Writing for the Ear – Session 1
OnlineDifferences between digital and audio: We’ll discuss how the two formats differ and what that means for the way we write scripts. We’ll go over pacing, grammar and syntax and
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Writing for the Ear Session 2
OnlineStory structure and storytelling devices: During this session, we’ll go through the narrative arc of an audio story, from intro to ending. We’ll talk about how to draw listeners into
Nexus Q&A
OnlineGot questions on how to use Nexus? Register for Q&A to meet with a trainer to be shown how to navigate the platform. *Pre-registration is required. If there are no
Seamus
Seamus is another NPR content management system. It is the publishing tool for all things digital (including pages on NPR.org, podcasts, NPR One, etc.). In this session, you will learn to
MTE (Multi-Track Editor)
OnlineMTE is NPR’s in-house audio editor. In this session for NPR staff, you will learn the basics of how to listen, edit and produce content for air. This is an
Research, Archives & Data Strategy (RAD)
OnlineFind out how you can best partner with NPR RAD information specialists. You’ll also learn more about how to navigate the information resources available to you.
Grove Live Blog
OnlineThis session will teach you how to create and publish live blogs and posts in the Grove CMS. NPR EMPLOYEES ONLY — this is not available to stations.
Photo Rights
OnlineThis session focuses on best practices for sourcing and selecting images for NPR.org and social media channels. It covers ethics, rights, general aesthetics and other guidelines.
SANDI Data Dashboard
OnlineIn this session, you will learn how to use the analytics dashboard tools to look up digital and listening metrics, plus gain insights on how audiences are engaging with content
Seamus
Seamus is another NPR content management system. It is the publishing tool for all things digital (including pages on NPR.org, podcasts, NPR One, etc.). In this session, you will learn to
MTE (Multi-Track Editor)
OnlineMTE is NPR’s in-house audio editor. In this session for NPR staff, you will learn the basics of how to listen, edit and produce content for air. This is an
Searching Public Records
OnlineJoin a RAD team trainer to learn how to use TLOxp to find contact and other information about individuals.
Headlines and SEO
OnlineLearn to write headlines readers will click and Google will surface! This session includes: Considerations when writing a page-level and social headline; Dos and don’ts (and the reasoning behind them);