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…
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Style 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.…
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Steps to Take If You’re Facing Online Harassment Make your social media accounts private. Here’s how to do that for Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok. Disable location tracking on all social media accounts and other apps. This overview for iPhone and Android can help. Report online harassment to social media platforms. PEN America has a resource with links to each major platform’s reporting page. Document your online harassment. PEN America has a guide on what to record and how. You can also set up a Google Alert for your…
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)
Los Angeles Press Club’s 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,…
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