Below is a seminar on the ethics of social media, specifically twitter, in news coverage, presented to 16 journalists from African nations, as part of the U.S. State Department’s Edward R. Murrow Program.
Tony Silvia is an experienced, compelling, insightful teacher who presents seminars, lectures, and workshops around the U.S. including in markets like San Diego, Tampa, and Atlanta. Also available is media training for corporations and non-profit organizations, including the American Red Cross. Since 2009, he has presented seminars and workshops for the U.S. State Department to international journalists on topics from ethics to social media.
Among the general topics covered in seminars are:
- Social Media
- Multimedia Storytelling
- News Ethics
- News Producing
- Media Training
- Newsroom Diversity Issues
- Media Relations
- Crisis Communication
- Mentoring
- Motivational Topics
The complete list of current seminars and workshops can be found on the Contact page.
Using a presentation style that closely follows the “Poynter” approach to teaching, each session is interactive, conversational, and engages participants through the Socratic method of learning. Up to the minute examples and case studies are utilized to create an environment in which learners are energized and inspired.
In addition, a motivational presentation titled “Life Lessons Learned from Baseball,” a 30-45 minute talk stressing leadership qualities like team work, perseverance, and integrity is available, as well as several on baseball and radio and legendary baseball broadcasters. These presentations can be adapted and customized for corporate, academic, or general audiences. Pricing is determined by the location and size of the specific event and the type of organization (for profit/non-profit), as well as the potential for on-site book sales. I’d love to work with you, so please go to the contact page to learn more about how to bring both insight and energy to your newsroom, corporation, or organization.