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Saturday, April 5
 

8:30am PDT

Welcome and BEA101
Saturday April 5, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am PDT
Welcome to BEA2025! Grab a cup of coffee and a muffin and get the inside knowledge on BEA initiatives, volunteer opportunities and journals. Panelists will give you tips on navigating BEA's annual convention and NAB Show.
Moderators
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Adam J. Kuban

Professor, Ball State University
Professor — reporting & writing, documentary storytelling, sports, science/sustainability, community engagement, (critical) service learning, project-based curriculum
Speakers
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Thom Baggerman

Professor, Point Park University
Hmmm, who am I...I am a Professor in the Point Park University School of CommunicationI teach Media & Society, Media Literacy, Video Production, Multimedia, and other random things.I'm involved with our School of Continuing and Professional Studies, working on microcredentials, certificates... Read More →
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Jennifer Meadows

Professor, Chico State University
Jennifer Meadows is a Professor of Media Arts in the Media Arts, Design, and Technology Department at California State University, Chico.  She is the 2023-2024 BEA Secretary/Treasurer.  Her research and teaching focuses on communication technology, emerging technologies, and video... Read More →
avatar for Glenda Balas

Glenda Balas

Professor, University of North Texas - Dallas
Dr. Glenda Balas is a Professor in Communication and Technology at the University of North Texas at Dallas. She was formerly Dean of Liberal Arts and Sciences at UNT Dallas; Professor and Chair of the Communication and Journalism Department at the University of New Mexico; and Chair... Read More →
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Heather Birks

Executive Director, Broadcast Education Association
Saturday April 5, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am PDT
W312/313

10:15am PDT

BEA101 for Students ONLY
Saturday April 5, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am PDT
Attention all students and student advisors... we'll be talking all BEA student opportunities in Las Vegas.
Speakers
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Sandy Henry

Professor, Drake University
I am the BEA Faculty Fellow for Student Programs. I'd love to hear about your student's needs and ideas you have for expanding student opportunities, both at the convention and throughout the year.
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Heather Birks

Executive Director, Broadcast Education Association
Saturday April 5, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am PDT
W312/313

10:15am PDT

Mobile Journalism Awards Film Screenings
Saturday April 5, 2025 10:15am - 12:30pm PDT
In an era where smartphones have revolutionized storytelling, the Mojo Awards celebrate excellence in mobile journalism, which empowers more journalists to narrate stories from more corners of the globe. The awards recognize outstanding achievements across four categories:
  • Mobile journalism
  • Crisis reporting
  • Documentary
  • Rural voices
Winning Mojo films will be showcased at this event, demonstrating high quality work indistinguishable from traditional cameras, followed by a Q&A discussion.
Organized in association with Mobile Journalism Awards.
Speakers
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Bart Weiss

Artistic Director, The University of Texas at Arlington
Bart Weiss is an award-winning independent film and video producer, director, editor and educator, who has lived in Dallas since 1981. He is mostly known as the director and founder of the Dallas VideoFest. He produces the TV show “Frame of Mind” on KERA TV in Dallas, and is the... Read More →
avatar for Kim Fox

Kim Fox

Professor of Practice, American University in Cairo
The first and only double BEA Best of Festival Winner in the same year; podcaster (Ehky Ya Masr Podcast) and executor of the podcasting trifecta: teaching, researching and producing podcasts.https://soundcloud.com/ehkyyamasrFounder and organizer of PodFest Cairo, Egypt and Africa's... Read More →
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Robb Montgomery

Founder, Visual Editors, NFP
Robb Montgomery is an American mobile journalism professor, filmmaker and author based in Berlin. A former newspaper editor he is the author of Smartphone Video Storytelling and Mobile Journalism textbooks and and serves as chair of the Mobile Journalism Awards. Montgomery... Read More →
Saturday April 5, 2025 10:15am - 12:30pm PDT
W309

11:30am PDT

What I Wish I Knew Before Entering The Business
Saturday April 5, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm PDT
This panel would discuss what we wish we would have known before getting into the media business. This can give those who are looking to get into the business a look behind the curtain while deciding if this business is something they want to pursue.
Moderaotr: Steve Stilwell, Liberty University
Panelists: Amy E. Bonebright, Liberty University
Jen Smith, University of Kentucky
David M. Lubbers, Drake University
Moderators
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Steve Stilwell

