There is a good analysis of the future of video-based journalism in The Digital Journalist that raises a number of good points. A few of the topics we thought were most interesting were:
OMNI-SKILLED vs. SPECIALIST DEBATE.
We feel that it’s best, for individuals and staffs, to be thoroughly trained in shooting, editing and producing video – so they understand the medium’s strengths and weaknesses – but ultimately there will be plenty of room for those who shine solely as shooters or editors or producers.
FREELANCE VJs / ENTREPRENEURS.
To succeed in this arena, you’ll need to build your online portfolio of self-assigned pieces to use as work samples, and then become savvy at generating and pitching irresistible story ideas to appropriate outlets.
LONGER VIDEO STORIES.
Just as we’ve read terrific five-paragraph items AND 5,000-word New Yorker exposes, we’ve seen great minute-long videos AND great hour-long videos.
There is a lot of thought-provoking material there – check it out at The Future of Videojournalism – The Digital Journalist
