North Carolina Press Association

08/26/2024

Live Webinar!

How to Sell Digital Advertising in 30 Minutes in 2024

Join us for a special FREE webinar exclusively for NCPA members on August 29th, 1:00pm! This webinar hosted by Broadstreet, will focus on digital advertising/sales content.

Webinar Description:

Somebody asked you about advertising?

Hit it out of the park.

Landed a meeting with that big client that never responds to your emails or calls?

Show them what's up.

Real tactics used by Broadstreet's publishers to land advertisers.

No theory, no bu****it. Sign up for the webinar, and you will sell with Broadstreet.

In this session, we'll cover:

A simple system for handling inbound sales requests

A simple system for outbound sales and appointment setting

A perspective that will make you and your team want to sell more

Hosted by Kenny Katzgrau, Publisher of RedBankGreen.com and creator of Broadstreet.

Zoom Registration

When: August 29th, 1:00pm

Link to sign up:

https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/2617222760615/WN_QYjIaTEESv-cBuqh5tNlNw

Somebody asked you about advertising? Hit it out of the park. Landed a meeting with that big client that never responds to your emails or calls? Show them what's up. Real tactics used by Broadstreet's publishers to land advertisers. No theory, no bu****it. Sign up for the webinar, and you will sell....

08/23/2024

As we gear up for our Annual Convention, we would like to remind you to make sure you have your accommodations secured. The general sessions and awards banquet of the convention will be held on Sept 19th at the Sheraton Raleigh, and we’ve reserved a block of rooms for your convenience.

Why book now?

Special Rates: Take advantage of our exclusive rates, which are available only to convention attendees.
Convenient Location: Stay close to the action with easy access to all convention events and networking opportunities.
Limited Availability: Rooms are filling up quickly, and we don’t want you to miss out!

Book now: https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1711739373093&key=GRP&app=resvlink

Register for convention: https://northcarolinapressassociation.regfox.com/ncpa-annual-convention

Online registration for NCPA Annual Convention starts on July 1st 2024.

08/20/2024

Limited hotel rooms are still available for the NCPA Convention until 8/23! Don't miss out, reserve your room today!

Thank you for selecting the Sheraton Raleigh Hotel for your accommodation needs. Your Credit card guarantees your reservation, cancellations must be received by 11:59 p.m. local hotel time 24 hours prior to arrival to avoid a one-night penalty. Check-in Time: 4:00 p.m. Checkout Time: 11:00 a.m. Othe...

08/15/2024

Don't miss out on the NC demographics Trends Panel, September 19th! The panel will discuss the changing demographics of our state and the impact on state politics, what issues are important in our communities and the makeup of our readership. Register here:

Online registration for NCPA Annual Convention starts on July 1st 2024.

08/12/2024

The deadline to reserve a hotel room for the NCPA Annual Convention is quickly approaching! If you plan on spending multiple days in Raleigh for the convention, please book your hotel room by this Friday, August 16th. We look forward to seeing you there!

September 18-20, 2024
Sheraton Raleigh Hotel
421 South Salisbury St.
Raleigh, NC 27601
Register for the convention here:
https://northcarolinapressassociation.regfox.com/ncpa-annual-convention

Reserve your hotel room here: https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1711739373093&key=GRP&app=resvlink

Thank you for selecting the Sheraton Raleigh Hotel for your accommodation needs. Your Credit card guarantees your reservation, cancellations must be received by 11:59 p.m. local hotel time 24 hours prior to arrival to avoid a one-night penalty. Check-in Time: 4:00 p.m. Checkout Time: 11:00 a.m. Othe...

08/08/2024

Join us for the educational breakout sessions at the NCPA convention on September 19th. Advertising roundtables will highlight the BEST sales ideas. The Reporter session will discuss body cams, public records, hotline AMA and more. Register here:

Online registration for NCPA Annual Convention starts on July 1st 2024.

07/29/2024

Join us September 18-20 for the NCPA Convention! We will have lots of training including the Legislative session. Hear a select panel of legislators give their insight on the current state of NC politics w/ a Q&A session. Full agenda & registration here: ncpress.com

07/09/2024

Join us at the Sheraton Raleigh Hotel September 18-20th for the NCPA Annual Convention! We will have training, networking opportunities and awards.

Register for the convention here:
https://northcarolinapressassociation.regfox.com/ncpa-annual-convention

Reserve your hotel room here: https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1711739373093&key=GRP&app=resvlink

Winner's Tab - Buy an ad, reserve a table
Recognize your Winners at the NCPA Convention

NCPA will recognize the 2023-24 Editorial and Advertising Contest winners in a special section made available to attendees after the awards ceremonies during the Convention.