Liberty University
Speakers
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Jen Smith

assistant professor, University of Kentucky
I am a recovering sportswriter who worked for the Lexington Herald-Leader in various positions for more than 20 years, including copy editor, designer, news and sports reporter. While working in the sports department for most of my career, I covered everything from high school sports... Read More →
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David Lubbers

Drake University
Saturday April 5, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm PDT
W308

11:30am PDT

Podcasting: Gen Z's New TV?
Saturday April 5, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm PDT
With the changing media consumption habits, podcasting has become increasingly popular among Gen Z. A panel of Gen Z students will explore the rise of podcasting and its growing influence on their generation. Listen to how podcasting shapes their media consumption habits, serving as a platform for creative expression, and compare it to traditional TV. They will discuss how podcast offers accessibility, diverse content, and the ability to foster community from podcasting. Overall, these students will share personal insights into why podcasting has become a dominant medium for their generation. They will also share their beliefs about the future of this dynamic platform in connection to the younger generations.
Moderators: Kayla Foster; University of Mississippi
Panelists: Braxton Wardell Laster, University of Mississippi; Ahmer Anwar Khan, University of Mississippi; Marisa Ayanna Taylor, University of Mississippi
Moderators
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Kayla Foster

University of Mississippi
Speakers
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Braxton Laster

University of Mississippi
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Ahmer Khan

University of Mississippi
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Marisa Taylor

Universtiy of Mississippi
Saturday April 5, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm PDT
W304

12:45pm PDT

AI Fact-Checking and Google Earth Tools for Student Media
Saturday April 5, 2025 12:45pm - 3:00pm PDT
In this expanded session, Mike Reilley of Journalist's Toolbox will show you Google Earth Studio, Google Earth and Earth Pro to create flyover videos, timelapses and mine historical satellite imagery for stories. He'll also show you some AI tools for debunking deepfake images and videos that you can take to your classrooms and newsrooms right away. We’ll break down doctored video and audio with WatchFramebyFrame and Deepfake-o-meter. We’ll also look at the innovative Rolliapp.com to track disinformation spreaders on social channels. Prior to the training, set up a free Rolliapp.com “press pass” account (use the JOURNOAI code). Participants should bring a laptop, and they’ll get handouts with links to all of the tools and examples of projects that use them. Trainer: Mike Reilley, UIC senior lecturer and founder of JournalistsToolbox.ai. Twitter: @itsmikereilley | @journtoolbox | Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/mikereilley.bsky.social
Moderators
avatar for Mike Reilley

Mike Reilley

Professor, UIC | JournalistsToolbox.ai
Mike is the author of two books, "Data + Journalism" and "The Journalist's Toolbox: A Guide to Digital Reporting and AI". He is the lead trainer for the ONA/Microsoft AI in Journalism training program and the RTDNA-Google Election Fact-Checking program.When he’s not doing trainings... Read More →
Saturday April 5, 2025 12:45pm - 3:00pm PDT
W306

2:00pm PDT

Problems and Solutions in Modern Production Practices for Television and Film
Saturday April 5, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
In this workshop we’ll discuss the importance of pre-production from a practical perspective. What is required of a producer and production team before a single frame is shot? We’ll address best practices and techniques used on contemporary film and television sets as well as discuss common pitfalls incurred by new filmmakers and how to avoid them. These tips and tricks will provide workforce readiness for graduating film students and a great entry point into producing for new film students looking to shoot their first short.

Moderators: Jocelyn B. Millana, Missouri State University
Rowena Pedrena, University of Arkansas

Moderators
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Jocelyn Millana

Associate Professor, Missouri State University
Assistant Professor-Missouri State University
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Rowena Pedrena

Assistant Professor, University of Arkansas
Rowena Pedrena is a Peabody and Emmy Award-winning television producer with more than a decade of experience in scripted, reality, and documentary formats for feature films and television. Her credits include work featured on Netflix, ABC, NBC, CBS, CNBC, PBS, TLC, History Channel... Read More →
Saturday April 5, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
W303

2:00pm PDT

Success Stories of Growing BEA Chapters at Small Universities and Colleges
Saturday April 5, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
In this session, panelists will share their own success stories and strategies used to increase membership, events, etc. for their student BEA chapters on their small universities and colleges. Student BEA leaders will share what they have found to be helpful from an advisor perspective, what their student members enjoy, and what they are BEA student leaders wish to see more of in chapters on their campus and BEA-wide. This session will also serve as a brainstorming session for any and all chapter advisors and student leaders wishing to attend.
Moderator: Bruce Finklea, University of Montevallo
Panelists: Kaitlyn Harmony Wayne, University of Montevallo; Lakshmi N Tirumala, Drake University; Kaley Nacole Martin, University of Montevallo; Aaron Atkins, Weber State University
Moderators
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Bruce Finklea

