Photography is the theme of the 22nd annual Media Day at 8 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Monday, March 5. Most events will be held on the second floor of the University Center and some will be on the third floor of the Fine Arts Building.
“Professor Byron Evers started Media Day because he wanted to give back to CMU and high schools in western Colorado,” Mass Communication Associate Professor Dan Flenniken said. “Media Day is not a national event, but there are some colleges and universities that have something similar.”
All CMU and area high school students can compete in the photography contest during Media Day. Photos must be family-friendly and between the dimensions of 5×7 and 24×36. Participants register for the contest the morning of the event. Awards from Snap Photo and Gene Taylor’s will be given to the winners. Students must pick up their photos after the 2 p.m. ceremony.
Mass Communication graduate Waylon Ron Jordan will present archival footage from the 1930-70s by his grandfather, former Daily Sentinel Photography Editor Bob Grant.
Mass Communication Lecturer Stevan Maxwell and local nonprofit homeless shelter HomewardBound will work to break stereotypes of the homeless through a joint multimedia exhibit.
Registration begins at 7 a.m. Tours of the Mass Communication Department and student media will be held throughout the day.
The keynote speaker, Casey Cass, is a former photo editor for “The Criterion.” His works have been featured in national publications, including “USA Today” and “The New York Times.” His multi-media presentation focuses on technological advances in photojournalism.
There will also be speakers and workshops throughout the day covering emerging media, social media, advertising, radio and a panel discussion by the newly established Society of Professional Journalists chapter. There will also be panels moderated by student media leaders.
Professor Evers has seen Media Day grow substantially since it started in 1990.
“Media Day is what it is today because of the combined effort of students, staff and professionals,” Evers said. “I appreciate all the hard work.”
To find out more about Media Day, email Flenniken at dflennik@coloradomesa.edu or stop by the second floor of University Center during the event. There will be several students and faculty members available to answer questions.
See the full schedule below:
7 a.m.-8:30 a.m.
Registration on the second floor of the University Center
8 a.m.
Photo display by former Daily Sentinel Photo Editor Bob Grant, presented by his grandson Waylon Ron Jordan.
8 a.m.-10 a.m.
Fine Arts Room 308: “Photoshop and editing workshop”
9 a.m.
Room 222: “So you want to be a photographer?” – This session addresses how to get started as a photographer, common mistakes made when starting a photography business and more.
Room 221: “Make your words count.” – How to write a compelling narrative and writing techniques that actually work. Presented by Daily Sentinel feature writer Rachel Sauer and Professor Eric Sandstrom.
West Ballroom: “TV news: Your new media career.” – KREX News Director Jorma Duran describes what it’s like working in television, using social media, how to keep in contact with station viewers and more.
10 a.m.
South Ballroom: “The Media Eye: Digital Futures.” – Keynote speaker Casey Cass focuses on technological advances impacting photojournalism.
11 a.m.
East Ballroom: “A new approach to local commercial media.” – The regional manager for Buzztown.com discusses how BuzzTown uses social media, online marketing and citizen journalists to create a new channel for local news and information.
West Ballroom: “When great photos make bad news.” – Discussing ethical and legal arguments regarding three photographs that stirred controversy and outrage in the news. Former prosecuting attorney Carroll Multz, Professor Eric Sandstrom and Colorado Press Association Director Sam Johnston will present.
Room 221: “Dynamic advertising sales.” – Pendant Publishing (The Student Super-Saver and The Beacon) owner and publisher Kevin VanGundy guides you through the steps for a successful advertising sales program.
Room 222: “Opinions and blogs: From print to podcasts.” – Rick Wagner, Bill Grant and two columnists from “The Criterion” discuss use of emerging media.
11:50 a.m.-12:15 p.m. – Lunch
12:15 p.m.
Room 221: “College media managers panel.” – Learn how to jump start your career in media. Student media leaders will clue you in.
Room 225: “Editors and advisors meeting.” – Learn about regional happenings with the Colorado High School Newspaper Association.
Fine Arts Room 308: “Photoshop and editing workshop”
1 p.m.
Room 222: “Music radio personalities and emerging media.” – Local on-air personalities provide insight about using emerging media to connect with their audiences.
West Ballroom: “Put sunshine in your government.” – SPJ discuss laws requiring local, state and federal governments to operate in the public eye.
2 p.m. – Media Day Awards
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