MoJo - Mobile Journalism.

What is Mobile Journalism?

According to KGW, Mobile Journalism has two meanings, one is as news-gathering technique by our reporters; the other, as a news and growing news platform for audience to get their news on the go, via our mobile news apps.

Mobile Journalism is encouraged, and taught to student journalist. So, why MoJo is on the rise? In this contemporary era, the majority has gadgets such as smartphones and tablets. These gadgets increase mobility in receiving information causing audience to demand up-to-the-minute news. According to BBC reporter, Nick Garnett, the distinct advantages of MoJo are flexibility, speedy turnaround, mobility and affordability. 

I was given an opportunity to go on the field, and report using smartphone. In my opinion, I like the convenience of reporting with a smartphone without having to transfer pictures to my computer. I like the convenience of reporting using only one tool, which means it saves the hassle of carrying huge cameras and camera stand. However, reporting on smartphone was a little odd for me as I am used to writing and uploading pictures using computer. Also, typing on the phone was not as smooth as doing it on the computer. Not to mention, the screen on the phone was a lot smaller which made typing a lot slower. To me, I felt there was no flow reporting using the smartphone. Regardless, I believe with practice, I am able to report using my smartphone efficiently.