mobile-journalism – Channels Academy

Mobile Journalism

Our Mobile Journalism Training (MoJo) empowers participants to harness the power of their smartphones as complete storytelling tools. In today’s fast-paced digital world, mobile devices are no longer just for communication—they are powerful tools for capturing, editing, and publishing professional-quality stories anytime, anywhere.

This training introduces participants to the essentials of mobile reporting, including shooting high-quality video and photos, recording clear audio, live streaming, mobile editing, and using apps designed for professional content creation. Learners will also explore storytelling techniques tailored for digital and social media platforms, ensuring content is engaging, credible, and impactful.

Whether you are a journalist, content creator, social media manager, or entrepreneur, this program equips you with the practical skills to produce compelling stories quickly and cost-effectively, using nothing more than your mobile device.

Who can apply?

This training is designed for anyone who wants to harness the power of a smartphone as a complete storytelling tool, including:

Journalists and reporters seeking fast, flexible, and cost-effective ways to cover stories.
Students of mass communication and journalism looking to gain modern, industry-relevant skills.
Content creators, vloggers, and influencers eager to produce high-quality mobile content.
Social media managers and digital marketers aiming to boost engagement through mobile-first storytelling.
NGO and development communicators who want to document field activities quickly and effectively.
Entrepreneurs and business owners looking to showcase products or services creatively.
Anyone passionate about digital storytelling who wants to create professional-quality content with just a smartphone

What you'll learn

Participants will acquire practical, hands-on skills in:

Mobile storytelling techniques tailored for news, features, and social media.
Shooting high-quality videos and photos using a smartphone.
Recording clear audio and using affordable accessories for professional sound.
Mobile editing apps and workflows to produce polished content on the go.

Live streaming and real-time reporting for breaking news and events.
Content optimisation for platforms like YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter/X.
Ethical considerations and credibility in mobile journalism.
Strategies to monetise and distribute content effectively through mobile platforms.

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