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Industry Landscape
The journalism and media education industry is undergoing significant transformation, driven by digital disruption and the rise of misinformation. There's a critical need for continuous professional development in areas like digital storytelling, fact-checking, and ethical reporting. Institutions are adapting by offering diverse online and in-person training, focusing on practical skills and media literacy to maintain relevance and combat disinformation.
Total Assets Under Management (AUM)
Journalists and News Analysts Employed in United States
~31,800 (as of May 2022, US Bureau of Labor Statistics)
(-9% (2022-2032, US Bureau of Labor Statistics) CAGR)
- Decline primarily due to shrinking print media.
- Growth in online journalism and digital content.
- Increased demand for specialized skills like data journalism.
Total Addressable Market
5.6 billion USD
Market Growth Stage
Pace of Market Growth
Emerging Technologies
AI-Powered Fact-Checking Tools
AI and machine learning algorithms are being developed to automate parts of the fact-checking process, including identifying misleading information and verifying claims at scale.
Generative AI for Content Creation
Generative AI tools can assist journalists in drafting articles, generating summaries, and personalizing content, potentially increasing efficiency and reach.
Blockchain for Trust & Provenance
Blockchain technology can be used to timestamp and verify the origin and authenticity of news content, enhancing trust and combating deepfakes.
Impactful Policy Frameworks
California Assembly Bill 5 (AB5) (2019)
AB5 codified and expanded the 'ABC test' for classifying workers as employees or independent contractors, making it harder for companies to classify workers as independent contractors.
This policy could impact news organizations' and educational institutions' ability to hire freelance journalists and trainers, potentially increasing labor costs.
Digital Services Act (DSA) (EU, 2022)
While an EU regulation, the DSA imposes broad content moderation and transparency requirements on very large online platforms, impacting how misinformation is handled globally.
Although not a direct US policy, its global reach influences best practices and technological development for combating misinformation, which Poynter's IFCN and MediaWise programs address.
Stop Online Sex Trafficking Act (FOSTA) / Fight Online Sex Trafficking Act (SESTA) (2018)
These federal laws increased the liability of online platforms for content that facilitates sex trafficking, leading platforms to be more cautious about user-generated content.
While primarily focused on sex trafficking, these laws have contributed to a broader trend of platforms taking more aggressive stances on content moderation, indirectly influencing the landscape of free speech and misinformation that journalism education addresses.
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