Associate Professor & Coordinator of Mass Communication, University of Montevallo
Speakers
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Kaitlyn Wayne

University of Montevallo
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Lakshmi N. Tirumala

Associate Professor, Drake University
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Kaley Martin

University of Montevallo
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Aaron Atkins

Assistant Professor, Weber State University
Saturday April 5, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
W309

2:00pm PDT

Sports Podcasting: Current and Future
Saturday April 5, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
Since the advent of the podcast 20 years ago, sports podcasting has grown exponentially. Today, sports podcast styles range from traditional journalistic sports reporting to talk radio to shows focused on interviews, sports and society, or even sports gambling. This panel will discuss the state of the sports podcast industry, including preparing students in traditional broadcast and radio programs for the unique affordances of the podcast platform.
Moderator: Lindsey A. Sherrill, University of North Alabama
Panelists: David Allen Nelson, University of Central Oklahoma; Steve Stilwell, Liberty University; Rich Johnson, Arizona State University
Moderators
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Lindsey A. Sherrill

Assistant Professor, University of North Alabama
Speakers
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David Nelson

Professor, KZUC-FM Faculty Advisor, University of Central Oklahoma
David Nelson worked 10 years in the broadcast industry in Oklahoma and Texas as an on-air personality, currently a Professor and KCUZ-FM Faculty Advisor.
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Steve Stilwell

Liberty University
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Rich Johnson

Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication, Arizona State University
Saturday April 5, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
W304

3:15pm PDT

On the Job Hunt: Tips for Successful News Careers
Saturday April 5, 2025 3:15pm - 4:15pm PDT
LinkedIn, Indeed, Talent Portals-there is a variety of ways to look for the first job as you graduate from college. What will help you stand out in this still competitive job market? What should your resume and portfolio include? We will gather a panel of recruiters and hiring managers to help soon-to-be grads prepare to enter the job market.
Moderator: Heather Dunn, Talent Dynamics/ASU
Panelists: Kari Patey, VP of Producer Development, CBS News and Stations
Sinan Sadar, News Talent Recruitment, Hearst Television
Chip Mahaney, Emerging Talent Leader, E.W. Scripps Company
Patrick McCreery, Owner, Talent Dynamics and former President, Meredith Local Media Group
Moderators
avatar for Heather Dunn

Heather Dunn

Sr. Placement Specialist, Talent Dynamics/ASU
Broadcast producing, news producing, job placement
Speakers
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Kari Patey

VP of Producer Development, CBS News and Stations
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Sinan Sadar

News Talent Recruitment, Hearst Television
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Chip Mahaney

Emerging Talent Leader, E.W. Scripps Company
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Patrick McCreery

Owner, Talent Dynamics and former President, Meredith Local Media Group
Saturday April 5, 2025 3:15pm - 4:15pm PDT
W307

4:30pm PDT

What We Need to be Teaching Broadcast & Production Students: The BEA OAB Summer Faculty Fellows Experience
Saturday April 5, 2025 4:30pm - 5:30pm PDT
BEA & OAB brought a group of Faculty Fellows to television and radio stations in Cincinnati this summer to see the facilities and talk with news directors, sales and marketing staff about the newest technology, what they're looking for in future employees and what we should be teaching our students in order to get these jobs. Hear what was learned, how it's being applied and how to get involved in future fellowship programs!
Moderator: Sara Magee, Loyola University Maryland
Panelists: David Shabazz, Kentucky State University; Ashton Marra, West Virginia University; Jayne Cubbage, Bowie State University
Moderators
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Sara Magee

Associate Professor, Loyola University Maryland
Associate Professor of Communication at Loyola University Maryland (and former Communication Department Chair) who teaches graduate and undergraduate classes and conducts research in broadcast and multimedia creation and production, media ethics, global journalism and journalism education... Read More →
Speakers
avatar for David Shabazz

David Shabazz

Associate Professor, Kentucky State University
Greetings colleagues,I'm an associate professor of journalism at Kentucky State University. I teach broadcasting, photography and sports communication classes.
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Ashton Marra

