News Links Industry Involvement

OTA Talent encourages our clients to join industry organizations that enrich their professional and personal development.

Feel free to explore the following industry organizations.

Society of Professional Journalists

Society of Professional Journalists

From SPJ:  

 "The Society of Professional Journalists is the nation’s most broad-based journalism organization, dedicated to encouraging the free practice of journalism and stimulating high standards of ethical behavior. Founded in 1909 as Sigma Delta Chi, SPJ promotes the free flow of information vital to a well-informed citizenry through the daily work of its nearly 10,000 members; works to inspire and educate current and future journalists through professional development; and protects First Amendment guarantees of freedom of speech and press through its advocacy efforts."

Radio Television Digital News Association

Radio Television Digital News Association

From RTDNA:

"RTDNA is the world’s largest professional organization exclusively serving the electronic news profession.  RTDNA members include local and network news executives, news directors, producers, reporters, digital news professionals, as well as educators and students.  Founded as a grassroots organization in 1946, RTDNA works to protect the rights of electronic journalists in the courts and legislatures throughout the country, promotes ethical standards in the industry, provides members with training and education and honors outstanding work in the profession."

National Association of Broadcasters

National Association of Broadcasters

From NAB:
"The National Association of Broadcasters is the voice for the nation's radio and television broadcasters. As the premier trade association for broadcasters, NAB advances the interests of our members in federal government, industry and public affairs; improves the quality and profitability of broadcasting; encourages content and technology innovation; and spotlights the important and unique ways stations serve their communities.

Investigative Reporters & Editors

Investigative Reporters & Editors

From IRE:
"Investigative Reporters and Editors, Inc. is a grassroots nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the quality of investigative reporting. IRE was formed in 1975 to create a forum in which journalists throughout the world could help each other by sharing story ideas, newsgathering techniques and news sources."

National Association of Black Journalists

National Association of Black Journalists

From NABJ:
"The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) is an organization of journalists, students and media-related professionals that provides quality programs and services to and advocates on behalf of black journalists worldwide.

Founded by 44 men and women on December 12, 1975, in Washington, D.C., NABJ is the largest organization of journalists of color in the nation."

National Association of Hispanic Journalists

National Association of Hispanic Journalists

From NAHJ:"The National Association of Hispanic Journalists (NAHJ) is dedicated to the recognition and professional advancement of Hispanics in the news industry. NAHJ has approximately 1,500 members, including working journalists, journalism students, other media-related professionals and journalism educators."

Asian American Journalists Association

Asian American Journalists Association

From AAJA:
"The Asian American Journalists Association (AAJA) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit educational and professional organization with more than 1,600 members across the United States and Asia. Since its founding, AAJA has been at the forefront of change in the journalism industry."

Indigenous Journalists Association

Indigenous Journalists Association

From IJA:
"IJA serves and empowers Indigenous journalists through programs and actions designed to enrich journalism and promote Indigenous cultures. IJA recognizes Native Americans as distinct peoples based on tradition and culture. In this spirit, IJA educates and unifies its membership through journalism programs that promote diversity and defends challenges to free press, speech and expression. IJA is committed to increasing the representation of Indigenous journalists in mainstream media. IJA encourages both mainstream and tribal media to attain the highest standards of professionalism, ethics and responsibility."

American Meteorological Society

American Meteorological Society

From AMS:
"The American Meteorological Society promotes the development and dissemination of information and education on the atmospheric and related oceanic and hydrologic sciences and the advancement of their professional applications. Founded in 1919, AMS has a membership of more than 14,000 professionals, students, and weather enthusiasts. AMS publishes eleven atmospheric and related oceanic and hydrologic journals — in print and online — sponsors more than 12 conferences annually, and offers numerous programs and services."

National Weather Association

National Weather Association

From NWA:
"The NWA is a member-led, all inclusive, 501(c)6 non-profit, professional association supporting and promoting excellence in operational meteorology and related activities since 1975. Members have many opportunities to share information, news, studies and concerns related to operational meteorology and related activities through committee work, submitting correspondence or articles to NWA publications such as the Newsletter, National Weather Digest and the online Electronic Journal of Operational Meteorology, making presentations or leading workshops at the Annual Meeting, helping to maintain and add information to the NWA Web site, and to network with great people in a wide variety of careers (from well-known senior professionals to weather enthusiasts)."

National Press Photographers Association

National Press Photographers Association

From NPPA:
"We promote the highest standards in visual journalism, and the credibility of our profession is the responsibility of every member of NPPA. Accuracy in our work, and integrity in our relationships with the public we serve, are essential qualities for all professional visual journalists. Members sign and adhere to the NPPA Code of Ethics, demonstrating to employers that they are committed to the utmost integrity. Because ethical issues can sometimes be complex, we encourage you to further explore these resources, and discuss them with your colleagues."

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