Sound of Life Storytelling Workshop

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2024 Sponsors

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 Our Mission

To ignite and/or reignite a passion for the importance of memorable storytelling. This two day workshop will bring in some of the best journalists in the country to share their insights and tips. For storytelling to be successful, it has to be a newsroom philosophy, so this workshop aims to attract journalists from all aspects of the industry, including reporters, solo journalists, photojournalists, producers, digital producers, investigators, managers, students and professors.

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  • "If you come to this workshop and don't get passionate about your profession, then time to go sell shoes.”

    Les Rose
    Syracuse University Professor
    Former CBS Photojournalist

  • "You'll find heart, drive and inspiration at the SOLM Workshop. If you're in a rut, consider yourself recharged!"

    Summer Dashe
    Anchor/Director of Storytelling
    WATE, Knoxville, TN

  • “This workshop is trying to keep news relevant and it shows...one of the best workshops I have ever been to.”

    Hank Cavagnaro
    Multimedia Journalist
    KVUE, Austin, TX

  • "The speakers are the superstars, but you also learn a great deal from the conversations in the hallways and over lunch, as well as gaining the comfort and wisdom in knowing you're not alone."

    Chris Womack
    Sports Director
    WLOS, Asheville, NC

  • “If you want to find motivation, renewed passion and the secrets of storytelling, you'll find it at the Sound of Life Storytelling Workshop.”

    Chris Weaver
    Photojournalist
    WGHP, High Point, NC