LA Press Club Social Media Manager Lisa Niver has compiled a list of resources for those interested in helping media outlets and journalists in Ukraine. Click here to check it out!
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Journalism Job Boards/Newsletters
The journalism jobs market is constantly evolving. You should check the employment opportunities posted on the websites of media companies, which may be more useful than general job listing sites. However, the journalism community has a number of unique resources to help connect people with opportunities in the industry. Here are a few that our members have found helpful. Make sure to check for “remote” as a location, both when searching and when scanning listings. For example, some newsletters list opportunities by city/region and place all “remote” jobs at the…
See MoreStyle Guides
Style guides are a handy resource for any journalist. Many newsrooms subscribe to the Associated Press Stylebook or similar, which may be supplemented by a shorter “house style” document. Larger newsrooms may develop their own guide in-house. All evolve along with society and modern language. Expert organizations often publish their own resources that help journalists cover topics that are sensitive, technical and/or overlooked by most style books. These resources can be helpful for newsrooms to update their current style guides and for individual journalists when their house style falls short.…
See MoreOnline Harassment Toolkit
Steps to Take If You’re Facing Online Harassment What newsrooms can do It shouldn’t only be up to individual journalists facing harassment to combat it. Newsrooms have a responsibility to help protect their staff. What to do before you get doxxed More resources
See MoreLegal Hotlines and Resources for Journalists in California
This list is to assist journalists who are looking for legal help in California. The Los Angeles Press Club does NOT provide legal advice or legal services, which can only be done by a licensed member of the California Bar. Use their attorney search to verify license status and contact info or directory for a certified lawyer referral service (some can help in Spanish, Mandarin or other languages). We do not provide legal referrals, either. If not in California, contact your state or local Bar. If applicable, always consult with…
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Definition of Protected Journalist for Penal Code Section 409.7(a)
Tips for Safely Covering Protests
The following are considerations when you cover protests in California where police may declare an unlawful assembly and order people to disperse. This is not a substitute for your newsroom policies or your own research. This is not legal advice, which can only be provided by a licensed attorney. Updated January 2022. Click here to download a printable PDF version of this guide. BEFORE YOU ARRIVE Identify the law enforcement agency/agencies likely to have jurisdiction. While LAPD and LASD are the largest in our area and may provide mutual aid,…
See More2022 Board Election – Meet the Candidates!
Candidates in alphabetical order. Asterisks denote incumbents. LAPC Active Members — click here to cast your vote! Ballot closes Sunday, February 6 at 5 p.m. **Brittany Levine Beckman, Mashable Brittany Levine Beckman is Mashable’s managing editor. At Mashable, she develops new and recurring series and manages day-to-day operations. She has been on the Los Angeles Press Club board since January 2020. She is a leading member of the Press Club’s Foot in the Door Fellowship committee; the fellowship connects journalists from communities historically underrepresented in media with mentors. In her…
See MoreJavier Mendoza Joins LAPC Advisory Board
The Los Angeles Press Club is proud to welcome Javier Mendoza to its Advisory Board! “I can bring energy, creativity and business contacts that can help the Press Club build on its successful events and opportunities,” Mendoza said. His experience as an LA Press Club member dates back to his years at the Herald Examiner and Los Angeles Times. He is a recipient of several Press Club awards. Mendoza is a strategic communication and community affairs leader with more than 20 years Fortune 500 leadership experience in roles at Hotwire Communications,…
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