#multimediastorytelling

Writing the thesis paper for my New Media Journalism capstone was one of the most meaningful and rewarding parts of this entire journey. All the skills and techniques I learned throughout the program—multimedia storytelling, digital reporting, research, and editing—came together in this comprehensive project. It allowed me to deeply explore a single topic and document its evolution across various media formats including text, photos, videos, and graphics. I truly enjoyed how each chapter in the thesis gave me the opportunity to demonstrate my personal growth, reflect thoughtfully on the mission and methods of multimedia journalism, and create a lasting record of my learning and development in the program.

Putting the paper together was especially satisfying because it showcased both my creativity and newly honed technical skills. This process was not without challenges. At times, the pace of feedback slowed, and waiting for comments on my drafts made me anxious about whether I was progressing correctly. However, Dr. Carsten consistently delivered thoughtful, constructive feedback that made a real difference in the quality of the final product. These insights helped me improve my writing's clarity, precision, and depth while keeping me motivated and confident despite the waiting periods. Such support was invaluable and encouraging throughout.

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Podcasting is unique in the way that interviews can be held remotely, this gives the interviewer access to taking notes, reviewing questions, or even fact-checking information in real time. With the visual aspect removed and the senses limited to just sound, the listening experience can often feel more “intimate” for the listener. That very reason is why I would consider myself a podcast gal. In fact it’s one of my main sources of entertainment. The intimacy and often “low-key” tone of most podcasts I listen to make it easy to consume content from some of my favorite creators while also living my very busy, on the go lifestyle. 

The podcasts I listen to vary, but more often than not follow a casual, conversationalist structure. Gals On The Go, being one of my favorites. It is essentially two best friends engaging in a conversation for one hour about their current social life plans, travel stories, or reporting on upcoming trends. As a listener, for the entirety of the episode I feel like I’m having a facetime call with close friends. It’s easy and simple to follow along with but also engaging and relatable. 

The minority of podcasts I listen to tell a more structured story. Crime Junkie (another favorite of mine) reports a new true crime story each week. I look forward to and appreciate the flow of the podcast coupled with additional storytelling aspects of 9-11 audio clips or interviews of family members related to the case. 

ILYSM (I Love You So Much) podcast maries both qualities of structure and clear storytelling with casual and off-script commentary by the host. Each week the host, Kenzie Elizabeth begins her podcast with a life-update/life stories, followed by an interview or deep dive into a particular topic. 

Gorski kotar, the Croatian mountain area, has lost 30% of its population in the last 40 years. Due to the lack of work young people are constantly leaving to bigger cities like Zagreb and Rijeka.

Pečišće is a small village near the city of Skrad. The last family that inhabited the village, moved away in 2013. Like many other villages throughout Gorski Kotar, Pečišće has lost all of its inhabitants.

Dalibor Talajić is a photographer born in 1973 in Rijeka, Croatia. He started to photograph after completing his painting degree at the Fine Art Academy in Bologna in 2001.