Gender & multiplatform journalism.

Today was so much fun! I hadn't really had much experience learning multimedia before, and my prior work was limited to personal projects, so learning in a professional setting was awesome! One of the speakers, Victoria Lim, reporter/anchor for the Bright House Sports Network, taught us so many things about multiplatform journalism. She not only does long television features, but writes for the Tampa Tribune and its online site. All three platforms have different content, and it was really cool to learn and think about the different types of content that can go on each. We talked about the tools necessary for a one-man band, and how with a Flip cam, a smartphone, and a laptop, anything is possible! After the talk, I asked her about her experience as an Asian female sports journalist--the first one I had ever met--and any advice she has for post-game interviews. It was great hearing from another female journalist who was not only experienced in the field, but had done investigative reporting and was a veteran in different platforms. She gave some valuable advice, and it's great to have her as another mentor. I'm so glad I'm here--I've been learning a lot! And just having some off-time (minimal, for sure) to hang out with the other students has been awesome. Their passion for sports exudes in everything they do/say, and I love it!