That Yearbook Podcast

That Yearbook Podcast | Season 1 - Episode 4: Conventions 101

Mar 26, 2024

Experienced yearbook experts share convention stories and tips, discussing the value of conventions, gaining administrator support, and creative fundraising ideas. They reflect on impactful encounters, award wins, mishaps, and adventures, emphasizing the importance of networking and learning from industry professionals. The podcast also explores maximizing educational value through administrator participation and the significance of fundraising for convention trips.

30:15

Episode guests

Sabrina Schmitz

Jim Jordan

Mike Taylor

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Quick takeaways

Attending state and national conventions offers valuable insights, networking opportunities, and inspiration for yearbook advisors and students.

Conventions provide a unique platform for advisors to network, share experiences, and establish lasting relationships within the yearbook community.

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The Importance of Attending Conventions and State Organizations

Attending state and national conventions, such as CSPA and NSPA JEA, provides valuable insights, networking opportunities, and inspiration for yearbook advisors and students. By participating in these events, attendees can learn from experienced speakers, discover innovative ideas, and connect with like-minded individuals in the field. These conventions serve as a platform for sharing resources, gaining new perspectives, and enhancing the overall yearbook program.

Introduction

3min

Understanding the Significance of State and National Yearbook Conventions

3min

Unforgettable Memories of Journalism Conventions

16min

Networking and Support at Conventions with Wall's Word Company

2min

Maximizing Educational Value Through Administrator Participation

4min

Leadership, Convention Funds, and Selling Pineapples for Transportation

2min

Those Yearbook People, Mike Taylor, CJE, Jim Jordan and Sabrina Schmitz, CJE, share convention stories and tips for yearbook programs. They discuss the value of state and national conventions, planning educational sessions for students, gaining administrator support and creative fundraising ideas to offset travel costs. This is essential listening for any adviser considering attending a journalism convention.

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