Finding, coaching and training journalism's next generation.
Note: We are undergoing a slight rebrand, adjusting the program name. We will remain focused on audio, of course. But we want to acknowledge that we have been providing opportunities to learn across media and journalism.
Next Gen Journalism is a 5.5-day, audio-focused, digital journalism project. Our hybrid (some people in-person, some not) program is designed to allow competitively selected participants to learn how to report and produce a non-narrated audio piece while simultaneously creating accompanying multimedia content. Those chosen for the program are paired 1:1 with a professional journalist, who serves as their mentor for the week. Selected reporters are paid a stipend for the week.
“Next Gen” projects are hybrid (remote and in-person). Our selected cohort will report from where they are. Staffing varies by project and falls into these general categories.
This Next Gen behind-the-scenes explainer video uses our March 2023 project at the Wallis Annenberg School of Communications and Journalism at the University of Southern California as a backdrop.
Before applying, please read our Frequently Asked Questions.
The NextGen requirement to immerse myself in a week of audio, digital, video and print journalism was a test to see how passionate I was about journalism. At the end of it, I was ready to do it all over again – because that week was undoubtedly priceless. The mentorship, guidance, and skills learned are the rewards of the project. I still speak about NextGen because it has truly been unforgettable in my career.
Shivani Persaud, WUSF Florida 2022
