In a world where anyone can publish stories and opinion through the web, blogs, and mobile phones, a Manchester International Festival is asking “what is the future for journalism?”
Led by Steve Hewlett, a visiting professor at the University of Salford and BBC radio presenter, the event will discuss the rise of so-called ‘citizen journalism’ and whether it has the ability to render traditional media obsolete.
The panel also includes Georgina Henry, the editor of the Guardian’s ‘Comment is Free’ section; Vicky Taylor who runs the BBC’s ‘Have Your Say’ website; and broadcaster and journalist Yasmin Alibhai-Brown, a columnist for The Independent..
The rise of blogging and mobile phone video messaging has gained increasing prominence in recent times, most notably in the London 7/7 bombings and the recent Virginia Tech massacre where amateur video footage was widely shown in the international media.
The Future of Journalism event on July 5 at the John Rylands Library, Deansgate aims to discuss how traditional media will adapt to these developments.
It forms part of the Festival Futures series and has been co-commissioned by Manchester: Knowledge Capital.
Mr Hewlett, who is currently lecturing on Media, Music & Performance said: “Media organisations must adapt to the new reality of reporting so I’m delighted that we’ve been able to gather together such an influential panel to discuss this topic.
“This event will be ideal for students, journalists or any member of the public who has an interest in how they receive their news.”
Jun 28, 2007
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