Mobile Journalism
Workshop for VOA affiliates in cote d'Ivoire
USAGM offered a comprehensive session blending theoretical knowledge with practical exercises to empower participants with essential skills in mobile journalism (MoJo). The focus was on leveraging tools and apps necessary for creating video and audio content directly from smartphones, covering recording, editing, and publishing. The course aimed to acquaint participants with the intricacies of mobile journalism, presenting a spectrum of tools and techniques for top-tier multimedia production on mobile devices. Notable tools included “VN video editor,” “InShot,” “CapCut,” “Canva,” “VistaCreate,” “Visualization video maker,” and “Spotify for podcasters,” among others. The sessions were dynamic and interactive, with trainers actively involving participants in discussions around captivating topics and stories.