Age Quote by Tom Rosenstiel
“Everyone is on Facebook and age is not a determinant of whether a reporter is using Twitter as part of their newsgathering and marketing. Some of the transition is about money at this point - hiring younger reporters is cheaper. Often these reporters are more digitally savvy. But there are plenty of 50-plus journalists employers can find now who are excited about technology, not threatened. It is no longer an either/or proposition.”
About This Quote
Source Article: Journalism in the Digital Age, 2020
Age no longer predicts a reporter's use of social media; skill and cost drive platform choices.
In simple terms: Younger reporters cheaper, but older can be tech‑savvy.
Key Takeaway
Hire based on ability, not age.
Themes
media
technology
employment
Mood
practical
balanced
Type
professional
industry
When to use this quote
- newsrooms
- hiring practices
- social media strategy
- career development
Key Concepts
digital literacy
cost efficiency
Questions to Reflect On
- What training helps older journalists?
- How to balance cost and expertise?
A Different Perspective
Younger bias may overlook experience.
