Join us for a special Career Development Series led by Betsy Rate, Director of Career Development at Berkeley Journalism. While these events are exclusively for our current students, we have opened them up to you as a newly admitted student. This series will provide key insights into navigating the journalism job market, building your professional network, and making the most of your time at Berkeley Journalism. Through a mix of workshops and discussions, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of career opportunities, industry trends, and the essential skills needed to launch a successful journalism career. Don’t miss this chance to get a head start on shaping your future!

Monday, March 3 at 12pm: Join Senior Director Marcus Riley to learn about how E.W. Scripps is reimagining what local TV news looks like. He’s doubling down on hyper-local coverage in stations across the country, eliminating anchors, adding more reporters and generally re-envisioning the look and feel of a local newscast. Zoom.

Tuesday, March 4 at 1pm: Negotiating Your Salary Daniel Shaw, from Berkeley Career Engagement, is going to talk us through how to approach salary negotiations. I heard his presentation last fall and he was so fantastic I asked if he’d reprise the talk for you. Zoom.

Monday, March 10 at 12pm: VP News Greg Burton and Director of Talent Diversity and Development Leon Tucker from Gannett, USA Today Network is paying us a visit to share the details of their organization’s programs for early-career journalists. Whee! Zoom.

Tuesday, March 18 at 1pm: Ever wondered what it’s like to work as a journalist in Alaska? According to recent-ish graduate Francisco Martinezcuello, it offers an unmatched experience for emerging reporters. Join Francisco and Rashah McChesney, owner of the Chilkat Valley News, to learn about the opportunities the state offers. Zoom.