President Garrey Carruthers (see his response below) The Society of Professional Journalists Río Grande Chapter is alarmed and disappointed by the efforts of New Mexico State University administrators to weaken the Inspection of Public Records Act (IPRA). Draft changes circulated by university leaders would significantly limit the public’s access to Read more
On January 20, Mayor Richard Berry called a news conference to discuss the selection of an independent monitor to oversee reform at the Albuquerque Police Department. City staff sent an announcement to various news outlets, including New Mexico Political Report. That news organization sent Margaret Wright, an established local journalist, Read more
The Rio Grande Sun, an 11,000 paid circulation weekly newspaper in Northern New Mexico, seeks an energetic city reporter who shudders at meetings but will look behind the curtain. In March 2014 one city council race was decided by a coin toss. One of the contestants was charged with child Read more
Society of Professional Journalists Rio Grande Chapter board meeting January 10, 2015 Present: Andy Lyman, Michael Marcotte, Rachel Sams, Marisa Demarco, Russ Contreras, Joey Peters, Megan Kamerick, Andrew Oxford Absent: Jeff Proctor, Elva Österriech, Matt Grubbs Membership report from Rachel • The chapter gained 11 members in 2014, an increase Read more
KOB TV in Albuquerque is hiring a video editor. Qualifications include one year of experience editing videotape for daily newscasts or related field. Must have proficient knowledge of Beta SX editing equipment. Final Cut Pro (V.7) and some AVIDexperience is helpful. Strong understanding of television news and production. Some prior shooting experience as a photographer helpful. Must Read more
KOB TV in Albuquerque is hiring a master control operator. Qualifications include at least one year of experience in broadcast Master Control or strong proficiency with technical systems. Working knowledge of a wide variety of audio and video equipment. Knowledge of FCC requirements in a broadcast facility. Ability to handle Read more