I have recently accepted a job as Online Director of the Pine Bluff Commercial, owned by the Stephens Media Group. It's a grand experiment and I'd love to get feedback from those still in the news business -- and those who aren't.
If you were to build a news operation from scratch, published only digitally, what would be the top three things you'd want on it -- that you would pay for? Think local local when considering this challenge.
Also, think of the news Web sites you check regularly: what annoys you? ... And what have you gotten in the habit of looking for daily (a particular blog, maybe? Traffic update, etc.) -- and why?
Much appreciate these and any other feedback/thoughts you are willing to share on how you use news Web sites!
I wanted to extend an offer to any alumni that is interested in their own blog. If you are, we would be more than happy to host it here on BG Views. Just post a reply here and I can get you setup.
Ken
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