These sections are incredibly popular because everyone wants to see who won! We print over 500 copies that conference attendees pick up. Reserve your congratulatory ad in the tab by emailing [email protected]

ALL ADS INCLUDE FULL COLOR - limited space available
1/4 Page = $250 4.75 inches wide x 5.5 inches deep
1/2 Page = $500 9.5 inches wide x 5.5 inches deep
Full Page = $1000 9.5 inches wide x 11 inches deep

Every member that buys a FULL PAGE will receive a RESERVED table toward the front of the banquet room (table of eight) and their logo proudly displayed on a sponsor sign for all to see during the reception and dinner.

The deadline to book space is 7/15. Creative due by 7/19.

Agenda:

Wednesday

NC Press Foundation Board Meeting

Thursday

10:00am Legislative session - Free - NCPA members only

12:30pm Lunch NCPA business meeting $40.00

Election of NCPA officers, updates on the state of the association, and plans for the year ahead.

2:00pm NC demographic trends - Free

"Know your readers" Moderated panel discussion

The changing demographics of our state and the impact on state politics, how we as a media industry cover issues, what issues are important in our communities, and the makeup of our readership.

3:30pm Breakouts - Free

Advertising Roundtables - Best Idea Exchange

Reporter session - Media law - body cams, public records, Hotline Ask Me Anything session

4:30pm Publishers roundtable - Moderated Idea exchange, shop talk.

5:30pm Networking Reception (cash bar)
6:30pm doors open

7:00pm NCPA Annual Awards banquet

Friday

NC Press Association and Press Service Board Meeting

We look forward to seeing you there!

Online registration for NCPA Annual Convention starts on July 1st 2024.

07/08/2024

📢 Attention North Carolina Press Association members! 📰

Got legal questions? 🕵️‍♂️📝 Don't navigate the complexities alone—take advantage of our FREE Media Law Hotline! Whether it's about access to public records or other media-related legal issues, our experts are here to help.

Email your inquiries to [email protected] and get the guidance you need to protect your rights and uphold journalistic integrity.

Stay informed, stay protected! 🚀

New to the team: Ashley Fox joined Stevens Martin Vaughn & Tadych PLLC as an associate attorney in June 2024 and is one of the experts on call to answer your media law questions. Welcome, Ashley.

06/28/2024

Job Alert: Director, NC Open Government Coalition and Instructor, School of Comms.
Help strengthen public understanding and appreciation of the value of transparency in government

Director, North Carolina Open Government Coalition and Instructor, School of Communications The School of Communications at Elon University invites applications for director of the North Carolina Open Government Coalition (hereinafter “the Coalition”) and instructor in the school. The 12-month p...

06/21/2024

SAVE THE DATE

Join us Sept 19-20 in Raleigh for our annual convention as we celebrate journalism in North Carolina! We will have training, awards, and networking opportunities. Be on the lookout for registration, agendas and program details coming soon.

The contest judges are working on their assignments, and we expect to announce the winners by the end of the month!

04/29/2024

Today is the last day to upload entries for the NCPA Contest!! The contest officially closes at midnight tonight.

Please upload your entries here and make sure to re-register in the contest system, even if your newspaper has participated in past years. https://newspapercontest.com/Contests/NorthCarolinaPressAssociation.aspx

Don't forget about the special awards! Special award winners receive DOUBLE POINTS for their publication in the General Excellence category.

Good luck!

The Advanced Contest Entry is an easy, affordable way to run your on-line media contest.

04/24/2024

The 2023-24 NCPA Contest is open for entries!

Please upload your entries here and make sure to re-register in the contest system, even if your newspaper has participated in past years.
https://www.newspapercontest.com/Contests/NorthCarolinaPressAssociation.aspx

The contest period runs from March 1, 2023, to March 31, 2024. You can enter work published this month; the deadline is April 29th.

NEW DEADLINE

We have extended the deadline until midnight on Monday, April 29th.

To answer a few FAQs:

There are NO limits on the number of entries per category
The code to register is included in the rules packet (It is step 1 of the instructions)
You can enter a PDF or link to a story/ad/photo online. If your publication produced it, you can enter it.
If the entry is behind a paywall, the judge will not be able to review it.

The Advanced Contest Entry is an easy, affordable way to run your on-line media contest.

04/17/2024

Special award winners receive DOUBLE POINTS for their publication in the General Excellence category. Submit your best work and don't forget these special categories.

Public Service Award: This award recognizes a distinguished example of meritorious public service by a newspaper to its local community, reflecting exceptional courage or enterprise.

