This week I attended the Brisbane Media Pass Student Day held by the Walkley Foundation. There were a number of panelists who spoke about the best ways to succeed in journalism from getting a job, to working as a freelancer.
A popular topic on the day was social networking, which was brought up by both panelists and students.
While some journalists were positive about the benefits of utilising Twitter as part of a journalism career, others were skeptical and didn't see an advantage.
Patrick Lion, a young award winning journalist and writer for the Courier Mail, said
"I don't think any journalist relies on Twitter to break stories. It's a good contact point to use, it's a good way to promote your brand".
While caricature artist Joanne Brooker added that "Twitter is the greatest thing".
Another panelist Lauren Day had practical advice for students,
"One thing to be wary of is the way you use those accounts now, delete anything that is incriminating".
She said that employers will definitely check and monitor potential employee's social networking accounts and also recommended that journalists consider operating two versions of their social networking accounts, such as Facebook. One version for personal use and one solely for professional networking and profession.
The Student Day was extremely interesting and it was great to get some practical advice from professional journalists. In regards to online journalism it was great to hear journalist's real opinions on the use of social networking. Once again all signs are saying that it is here to stay.
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