SPJ Phoenix

12/22/2024

Very best wishes for a joyful holiday season and a happy and prosperous 2025 from your friends at the Valley of the Sun (Phoenix) chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists! And please don't forget to visit our redesigned chapter website, phoenixspj(dot)org!
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12/10/2024

Media job seekers: LOOKOUT seeks a part-time political writer. Apply by Jan. 3, 2025. Details, application info:

LOOKOUT seeks a part-time politics reporter who will manage its widely read “Eyes on the State” newsletter, as well as report out day-two-style politics stories from the state Capitol. LOOKOUT foun…

12/06/2024

ICYMI: Watch video recording of SPJ Phoenix's Arizona journalists' Dec. 4 panel discussion looking back on the 2024 elections. Get access code:

Thanks to everyone who joined Valley of the Sun SPJ live on Zoom to hear Arizona journalists who covered the 2024 elections look back at the campaign, the election and its aftermath Dec. 4. In case…

12/03/2024

Hey, Valley communicators, it's tonight: The one and only Valley Media Holiday Mixer is 5:30 to 8 p.m. today, Tuesday, Dec. 3, at FEZ on Central (at Roosevelt). SPJ Phoenix is laying out a free spread of delicious FEZ bistro appetizers; drinks are on you. Say goodbye to 2024 as you connect and reconnect with the people who get you and what you do.

For 2024, the one and only — often imitated, never duplicated — Valley Media Holiday Mixer will once again be at the fabulous FEZ bistro in midtown Phoenix at Central Avenue and Portlan…

11/19/2024

We strongly believe in the two-party system: Attend SPJ Phoenix's Valley Media Holiday Mixer Dec. 3 at FEZ restaurant and bar in central Phoenix. Then go to PRSA Phoenix's party on Dec. 5.

Come join us at our ultimate Ugly Sweater Party!

As we wrap up the year, we want to celebrate a season full of wins and accomplishments with you.

Come dressed in your most ridiculous, over-the-top holiday sweater to mix and mingle with your PR colleagues.

Let’s spread some holiday cheer, sign up today:

https://phoenixprsa.org/meetinginfo.php?id=76&ts=1731706720

11/11/2024

Arizona journalists who covered the 2024 elections will look back at the campaign, the election and its aftermath in a Zoom panel discussion 6 to 7:15 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 4. Register at the link below; you’ll be sent an email a day or so before the event with the Zoom link to view and listen to the discussion. Expected panelists include:

Jessica Boehm of Axios Phoenix
Laura Gersony of the Arizona Republic/azcentral
Reagan Priest of the Arizona Capitol Times
Camryn Sanchez of KJZZ-FM

We’ll send you a link to our Zoom room a day or so before the event. RSVP at https://SPJelectionpostmortem.eventbrite.com

10/21/2024

Many, many thanks to everyone -- more than 60 in public relations and 27 in media -- who attended Saturday's 20th annual Valley Publicity Summit, Presented by SPJ Phoenix. Lots of appreciation to our hosts, 10 to 1 Public Relations, for providing a terrific environment for media and PR pros to connect and reconnect about story pitch preferences, along with performing many volunteer duties that made our attendees feel welcome. Grateful acknowledgment to our event sponsors, PRSA Phoenix and Lambert. And huge amounts of gratitude to our hard-working Summit Committee, who signed up our media participants, promoted the event to PR pros and made sure everyone had a productive and meaningful experience. It's been a fantastic 20 years serving local communicators. On to 20 more! (Thanks to Meenah Rincon for these great photos!)

10/20/2024

Thanks, The Media Push -- glad you enjoyed , as so many did. See you next year!

Pretty much every year I attend the Valley Publicity Summit put on by the SPJ Phoenix. It’s a great opportunity for public relations professionals to get in front of our local media friends and pitch our clients and learn more about how we can help them with their stories. It was a great morning, great to see new faces and old. If you attended, did you learn something new or make a new connections?