Hugh Morton Photographer of the Year: The award recognizes a photographer’s body of work for the contest year.

Mark Binker Public Notice Award : A news article or series of articles triggered by the publication of a public notice in a newspaper.

Duke University/Green-Rossiter Award for Distinguished Newspaper Work in Higher Education Reporting : Sponsored by Duke University in cooperation with NCPA, the basis for the award is coverage of higher education through editorials, news or feature articles, photos or cartoons.

Media and the Law Awards of Excellence: Sponsored by the North Carolina Bar Association, this award recognizes outstanding legal reporting.

Henry Lee Weathers Freedom of Information Award : Originally created through a generous donation by the family of Henry Lee Weathers, former owner/publisher of The Star (Shelby), and NCPA president 1981-82, this award honors journalists or newspapers for exceptional work in advancing or upholding the cause of open government and freedom of information.

Upload all contest entries by April 25th! Register and upload entries here: https://www.newspapercontest.com/Contests/NorthCarolinaPressAssociation.aspx

04/15/2024

Don't forget to enter the NCPA Contest! The contest period runs from March 1, 2023- March 31, 2024. The deadline to enter is April 25th. For more details visit:

The 2023-24 NCPA Contest is open for entries! Rules packets for all entries can be found here . Please upload your entries here and make sure to re-register in the contest system, even if your …

03/19/2024

The 2023-2024 NCPA Contest is open for entries!

The contest period runs from March 1, 2023, to March 31, 2024. You can enter work published this month, and the deadline to enter is April 25th.

For more details along with rules packet, visit:

The 2023-24 NCPA Contest is open for entries! Rules packets for all entries can be found here . Please upload your entries here and make sure to re-register in the contest system, even if your …

03/19/2024

Upcoming Webinar:

April 11: Navigating The AI Landscape In Journalism: Opportunities, Applications, and Ethical Considerations, presented by Dwayne Desaulniers

About this webinar:

Dive into the dynamic world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) with Dwayne Desaulniers, as he demystifies the core concepts of AI, explains its mechanisms and guides you on initiating your AI journey. This comprehensive presentation is tailored for journalists and media professionals eager to explore AI’s transformative potential in news gathering, reporting, and enhancing audience engagement. Dwayne will share ideas for leveraging AI to unlock new revenue streams, alongside practical insights to integrate AI seamlessly into your journalistic workflow.

The session will not only highlight inspiring applications of AI in journalism but also navigate the crucial discussions around responsible AI use, addressing the ethical dimensions and the imperative of maintaining journalistic integrity. Additionally, Dwayne will tackle the pressing challenge of AI’s impact on newspaper websites, exploring both the opportunities and threats it presents, ensuring that attendees leave with a well-rounded understanding of AI’s role in shaping the future of news.

Prepare to be empowered with actionable ideas, strategic insights, and a forward-looking perspective on harnessing AI responsibly to redefine journalism and create a more engaging, sustainable news ecosystem.

Register here: https://onlinemediacampus.com/inspire_events/navigating-the-ai-landscape-in-journalism-opportunities-applications-and-ethical-considerations/

02/15/2024

Join us as AdCellerant and Gordon Borrell of Borrell Associates Inc. join forces for an upcoming webinar, Ramping Up the Profitability of Digital Sales! This team will give you the inside scoop on how high-performing companies improve margins and control expenses through digital advertising sales.

February 22, 2024 1:00-2:00p m EST.

Register here: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/6951924386875981408

02/01/2024

[LIVE WEBINAR]
Asserting a Competitive Advantage: Generative AI in Journalism

As the demand for informative and engaging content continues to soar, Generative AI is emerging as a game-changer for news organizations.

Join us for this webinar with the North Carolina Press Association and Quintype, where we explore the power of Generative AI in digital news and how its cumulative effect allows you to pull away from your long-standing competitors.

Book your spot: https://www.quintype.com/resources/webinar/generative-ai-webinar-ncpa?utm_source=ncpa&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=gen-ai-webinar
Date: Fri, Feb 9
Time: 11 AM Eastern Time (ET)

Key Discussion Areas:

Real-world examples showcasing how newsrooms are leveraging Generative AI.
Insights from industry experts on the profound impact of AI in newsrooms.
A live demonstration of Quintype's AI-driven editorial solution featuring:
Paraphrasing Content
Auto-generating Metadata
Auto-language Translation
Intelligent Prompts

Leverage the AI-driven editorial solutions to revolutionise content creation, elevate content personalisation, boost user engagement, and streamline newsroom operations.

12/15/2023

📈 Target your message to the heart of North Carolina! Advertising in local newspapers allows businesses to connect with the community on a personal level. Reach your target audience where they live and work.