Teaching Assistant Professor, West Virginia University
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Jayne Cubbage

Bowie State University
Saturday April 5, 2025 4:30pm - 5:30pm PDT
W306

4:30pm PDT

Esports on Campus: Building a Toolbelt for Competitive Video Gaming Broadcasting
Saturday April 5, 2025 4:30pm - 5:30pm PDT
As of 2023, more than 450 college campuses have varsity-recognized Esports teams. This growth has also brought about a new opportunity for students to connect their love of gaming with broadcasting skills. This panel will discuss the basic techniques, tools, and tips related to building and broadcasting Esports production. After 2 years as the Pitt State Esports broadcast team, PSU students share their experiences and struggles working in a rapidly evolving industry.
Moderator: Barth Cox, Pittsburg State University
Panelists: Joe McGrath, Pittsburg State University
Drake Miller
Moderators
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Barth Cox

Assistant Professor, Pittsburg State University
Speakers
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Joe McGrath

Pittsburg State University
Saturday April 5, 2025 4:30pm - 5:30pm PDT
W304

4:30pm PDT

What We Wish We Learned: Graduating Seniors Reflect
Saturday April 5, 2025 4:30pm - 5:30pm PDT
Just weeks away from entering the industry, graduating seniors reflect on what they've learned in their time in student media, how it has impacted their careers, the things they wished they were taught, and the things they wished they knew. This panel will benefit advisers looking to strengthen their programs and students looking to get the most out of their student media experience.
Moderator: Jasen Sokol, John Carroll University
Moderators
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Jasen Sokol

Director/General Manager, WJCU 88.7 FM, John Carroll University
I'm the Director and General Manager of WJCU, the radio station at John Carroll University.
Saturday April 5, 2025 4:30pm - 5:30pm PDT
W307
 
Sunday, April 6
 

9:00am PDT

Redefining Journalism: Teaching Trauma-informed, Empathy-based Reporting
Sunday April 6, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am PDT
Journalism has historically approached sensitive topics with a detached, fact-driven lens, often overlooking the human element at the core of these stories. As research reveals the unintended harm this can cause — especially to individuals and communities affected by trauma — the profession is shifting toward trauma-informed and empathy-based practices. This panel will equip journalism instructors with practical strategies to teach students how to approach difficult subjects, such as addiction, with greater sensitivity and care in bother reporting practices and writing styles, while empowering sources to have more agency in their stories. Participants will gain insights into balancing these empathetic approaches with the core journalistic principles of independence and truth-seeking, preparing the next generation of journalists for a more ethical and humane future in reporting.
Moderator: Ashton Marra, West Virginia University
Panelists: Franklyn Charles, Slippery Rock University; Aaron Atkins, Weber State University; Elise De Los Santos, Northwestern University
Moderators
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Ashton Marra

Teaching Assistant Professor, West Virginia University
Speakers
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Franklyn Charles

Slippery Rock University
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Aaron Atkins

Assistant Professor, Weber State University
Sunday April 6, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am PDT
W303

9:00am PDT

Lessons from the 2024 National Student Media Convention
Sunday April 6, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am PDT
Each fall, Colllege Broadcasters Inc. (CBI) hosts the National Student Media Convention (NSMC), which attracts hundreds of students working in college radio and tv. This past October the NSMC was held in Seattle and included over 60 panels covering an incredible variety of topics from faculty advisors, staff, industry pros and students. What were some of the key takeaways from this event? In this session, three CBI board members will share their perspective on the lessons learned from this convention and how they can help you as you manage your own student media outlet.
Moderator: John W. Owens, University of Cincinnati
Panelists: Anabella Poland, CBI President, Montclair State University
Sean McDonald, CBI Treasurer, Neumann University
John W. Owens, CBI Vice President, University of Cincinnati
Moderators
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John W. Owens

Associate Professor, University of Cincinnati
Speakers
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Anabella Poland

General Manager, WMSC-FM, and CBI President, Montclair State University
Sunday April 6, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am PDT
W309

10:15am PDT

Seeing is Deceiving: Findings from Multiple Case Studies of Generative AI in Media
Sunday April 6, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am PDT
This panel explores the long history of manipulation in media, arguing that the techniques we associate with cutting-edge AI today have deep roots in the past. From the earliest days of photography and documentary film to modern deepfakes and Generative AI (GAI) content, media creators have continuously pushed the boundaries of reality, reshaping our perceptions of truth through visual and textual means. The panel will introduce a series of diverse case studies to connect past, present, and future, illustrating how unique a threat AI may be – technology that is not a tool but an agent of “truth.”

