The Baltimore Association of Black Journalists (BABJ) teamed up with the NABJ Visual Task Force on February 18, 2021 for a mini-meeting event focusing on Adobe After Effects. The panelists described best practices, tips and tricks to making eye catching videos. They offered ample breakdowns of hot to approach projects. The video animation experts also discussed career opportunities available to journalists interested in mastering After Effects. 

PANELISTS

Justin Gladden, Filmmaker and Video Creative Producer

Arielle Ray, Graphics/Multimedia Editor, The New York Times

Due to health concerns surrounding the spread of the COVID-19, BABJ opted for a webinar in an effort to implement social distancing and keep members safe. More than 10 participants signed on for the one hour discussion. Eight people were in attendance. NABJ Visual Task Force Vice Chair Lance Washington also shared information about upcoming portfolio reviews.