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Report: The Rise of the Creator-Journalist

How are creators making it work?

Video Consortium

The Video Consortium
Report: The Rise of the Creator-Journalist

As the saying goes, "People trust people, not brands."

Independent video creators are shaking up journalism as audiences move away from traditional media towards social platforms to get their news. But how are these creators making it work? Brought to you by Project C, Fordham University, and our team at the Video Consortium, this study digs into how these creators are finding their groove — and makes the case that they’re not just a trend, but an integral part of the future of news.

Flip through the report below or download it here!


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This study was made possible by Knight Foundation.

Have feedback or want to get in touch? Email creatorsurvey@videoconsortium.org.


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