Moderator: Michael Bruce, University of Alabama
Panelists: Kathleen M. Ryan, University of Colorado Boulder
David Staton, University of Northern Colorado
Harold Vincent, Elon University
Mark Heisten, University of Colorado Boulder
Hal Vincent, Elon University
Moderators
avatar for Michael Bruce

Michael Bruce

Dept. Chair, Associate Professor & Interim Director of Digital Media Center, University of Alabama
Transplanted Sooner teaching Sports Media in Bama
Speakers
avatar for Kathleen M. Ryan

Kathleen M. Ryan

Associate Professor, University of Colorado Boulder
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Hal Vincent

Elon University
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David Staton

University of Northern Colorado
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Mark Heisten

Ph.D. Student / Instructor, University of Colorado - Boulder
Sunday April 6, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am PDT
W309

11:30am PDT

Digital Storytelling, Collaborative Environments, and Participatory Empowerment
Sunday April 6, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm PDT
This panel explores the use of participatory digital media production as a vehicle to empower students, both communication and non-communication majors, to amplify voices, actively engage in the storytelling process, and address meaningful issues within their own communities.

Researchers regularly demonstrate the efficacy of narratives to facilitate engagement, self-identity, collaboration, and persuasion. One of the pressing issues in communication and media production courses, particularly for non-communication students, is to develop foundational knowledge and concurrently develop self- and community expression.

Panelists will present on four student-focused participatory digital media initiatives representing different communities, cross-discipline and cross-university collaborations, and the integration of different media technology (visual, podcast/audio, print/web, interactive, virtual reality).
Moderator: Aaron Atkins, Weber State University
Panelists: Franklyn Charles, Slippery Rock University; Camilo Perez, Regis University; Ashton Marra, West Virginia University
Moderators
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Aaron Atkins

Assistant Professor, Weber State University
Speakers
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Franklyn Charles

Slippery Rock University
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camilo perez quintero

Regis University
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Ashton Marra

Teaching Assistant Professor, West Virginia University
Sunday April 6, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm PDT
W311

11:30am PDT

Cloning Voices: Using voice-generated AI for classroom and creative projects
Sunday April 6, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm PDT
This workshop will demonstrate how to use voice-generated artificial intelligence to create high-quality audio content for both classroom and creative projects. Voice-generated A.I. has the power to:

- Create audio content without expensive microphones and recording studios.
- Bring to life dead historical figures and have them read their own words out loud, which can then be crafted into audio content.
- With permission, have famous historical figures give opening remarks to conferences dedicated in their honor.
- Translate podcasts and research into different languages for maximum reach.
- Add new voices to newscasts without the need of a large news teams.
- Help students create radio commercials, in their own voice, with no need to edit.
Moderator: Isaac Caputo, Bethune-Cookman University
Cloning Voices: Using voice-generated AI for classroom and creative projects
Moderators
Sunday April 6, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm PDT
W309

2:00pm PDT

College Skillset Foundations for Career Savvy Futures
Sunday April 6, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
For students and those advising students, this panel creates conversation about how best to build skills in college that lead to success in media careers. Broadcast experts and media consultants will invite audience interaction and give guidance about how to groom your grit to imagine, implement, and attain your goals.
Moderator: Marjorie Yambor, Dalton State College
Panelists: Pat Bryson, Bryson Broadcasting International
Meg Dowdy, Townsquare Media
Valerie Geller, Geller Media International
Gary Reid, WKAR AM/FM/TV
Moderators
avatar for Marjorie Yambor

Marjorie Yambor

Dalton State College
Speakers
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Pat Bryson

Founder, Bryson Broadcasting International
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Meg Dowdy

Regional Content Director, Townsquare Media
Meg Dowdy is a Regional Content Director for Townsquare Media, coaching talents across the Southeastern United States. She also manages national contesting initiatives for the company and has previously worked as an Operations Manager, Brand Manager, Program Director, Morning Show... Read More →
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Valerie Geller

Geller Media International
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Gary Reid

