A Journalist's Guide To AI
How Descript Can Help PR, Marketing and Media Pros: Insider Insights from Scientific American
04 Dec 2024
In this Episode ...Host Yumi Wilson interviews Kelso Harper, a multimedia producer at Scientific American, to discuss the transformative impact of AI tools in modern journalism. Kelso shares insights from their experience leading video strategies on platforms like TikTok and using tools like Descript. They explore how to balance AI innovation with journalistic integrity and provide practical applications for AI in multimedia storytelling. Whether you're interested in emerging AI trends, seeking tools to boost productivity, or navigating ethical challenges in journalism, this episode offers valuable takeaways.What You’ll Learn:AI Tools in Action: How Scientific American uses Descript to streamline video and podcast production, including transcription, text-based editing, and captioning.Ethical AI Integration: Practical advice on maintaining journalistic integrity while embracing AI-powered tools.Emerging AI Trends: Kelso's thoughts on generative video, collaboration tools like SquadCast, and future opportunities for AI in science communication.Key Takeaways:Descript for Journalists: Simplify video and audio editing by editing text-based transcripts, creating captions, and generating social media clips.AI for Accessibility: Use AI to handle time-intensive tasks like creating alt text, summarizing large datasets, or generating ideas.Ethics Matter: Transparency and critical evaluation of AI-generated content are essential for preserving credibility in journalism.Remote Collaboration: Tools like Descript and SquadCast enable seamless collaboration across teams, whether local or remote.Quotes from the Episode:"AI isn't here to replace creativity—it’s here to amplify it.""The real question is, how do we use these tools responsibly while keeping our values intact?""Just because technology exists doesn’t mean we have to use it for everything."Resources Mentioned: Descript: AI-powered audio and video editing software. SquadCast: A platform for high-quality remote recording integrated with Descript. Kelso Harper’s Website: Explore their work and projects. Scientific American: Explore their TikTok channel for innovative storytelling. Riverside .fm: Another tool for podcast recording and editing. Opus Clip: AI-powered social media clip generator.Connect with Us:Website: YumiWilson .me Social Media: Follow Yumi on LinkedIn for updates.Support the Show: Join our Patreon to help sustain this podcast and gain exclusive access to bonus content.Call to Action:Did you enjoy this episode? Don’t forget to subscribe, share, and leave a review! Your support helps us connect with more journalists and communicators navigating the world of AI. Follow Yumi: https://yumiwilson.me https://www.linkedin.com/in/yumiwilson/ Sponsored By: Saspod https://saspod.com/register?refcode=ProfYumiQcLU
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