People Media

People Media

Refers to individuals who serve as a medium for sharing, disseminating, and interpreting information, often acting as both communicators and influencers. In this context, people are not just passive consumers of information but active contributors, sharing knowledge, opinions, and experiences with others.

Characteristics of People Media

- Articulate
- Charismatic
- Creative
- Credible
- Flexible
- Interactive
- Tech-savvy
- Updated

People as Media

Refers to individuals who play the role of media by directly sharing, interpreting, or distributing information, often through personal or digital platforms.

Opinion Leaders

Are individuals who hold a position of influence within a specific community or social group and are recognized for their expertise, knowledge, or credibility in a particular area.

Citizen Journalism

Is the act of ordinary individuals—non-professional journalists—reporting news and sharing information about events, issues, or topics of public interest.

Social Journalism

Refers to the practice of using social media platforms and other online tools to engage audiences in the news-gathering process and facilitate discussions about current events, issues, and topics of interest.

Similarities Between Citizen Journalism and Social Journalism

1. Public Participation
2. Use of Digital Platform
3. Democratization of Information

Differences Between Citizen Journalism and Social Journalism

1.Contributors
2. Verification Process
3. Nature of Engagement
4. Content Integration

Contributors in Citizen Journalism

Ordinary individuals reporting on events.

Contributors in Social Journalism

Professional journalists engaging with audiences.

Verification Process in Citizen Journalism

Often lacks formal fact-checking.

Verification Process in Social Journalism

Involves professional oversight and verification.

Nature of Engagement in Citizen Journalism

Primarily shares personal experiences and observations.

Nature of Engagement in Social Journalism

Actively engages audiences in discussions and feedback.

Content Integration in Citizen Journalism

Individual narratives without structured reporting.

Content Integration in Social Journalism

Combines user-generated content with professional journalism.

Crowdsourcing

Refers to the process of obtaining information, insights, or content from a large group of people, often through online platforms.

Examples of Crowdsourcing

1. Wikipedia
2. OpenStreetMap
3. Kickstarter
4. Google Maps
5. Reddit
6. Zooniverse

Wikipedia

An online encyclopedia created and edited by volunteers worldwide. Users can add new entries, edit existing articles, and contribute references.

OpenStreetMap

A collaborative mapping project where users contribute geographical data to create free and editable maps.

Kickstarter

A crowdfunding platform where entrepreneurs present their project ideas to the public for funding.

Google Maps

Allows users to add reviews, photos, and updates about businesses and locations.

Reddit

Individuals (including celebrities, experts, and ordinary people) participate in AMAs where they answer questions from the community.

Zooniverse

A platform for online citizen science projects where volunteers can help with scientific research by analyzing data, such as identifying animals in camera trap images.

Social Media Campaign

These movements relied on the collective participation of individuals sharing their experiences or donations, amplifying awareness and advocacy.

People in Media

Refers to individuals who actively participate in the creation, dissemination, and consumption of media content across various platforms.

Types of Journalists by Medium

- Print Journalists
- Photojournalists
- Broadcast Journalists
- Multimedia Journalists

People Media 2.0

People behind another form of media. Use other forms of media in disseminating information and imparting knowledge.

People as Media 2.0

They are the MEDIA itself. The person serves as the medium for another person to learn or acquire new knowledge.