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The spectre of streaming: 7 issues to consider before going live from your phone

Sometimes choosing not to go live can be the best option

Posted by Catalina Albeanu on 29/04/16

How mobile journalism is rising in popularity with journalists around the world

Speaking at MoJoCon in Ireland today, pioneers of mobile journalism discussed their experiences innovating in this field, and gave advice to those looking to get started

Posted by Caroline Scott on 29/04/16

App for journalists: Lightt, for filming and editing mobile video

Shoot, edit and share videos on the go with this free app

Posted by Caroline Scott on 25/04/16

Two BBC local radio stations experiment with 24 hours of mobile journalism

Reporters at BBC Surrey and BBC Sussex used 24 hours of live coverage of the patch to improve their skills in mobile journalism

Posted by Caroline Scott on 22/04/16

Tip: Check out this mobile storytelling advice from #mojo experts

Mobile journalists and trainers recommend essential apps and kit to help you make the most of your phone

Posted by Catalina Albeanu on 19/04/16

Verifeye Media news agency launches camera app for freelancers and eyewitnesses

Videos filmed through the free app are verified at the point of creation, and news outlets can license content on a pay-per-story basis

Posted by Catalina Albeanu on 08/03/16

Tip: Here's what you can do to extend your smartphone's battery life

Do you charge your phone more than once a day? Check out these eight tips for making the most of your device's battery

Posted by Mădălina Ciobanu on 25/02/16

Game changer? Android phones now have more mobile journalism apps

With many previously iOS-only mojo staples now on Android, what are the opportunities for mobile reporters on the platform?

Posted by Catalina Albeanu on 26/01/16

Tip: Take note of these essential mobile journalism apps for Android

Get up to speed with Bernhard Lill's list of mojo necessities

Posted by Caroline Scott on 23/12/15

Mobile reporting has great potential, but where are the journalists?

A plea for mobile journalism, by Nicolas Becquet, head of digital platforms, L'Echo

Posted by Nicolas Becquet on 21/12/15

Why Periscope's latest updates may be useful for newsgathering

The live broadcasting app has now introduced a 'skip ahead' feature and will host replays on its global map

Posted by Caroline Scott on 13/11/15

Tip: Learn how to take better photos with your mobile device

Improve your photography skills with these useful recommendations

Posted by Jonas Redemann on 10/11/15

Inside Mojo Challenge, the competition teaching mobile video skills

A look at this year's competition, where 20 journalists took on a news production challenge in Budapest

Posted by Caroline Scott on 16/10/15

App for journalists: Live in Five, for streaming live video to YouTube

Turn your smartphone into a live broadcasting device with this free app

Posted by Caroline Scott on 08/10/15

How to tweet about your Periscope livestreams with a screenshot

The livestreaming app's new feature enables journalists to quickly share their broadcasts online in a more visual way

Posted by Caroline Scott on 28/09/15

Covering the refugee crisis on Snapchat and Periscope as 'a day-by-day documentary'

The BBC, Bild and TIME have been using Snapchat and Periscope to broadcast raw, unedited footage of their travels with refugees during their journey through Europe

Posted by Caroline Scott on 22/09/15

Reporting on the refugee crisis for the mobile generation

This week we look at how news organisations are reporting on international news, using Periscope and Snapchat

Posted by Caroline Scott on 18/09/15

App for journalists: iGrab, for multimedia reporting

If you need a space to file your multimedia content or piece it together into stories, check out this free app

Posted by Catalina Albeanu on 15/09/15

Finding the 'winning formula': Mobile journalism in South Africa

Journalist Chelsea Geach explains the process of building mobile journalism teams at Independent Media, one of South Africa’s major print media production companies

Posted by Caroline Scott on 08/09/15

Tip: Remember this advice for better mobile journalism

From weighting the camera to balancing traditional and mobile photography skills, here are some tips worth noting

Posted by Alastair Reid on 12/08/15

Making news videos just for mobile and on-demand viewing

Speakers from Reuters TV and Finland's ISTV shared their advice at last week's news:rewired digital journalism conference

Posted by Ben Jackson on 20/07/15

15 innovative iOS photography apps for journalists

From shooting and editing to special effects such as 360 panoramas and 3D images, these iPhoneography apps will give your pictures a professional edge

Posted by Abigail Edge on 13/07/15

Tip: Check out this advice for great smartphone photos

Bookmark this list of tips to take better photos with your mobile phone

Posted by Catalina Albeanu on 29/06/15

How livestreaming apps fit in the newsroom

Periscope and Meerkat have introduced a new format, allowing viewers to interact with broadcasters during the stream

Posted by Catalina Albeanu on 19/06/15

How to get started in television news

Experts from Sky News, the BBC and City University London share their advice

Posted by Alastair Reid on 29/05/15

Tip: Check out this guide to video apps

Choose the right app for your mobile video needs with this handy professional guide

Posted by Catalina Albeanu on 27/05/15

Mobile journalism kit advice from RTÉ's Glen Mulcahy

In an Ask Me Anything livestreamed on Periscope, RTÉ's Glen Mulcahy shared tips and advice for mobile journalists

Posted by Abigail Edge on 13/05/15

Reporting the Nepal earthquake with little more than an iPhone

'You can't be in a position where your kit is determining whether or not you can get on the air," says Radio 5 Live reporter Nick Garnett

Posted by Catalina Albeanu on 07/05/15

How 7News hopes to livestream video to reach new audiences

Phil Tenser of 7News explains how the Colorado-based TV station is using livestreaming to engage online audiences and cover the trial of one of America's largest mass shootings

Posted by Abigail Edge on 27/04/15

Why vertical video is becoming harder to ignore

If your videos have a mobile audience, it might be time to go vertical.

Posted by Catalina Albeanu on 17/04/15

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