Local Healthcare Ad Spending To Top $12B Next Year

https://www.mediapost.com/publications/article/391760/local-healthcare-ad-spending-to-top-12b-next-year.html

11/28/2023

Today is Giving Tuesday. It is a great time to subscribe to your LOCAL newspaper, print or digital, to help all of us continue to deliver LOCAL community news that is so vital to the places we live. You can also donate to the NC Press Foundation to help support journalism across the state.
Local newspapers play a crucial role in keeping our communities informed, connected, and engaged. By contributing to the North Carolina Press Foundation, you are directly supporting:
Local Newspapers: Your donation helps sustain the heartbeat of our communities—local newspapers. In an era of rapid change, your support ensures that these publications continue to serve as reliable sources of news and information.
Journalism Scholarships: We are committed to nurturing the next generation of journalists. Your contribution will fund scholarships for deserving students pursuing careers in journalism, empowering them to tell the stories that matter.
Journalist Training: In a rapidly evolving media landscape, continuous training is essential. Your support enables us to provide valuable training opportunities for journalists, keeping them equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to navigate the challenges of today's media industry.
Legal Support for Community Newspapers: A strong legal support system ensures that journalists can access public records and information vital to informing the public. Your donation helps safeguard this access, promoting transparency and accountability.
How You Can Contribute:
Donate Online: Visit PayPal https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=SQ56ZZ762ASAY to make a secure online donation. Every contribution, no matter the size, makes a significant impact. Or mail checks to: NCPF 5171 Glenwood Ave Suite 486 Raliegh NC 27612
Spread the Word: Share our cause with your network. Encourage friends, family, and colleagues to join you in supporting the North Carolina Press Foundation.

08/04/2023

Don't forget to register for the 150th annual convention!
August 23-25 at the Sheraton Raleigh Hotel. http://ncpress.com/registration/

Today is the last day to book your hotel room: https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1663258366665&key=GRP&app=resvlink

Thank you for selecting the Sheraton Raleigh Hotel for your accommodation needs. Your Credit card guarantees your reservation, cancellations must be received by 11:59 p.m. local hotel time 24 hours prior to arrival to avoid a one-night penalty. Check-in Time: 3:00 p.m. Checkout Time: 12:00 p.m. Othe...

07/27/2023

Congratulate your winners in the annual awards tab- to be printed and distributed the night of the awards banquet. Email [email protected] to reserve your spot.

ALL ADS INCLUDE FULL COLOR - limited space available

1/4 Page = $225 4.75 inches wide x 5.5 inches deep
1/2 Page = $350 9.5 inches wide x 5.5 inches deep
Full Page = $650 9.5 inches wide x 11 inches deep

07/24/2023

Don't forget to register for the 150th annual convention! http://www.ncpress.com/registration/

We have a block of rooms reserved at the Sheraton Raleigh Hotel for $149 a night. The hotel registration deadline is 7/31. You can reserve a room here: https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1663258366665&key=GRP&app=resvlink

See the full convention agenda at ncpress.com

List the name of each person as it should appear on his/her nametag. An email address is required for each registrant. Indicate the events to be attended by each registrant and total the fees on each line.

07/06/2023

Registration is open for the 2023 convention! Join us August 23-25 in downtown Raleigh.

List the name of each person as it should appear on his/her nametag. An email address is required for each registrant. Indicate the events to be attended by each registrant and total the fees on each line.

06/01/2023

Save the Date: Join us August 23-25 for our annual convention and to celebrate the 150th anniversary of NCPA! We will have trainings, awards, and networking opportunities. Be on the lookout for details on agendas and program details in the coming weeks.

05/05/2023

Don't forget, today is the deadline to upload all contest entries!

04/28/2023

CONTEST UPDATE: The deadline to upload entries has been extended to 11:59pm on May 5th.

04/13/2023

In case you missed it, the 2022-2023 NCPA Contest is open for entries! Visit http://ncpress.com for editorial and advertising rules packets. Enter by April 28th at https://newspapercontest.com/Contests/NorthCarolinaPressAssociation.aspx

The Advanced Contest Entry is an easy, affordable way to run your on-line media contest.

03/31/2023

The 2022-2023 NCPA Contest is open for entries! Visit ncpress.com for the editorial and advertising rules packets. Please upload your entries at https://newspapercontest.com/Contests/NorthCarolinaPressAssociation.aspx and make sure to re-register in the contest system, even if your newspaper has participated in past years. The contest period runs from March 2022-March 4th, 2023. The deadline to enter is April 28th.

The Advanced Contest Entry is an easy, affordable way to run your on-line media contest.