Director Emeritus, WKAR-AM/FM/TV
After an early career as a professional musician and record producer/engineer, I spent 44 years as a faculty member and broadcast station manager for WDBM-FM. and PBS and NPR affiliates WKAR-AM/FM/TV at Michigan State University.  I am the immediate Past President of the Michigan... Read More →
Sunday April 6, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
W303

2:00pm PDT

Applying for BEA Scholarships @ the BEA Booth
Sunday April 6, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
Stop by the BEA Booth in the exhibit hall and find out about what scholarships are available to BEA student members. 
Hosted by BEA Scholarship Committee Chair: Peter B. Orlik, Central Michigan University
Moderators
avatar for Peter B. Orlik

Peter B. Orlik

Central Michigan University
BEA's Scholarship Committee Chair
Sunday April 6, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
BEA Exhibit Hall W322-W327

2:00pm PDT

College Radio Roundtable
Sunday April 6, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
Brian Shelton and Kaitilyn Furister will lead a college radio roundtable. Advisors, students and interested parties join us to discuss what is working and what can improve at your college radio station.
Moderator: Brian Lane Shelton, Harper College
Kaitilyn Furister, Aims Community College
Moderators
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Kaitilyn Furister

Instructor, Aims Community College
I am a full-time instructor at Aims Community College in Greeley, CO, where I teach audio production and radio production in the Communication Media department’s two-year degree programs.Before stepping into my current role, I worked as the Technology and Production Specialist at... Read More →
Sunday April 6, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
W302

2:00pm PDT

Media Writers Pitch Session
Sunday April 6, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
This annual panel provides the opportunity for student writers to pitch their films, television shows, or other dramatic media forms to professional screenwriters. The students receive feedback on their scripts and their pitches. This session is part one of a two-parter with the same writers; it is followed immediately by their second panel, “Media Writers Q&A Session.”
Moderator: Raymond Dennis Seymour Anderson, University of Guam
Panelists: Rosanne M. Welch, Stephens College
Jon L. Vandergriff, Cal State Fullerton
David Morgasen, California State University, Fullerton
Moderators
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Raymond Anderson

Associate Professor of Communication and Media, University of Guam
Script writingCinematographyEditingMedia and Film studies and history
Speakers
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Rosanne Welch

Stephens College
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Jon Vandergriff

Cal State Fullerton
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David Morgasen

California State University, Fullerton
Aside from teaching classes in screenwriting and producing at Cal State Fullerton, where he received his M.F.A., David Morgasen is a working writer, producer, and director whose experience includes film, TV and viral videos.Dave’s worked with everyone from Disney to Howard Stern... Read More →
Sunday April 6, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
W311

3:15pm PDT

Media Writers Q&A Session
Sunday April 6, 2025 3:15pm - 4:15pm PDT
This annual panel provides the opportunity for attendees to hear real-world stories about writing professionally in the entertainment industry. Q&A allows attendees to gain inside perspectives on the challenges and successes of writing in “Hollywood.” This session is part two of a two-parter with the same writers; it is preceded immediately by their first panel, “Media Writers Pitch Session.”
Moderator: Edward J. Fink, California State University - Fullerton
Panelists: Rosanne M. Welch, Stephens College
Jon L. Vandergriff, Cal State Fullerton
David Morgasen, California State University, Fullerton
Moderators
avatar for Edward J. Fink

Edward J. Fink

Professor, California State University - Fullerton
Speakers
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Rosanne Welch

Stephens College
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David Morgasen

California State University, Fullerton
Aside from teaching classes in screenwriting and producing at Cal State Fullerton, where he received his M.F.A., David Morgasen is a working writer, producer, and director whose experience includes film, TV and viral videos.Dave’s worked with everyone from Disney to Howard Stern... Read More →
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Jon Vandergriff

Cal State Fullerton
Sunday April 6, 2025 3:15pm - 4:15pm PDT
W311

4:30pm PDT

Promoting student media on social media
Sunday April 6, 2025 4:30pm - 5:30pm PDT
How are your news students using social media? What platforms are student journalists using to promote their college radio and tv stations? Do they have a social media manager or someone dedicated to social media? These panelists will share what has and what has not worked at their student-run stations for promoting news shows, show content and/or news around the campus and community.
Moderator: Robin Cecala, Point Park University
Panelists: Brian Rackham, Northern Arizona University
Stephanie Anderson, University of South Florida
Moderators
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Robin Cecala

Professor, Point Park University
Speakers
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Dr. Stephanie L. Anderson

Assistant Professor of Instruction, University of South Florida
Sunday April 6, 2025 4:30pm - 5:30pm PDT
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Monday, April 7
 

10:15am PDT

Level Up: How Educators Can Win the Game with Virtual Production
Monday April 7, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am PDT

Virtual production (VP) has become the new gold standard in professional video creation. To attract students and prepare them for working in 21st century media, educational institutions face pressure to upgrade their production facilities and update their curriculums. Digital natives are savvy. They know to excel in a competitive job market they need hands-on, immersive learning on the latest and greatest tools. And educators and administrators realize they must balance both operations and the budget.