09/16/2024

Valley PR pros: Early-bird registration ends Sept. 27, so don't delay signing up for the Oct. 19 Valley Publicity Summit. The greatest Saturday morning in Valley media-PR relations celebrates its 20th anniversary in 2024 as the place where media and PR pros talk pitching preferences and story ideas. This year's gathering includes several freelance writers whose work appears in a variety of media outlets. Remember, all the discounts -- including our popular "buy two, get one free offer" for PR pros from the same shop -- all end Sept. 27.
Each year, the day after this event, there are two types of PR pros in Phoenix: Those who had gone to this event, and those who wish they had. Elevate your PR career and head for the Summit! Check out the growing list of expected media participants and sign up today:

The best Saturday morning in Valley media-PR relations ( ) returns for its 20th year!

09/15/2024

Many thanks to everyone on hand to learn and share at Saturday’s elections coverage workshop. Our speakers provided terrific insights as journalists in attendance asked many great questions. Much appreciation to Morgan Loew of our partner, the Arizona First Amendment Coalition, who moderated the panels.

09/13/2024

SOLD OUT! Saturday's elections coverage workshop is now at full capacity. We even rearranged the room to squeeze in 10 more seats, but now those are also gone. Please don't ask for additional seats; we're afraid that there aren't any. Apologies for any inconvenience. Valley of the Sun and ASU SPJ and the First Amendment Coalition of Arizona thank you for the terrific response to this event.

09/09/2024

Arizona journalists: Only a few seats are left for this Saturday morning's free workshop, "Covering Elections in the Age of Misinformation." Top reporters and data experts will present in this downtown Phoenix event. Sign up today!

Whether you're a veteran political reporter or only cover elections occasionally, this free workshop will get you ready for November.

08/28/2024

Attention Valley PR pros: The list of media outlets expected at the 20th annual Valley Publicity Summit keeps growing! The greatest Saturday morning in Valley media-PR relations is Oct. 19 in beautiful Scottsdale.
Recent additions include are media representatives from AZ Big Media, Phoenix magazine, Raising Arizona Kids magazine and top freelancers.
Check out the entire list of expected media signed up so far (there's more to come) and register today, while low early-bird prices are still in effect.
It's only 54 days away, friends. Don't be among the regretful the day after it's over. Elevate your PR career -- step up to the Summit.
Media people: If you're interested in volunteering to meet with among several dozen PR pros expected at the Summit, please email [email protected] for more information.

The best Saturday morning in Valley media-PR relations ( ) returns for its 20th year!

08/22/2024

Arizona journalists: Seats are limited -- sign up today!

Attention Arizona Journalists! 📢

With the general election on the horizon, we’re highlighting an invaluable opportunity for you. On Sept. 14, SPJ’s Valley of the Sun chapter and the First Amendment Coalition of Arizona are hosting a FREE workshop, "Covering Elections in the Age of Misinformation." Featured speakers include top journalists and elections experts who will share their insights to help you navigate election coverage. This nonpartisan event is open to all Arizona journalists and journalism students.

📅 When: Saturday, Sept. 14, 8:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
📍 Where: Westward Ho Hotel, Phoenix

RSVP now to secure your spot: https://bit.ly/3AiMm5R

SPJ Phoenix

08/01/2024

We're very, very happy for the editorial staff of the Wall Street Journal today and recognize their exemplary efforts to free their colleague, Evan Gershkovich, from more than a year in detention in Russia. Gershkovich was freed today, along with another American detained by Russia, Paul Whelan. Whelan was held even longer.

Today is a joyous day for Evan’s family, friends and colleagues, who have worried about him and supported him these past 16 months

07/30/2024

Great news: The Arizona Press Club announced it has returned, and so has its annual contest. Entry deadline is Aug. 12.

Happy Monday, Arizona journalists!
Don't forget that our 2023 contest is open and accepting entries through August 12.
If you work for an Arizona outlet that produces stories in a written, audio or visual format, you're eligible to enter!
Check out the rules, categories and details at https://azpressclub.org/2024/07/24/the-2023-arizona-press-club-contest-is-now-open/

07/23/2024

Arizona journalists: Be ready to cover the November elections, from the biggest statewide and urban races to hard-fought campaigns in rural counties with vital information from veteran reporters, data & voter experts. Join SPJ Phoenix and the Arizona First Amendment Coalition for a free nonpartisan Saturday morning workshop Sept. 14 at the historic Westward Ho hotel in downtown Phoenix. Again, it's free (and there will be food). Space is limited, so sign up today:

Whether you're a veteran political reporter or only cover elections occasionally, this free workshop will get you ready for November.