Journalism Innovation: A Discussion with Denverite Editor Dave Burdick

Join the Rocky Mountain Chapter of the Online News Association as we celebrate and support journalism innovation and creative digital media during a discussion with Denverite (https://www.denverite.com/) Editor Dave Burdick.

Burdick is a former deputy features editor at the Denver Post who now manages one of the country’s most innovative local journalism start-ups. Featured in Politico, Denverite is "part of a local news reinvestment trend with a lineage — both in funding and in thinking — that compels our attention." (http://www.politico.com/media/story/2016/05/denverite-launches-as-first-of-would-be-nationwide-digital-only-local-news-chain-004544)

If you’re a journalist, wanna-be journalist, digital innovator, newsroom manager, academic, internet enthusiast, or concerned citizen join ONA Rocky Mountains for a spring happy hour and lively discussion about the future of journalism with Dave Burdick.

Happy Hour/Networking -- 5:30pm -6pm

ONA Welcome/Discussion with Dave Burdick -- 6:00pm - 7:00pm

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The Online News Association is a leader in the rapidly changing world of journalism; a catalyst for innovation in story-telling across all platforms; a resource for journalists seeking guidance and growth, and a champion of best practices through training, awards, community outreach.

Since 1999, ONA has been at the forefront of a truly revolutionary age in digital media. The programs and services we provide help digital journalists in news organizations around the globe and across the corporate, independent and non-profit sectors adapt to the changing environment. Our mission, inspiring innovation and excellence among digital journalists to better serve the public, has never been more important.

Our leadership status is reflected in ONA’s growth. Our more than 2,250 members are the producers, content editors, news directors, technologists, reporters, bloggers, designers, data analysts, academics, students and newsroom decision-makers who are creating and refining the digital medium at breakneck speed.

Not as obvious in the data but just as critical is the spirit of ONA, which welcomes non-traditional members and fosters community, out-of-the-box thinking and excitement about the future of journalism and informed citizen engagement.

Some of the topics we will discuss:

· Journalism innovation/technology

· Data Journalism

· Digital Journalism Tools

· New Journalism Business Models

· Fake News

· Journalism Ethics