Breakout Sessions

Stadium Announcing

Stadium and arena public address announcing involves a combination of skills that are unique in the business.  One-part public speaking, one-part performance, and one part sports fan, it adds up to a position that when done best, is hardly noticed!  Find out how professional PA announcers from New York area venues broke into the business, practice their craft, prepare for games, and deal with the unexpected. - PRESENTED IN BRESLIN HALL ROOM 100

The Art of the Interview

This workshop will give tips and tricks for getting the most out of every interview.  From building a rapport with your interview subject to the questions you should never ask, and the one you always should,  this session will focus on getting great soundbites from your subjects.

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Music Mix, new audio concepts

The art of music production and recording has changed drastically in the last twenty years, especially when applied to live broadcast environments. Today, the line between broadcast audio production and music technology has never been closer, especially as both fields converge on similar styles and platforms. This workshop will provide an overview of some of these concepts and provide students with a general idea of how this process works. 

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College Media – Experience That Matters

A panel of current Hofstra students talk about getting the most out of opportunities in campus TV, Radio, and other media clubs and organizations.

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What it's like working in Media - Early Career Tips

A panel of recent Hofstra grads now working in media talk about the early career landscape, and share advice on being successful as a young professional.

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Info Session for Teachers on Media Offerings at Hofstra

Teachers are invited to join Herbert School Dean Mark Lukasiewicz along with Hofstra faculty members and two 2024 graduates to learn more about the school’s programs and degree offerings. Light refreshments will be served.

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TV & The Community

Explore how to produce Public affairs content that amplifies underrepresented voices.

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Finding and Working an Investigation.

This workshop will help students who want to conduct thorough and impactful investigations about issues going on in their communities. Students will learn about how to file a freedom of information request, how to find investigative stories and how to conduct investigative interviews.

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The Value of Mentorship

In the competitive landscape of broadcast television, it helps to have a “bud in the biz” to provide guidance and lend expertise ahead of and during the search for the right career and career opportunities.

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Multiplatform Media Mania!

From digital to streaming to podcasting, learn how to pitch and create content that can thrive across various platforms. Learn from the producers of Eyewitness News programs such as true-crime series Missing and Localish’s GlamLab.

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Crafting a Story Across Platforms

In the ever-evolving landscape of multimedia, reporters must wear many

hats: writer, video producer, social media expert. This session will show the translation

of a story to different platforms — how to take a lengthy feature and bring it to life

for broadcast, or turn it into a bite-sized TikTok or Reel.

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Session with News 12 Reporter, Caroline Flynn

Students will come away from this workshop with a better understanding of how to engage with a viewer while on camera. They'll learn techniques for delivering a successful standup and tips for behind the anchor desk.

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The News Photog's Toolkit: Essential Tips & Tricks for Capturing the Story (Without Getting Stuck)

- Avoiding a "perspective" while keeping things interesting

- Essential shot types for smooth editing

- "Get out of jail free" cutaways

- Visual tricks to save time in tracking

- Mythbusting and getting with the times

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Session with News 12 Reporter, Antionette Biordi

Students will come away from this workshop with a better understanding of how to engage with a viewer while on camera. They'll learn techniques for delivering a successful standup and tips for behind the anchor desk.

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Broadcasting Live Sports in a HS today 

Learn the basics to get your high school sports production off the ground and to the next level.  Focusing primarily on preparation and touching on some of the technical specifications, this session will get you ready to produce professional level sports coverage out of your high school gym.

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How to Find a Story

In this workshop, explore the art of storytelling within your own school or community. Learn how to uncover unique narratives and create impactful video content that connects with your audience.

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Student Led Session: Broadcast Leadership
Students will share how to lead a student-run school broadcast organization. 

Student Led Session: 10 Editing Tips You Need to Know

(no matter the platform) to make your report that much better.

This will be a slides-based presentation, where students  will provide some tips

and take-aways for editors.

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Student Led Session: Talent symposium 

Students will share how to improve their standups and anchor spots

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