Webinar: AI and Audio Journalism

Join us for the sixth in our AI and Journalism series. In this webinar, we will explore the use of AI tools for audio content generation, production, and distribution - and the associated risks and opportunities. The session will also explore AI-generated voices and music, and provide tips and guidance on how to use these tools. You may find it helpful, ahead of the session, to open a free account in Beatoven and Descript.

Date: 6 June 2024

Time: 10.30am - 12 noon

Venue: Virtual

Tickets: Free, registration essential

TRAINER: Kirsten Diprose is a radio broadcaster, podcaster and researcher based on a farm in south-west Victoria. Prior to this, Kirsten was a journalist for the ABC based mainly in Melbourne. She is a PhD candidate at Deakin University, researching podcasting and local news sustainability. Kirsten founded a rural podcast, Ducks on the Pond and podcasting business, Rural Podcasting Co. She is a regular radio presenter on ABC Radio Melbourne’s The Conversation Hour.

SPEAKER: Andrew Davies is Manager, Digital and Audio Content Development at the ABC in Australia. He helps drive the ABC’s audio-on-demand strategy, is actively involved in commissioning, develops new shows and co-productions, and has a long track record with audio innovation projects. Andrew has an excellent knowledge of global audio trends and is Chair of the European Broadcasting Union’s podcast group. Andrew was a long-time audio producer working across a range of successful Radio National specialist shows. He has received a UN Association of Australia Media Peace Award for his audio work.

Full list of 2024 sessions:

1. Get your newsroom AI-Ready for 2024 - 4 December 2023

2. Learn about AI for Text Journalists - 12 February 2024

3. AI and Investigative Journalism - 14 March 2024

4. AI for Photojournalists and Video Reporters - 9 April 2024

5. AI - Visualisations and Interactives - 16 May 2024

6. AI and Audio Journalism - 6 June 2024

7. AI and Copyright, Media Law, Verification and Fact-Checking - 7 July 2024

8. AI and Newsroom Workflows - 8 August 2024

Further information: 

Corinne Podger, Senior Manager for Programs and Education, Walkley Foundation - corinne.podger@walkleys.com.

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