Rochester and the Finger Lakes region, the new President and CEO will provide a solid bedrock of visionary leadership that builds on WXXI’s 66-year legacy and will ensure that WXXI stays at the forefront of public media regionally and nationally. Of particular note, WXXI owns and operates CITY, a monthly magazine, and The Little Theatre, a film and arts venue, which presents a unique combination of assets. This leader will endeavor to continue programming excellence, lead the development of existing and emerging digital platforms, spearhead robust fundraising and development initiatives, and maintain fiscally sound and thoughtfully led operations. Reporting to the Board of Trustees, the CEO leads, directs, and coordinates the activities of the organization in accordance with policies, goals, and objectives established by the Board and articulated through WXXI’s mission, vision, values, and strategic plan. This person will oversee an operating budget of $16.66 million, a staff of 154 full and part-time employees, and an endowment of $12.054 million. The… See more jobs at www.nahjcareers.org #MoreLatinosinNews

Statement from the National Campus and Community Radio Association (NCRA/ANREC) Re: Defunding of CHUO-FM We at the National Campus and Community Radio Association (NCRA/ANREC) are deeply disheartened by the recent development surrounding CHUO-FM, in which 7.7% of the undergraduate student body decided to withdraw their support for Canada's first bilingual licensed independent radio station. This follows a hastily arranged defunding campaign motivated by a member of the University of Ottawa Student Union Board. This incident underscores the fragile state of our current media and news landscape. Campus radio stations have always been pivotal in delivering news, information, and programming tailored specifically for on-campus and off-campus audiences. Since 1975, CHUO-FM has played a unique role in the community of providing bilingual programming and content for underrepresented communities. These stations stand as symbols of a local voice, championing regional stories and connecting communities in ways mainstream channels often cannot. They have been a beacon of diversity, ensuring that voices from all backgrounds are heard, celebrated, and recognized. With widespread reduction in access to reliable news, exacerbated by recent actions like Meta's blocking of not-for-profit stations on social media, the value of local information is under siege from multiple directions. We stand in solidarity with CHUO and all community and campus radio stations. We urge stakeholders, students, and communities to recognize and support the significant contributions of these institutions. The defunding of even one station is a blow to the rich tapestry of local content that binds our communities. In these challenging times, let us be reminded of the power and necessity of local news and the role campus stations play in preserving and amplifying it. Let us unite to strengthen, not weaken, the platforms that genuinely give voice to the voiceless. The NCRA/ANREC Board of Directors & Staff

Confessions of a Higher Education Professional/ Kpop fan. I'm a Higher Education professional, and I'm also a K-pop fan. I know what you're thinking: "How can she be so serious and responsible at work, and then go home and fangirl over K-pop idols?" The truth is, there's no contradiction between the two. Being a K-pop fan actually makes me a better employee. Here are a few reasons why: K-pop teaches me to be hardworking and dedicated. My favorite K-pop idols train for years before they debut, and they continue to work hard every day to maintain their success. This inspires me to put my all into my work, even when it's challenging. K-pop helps me to be more creative and innovative. K-pop artists are constantly pushing the boundaries of what's possible in music, fashion, and dance. This inspires me to think outside the box and come up with new and innovative ideas at work. K-pop gives me a sense of community. I'm part of a global network of K-pop fans who support each other and cheer each other on. This sense of community helps me to feel connected to others, even when I'm working long hours or feeling stressed. Kpop connects me to my students. I can't tell you how many engaging conversations I've had while conducting conduct meetings or room inspections that navigate themselves back to Kpop. It breaks down walls with my students and helps build trust. It shows that we share passion and already have a common ground. I'm not ashamed to be a K-pop fan. In fact, I think it's one of the things that makes me unique and special. It's a part of who I am, and it's something that I'm proud of. If you work on Higher Ed and are also a K-pop fan, be proud of it! There's no shame in having a passion for music. And who knows, you might even find that your K-pop fandom makes you a better professional. #highereducation #studentaffairs #kpop #music

