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It's All Journalism

How digital video is becoming the go-to platform for delivering local news

Aug 1, 2024
Fran Wills, the CEO of the Local Media Consortium, highlights the transformative role of digital video in local news delivery. She discusses how platforms like YouTube and TikTok are reshaping audience behaviors, pushing newsrooms to explore video storytelling for revenue generation. The conversation delves into ethical challenges related to social media influencers and the necessity for digital partnerships. Wills emphasizes that video has shifted from a supplementary tool to a central element in news, driving engagement and financial growth.
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  • Traditional newsrooms are increasingly embracing video content to adapt to changing audience preferences and enhance revenue streams.
  • Collaborations with digital partners enable local media to improve video production quality while navigating the influencer-driven landscape of modern journalism.

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The Shift to Digital Video in Journalism

With the growing popularity of digital platforms like YouTube and TikTok, traditional newsrooms are increasingly focusing on video content creation and distribution to stay relevant and capture advertising revenue. News organizations are recognizing the potential of video not only as a medium for delivering news but also as a tool for audience engagement and monetization. For instance, various media outlets, such as newspapers and radio stations, are investing in video production studios to enhance their digital presence and connect with audiences on platforms where they are spending more time. This transformation signals a significant shift in how news is consumed and highlights video’s crucial role in the future of journalism.

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