In this case study, Ball State University, ARwall and Absen share steps they took to update and upgrade BSU’s facility and curriculum by installing a virtual production system. They’ll share how to:
•     build a state-of-the art VP studio without breaking the bank
•     revise curriculums to reflect the industry’s transition to VP
•     follow best practices for training future professionals on VP
•     promote VP to your school’s competitive advantage as a credible, future-facing leader
•     create new revenue streams and enhance reputation using a VP 'studio back-lot'

Speakers
Rene Amador, CEO, Arwall

Alex Kartman, Director of Sports Production, Ball State Sports Link, Associate Lecturer of Media, Video Production, Sports Media

Kobe Xiao, Director of Sales, AbsenLive (Live&Love), Absen


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Kobe Xiao

AbsenLive
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Alex Kartman

Director of Sports Production, Ball State University
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Rene Amador

CEO, AR Wall
Rene Amador is Co-Founder and CEO of ARwall and Executive Producer at ARwall Productions. Among the top XR tech and Virtual Production (VP) evangelists in Hollywood, he and the company have received numerous awards, including recognition from CES, the Emmy’s and SXSW. Amador designed... Read More →
Monday April 7, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am PDT
W301

1:45pm PDT

Applying for BEA Scholarships @ the BEA Booth
Monday April 7, 2025 1:45pm - 2:45pm PDT
Stop by the BEA Booth in the exhibit hall and find out about what scholarships are available to BEA student members. 
Hosted by BEA Scholarship Committee Chair: Peter B. Orlik, Central Michigan University
Moderators
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Peter B. Orlik

Central Michigan University
BEA's Scholarship Committee Chair
Monday April 7, 2025 1:45pm - 2:45pm PDT
BEA Exhibit Hall W322-W327
 
Tuesday, April 8
 

10:00am PDT

LABF Career Fair & Graduate School Showcase
Tuesday April 8, 2025 10:00am - 2:00pm PDT
The Library of American Broadcasting Foundation is excited to sponsor the 2025 industry-wide LABF Career Fair & Graduate School Showcase on Tuesday, April 8th at NAB Show in Las Vegas. Partnering on this year’s event are the BEA, NAB, SMPTE, RTDNA, NABLF & RAB. The event offers high-quality job seekers of all levels a chance to meet with top media industry recruiters and grad school representatives.

Recruiters can look forward to meeting with all levels of job seekers, including:
  • Undergraduate and Graduate Students 
    Students in attendance are among the top in their class. They are winners from our Festival of Media Arts competition, BEA Scholarship Winners, RAB Student Scholars, BEA Collegiate Media Chapters, & AERho honors society members.
  • Young Professionals 
    Our Career Fair attracts professionals just starting out in the industry. These are up-in-coming media professionals who are interested in advancing their careers in Media.
About the Event
This year’s career fair will cover a diverse range of interests to reflect NAB Show’s audience.
Advertising • Audio • Broadcast • Cable • Cybersecurity • Digital • Education • Engineering • eSports • Film • Gaming • Live Events • Online Video • Podcasting • Post-Production • Radio • Social Media • Sports • Television
Traditionally, BEA’s convention attracts over 1,300 media faculty members to learn and see the latest advances in the field from the perspectives of educators and professionals. We have over 400 students attend our conference alone each year and NAB Show has around a thousand attendees that attend the Career Fair each year.
The NAB Show, produced by the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB), has 100,000 attendees traditionally each year and focuses on the entire spectrum of content creation and distribution. For more information on the NAB Show visit https://www.nabshow.com/.
The event is also an initiative to increase diversity in broadcasting, and all participating companies receive Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) credit from the Federal Communications Commission.    
Tuesday April 8, 2025 10:00am - 2:00pm PDT
BEA Exhibit Hall W322-W327
 

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