Inspired by the excellent teacher’s I had at school I went to university with ambitions of becoming a primary school maths teacher. It wasn’t to be but fast forward a few years, and now, with three kids in school the three R’s (Reading, Writing, and Arithmetic) are still the holy trinity of the homework sessions. In the world of brands and in-store music, we've got our own three R’s to ensure the perfect customer and colleague experience every time. Right Volume: It’s a delicate balance – music that’s noticed but doesn’t steal the show (unless, of course, the brief says so). We're like architects of sound, crafting and installing systems tailored to store layouts and functions to ensure the volume suits the setting. Regionality: Embracing the diversity of accents, preferences, and sensitivities globally is a huge part of what our music team does. The team handpick profiles for brands curating a sonic experience that resonates with each unique location. Repetition: Ever hear the same track on repeat at the same time each day?  It’s maddening. Our software is like a guardian against musical monotony, with filters to keep each day fresh and the tunes engaging. Plus, we've got dayparting down to a science, matching the energy of the store with the right tempo of music. So, if your current music programming needs a back-to-basics review, get in touch…it’s as easy as ABC!

There are SO many misconceptions about the field of teaching! Let's dive in!🏊🏼♀️ "All you do is teach the curriculum." "You only work ten months out the year." Outside of teaching our curriculum, we have SO many other duties. Some of these duties extend into summers and evenings. But more importantly, they make teachers some of the most versatile professionals in the workforce! As teachers, we are *also* responsible for.... 1. Marketing, Communications, and PR: We communicate with parents, other teachers, administration, and our school community. We create agendas for the day/week/month. We create print graphics to make our classroom engaging and conducive to learning. I have a personal classroom brand from colors to expectations to ideals. My students always know what to expect because of how I branded myself as a teacher. ✨ 2. Record Keeping: IEPs, 504 plans, behavior plans, conduct, grades.. just to name a few! 📑 3. Event Planning: As music teachers, we plan all aspects of our concerts like organizing the students, programming music, accompanists, other instruments, audience seating, decorations, lighting, mics, speeches, tickets, etc. 🎬 4. Accounting: This one surprises a lot of people. I have multiple accounts for my Pre-K - 5th grade programs. We are responsible for class fees, honor choir fees, tracking receipts, withdrawals, purchase orders, etc. While each school has their own accountant, teachers keep their accounts in order and fill out SO much paperwork to make it happen 🧮 5. Tying shoes I have to inclue this one because aside from teaching, we build relationships. We can't be afraid to get on our students' level, practice empathy daily, and take ownership for our actions. Kids are people too, just a little smaller! And it's our job to treat them as our equals 👟 #LinkedInTeacher #TransferrableSkills #TeachingMisconseptions #LinkedInSinger

I acknowledge and somewhat concede Rafat Ali 's swipe at TV anchors, but I would also humbly offer that not all of us are interested solely in self promotion at the expense of the panel. But, as a person who has moderated more panels than the average bear, I agree entirely with every other point. The fact is that panels are conceived to give the illusion that important topics are being considered, but in practice their purpose is, mostly, to pad out the agenda and to give face time to sponsor companies and personnel. This is how the panel creation process usually goes: 1) The event organiser/marketing head chooses a generic, catch-all topic based on an article they recently read or an issue that came up in the bar last night. 2) Panelists are chosen according to the following criteria, in descending order: - Is the person famous? - Is the person a friend/helpful to my own career? - Is the person one of the sponsors? - Might the person sponsor next year's event? - does the person know anything about the topic? 3) When a panel member drops out late stage, (and there's almost always one) the selection process is radically simplified: anybody who can fill the seat at short notice. On a less cynical note, and having said all of that, I still think a panel discussion can have value, and can be a really valuable format for communication and knowledge sharing. It just needs to be structured correctly. - The topic must be focused and relevant, preferably chosen by an expert in the topic area. - The headline must be provocative, preferably asking an important question. - The panel should consist of two, maximum three people. - Ideally the panelists should be from different industries/disciplines, but be able to examine the topic question in the context of their own work. - Panelists and moderator need to get on a call before the event and get familiar with each other and with the desired topic flow. BUT, and this is crucial, no marketing or PR people can be allowed to join that call. In short, unless everyone on the panel is committed to actually engaging with the issue rather than simply being a company spokesperson, then everyone's time is wasted. (and by the way, this last principle applies equally to keynote speakers and fireside chats.) It ain't easy, but it's possible.

📚 Programs at any library, whether public, academic, special, or school are considered a core service. Every library strategic plan includes some language pledging to provide programming to fill a gap in the needs of the community. In my work at NoveList, the amount and variety of programs I’ve seen promoted each year is astounding. 😮 There is something for everyone. So why do libraries struggle so much trying to get people to attend these programs? Here’s what I’ve learned. (Link in comments)