The researchers conducted a nationwide survey examining the impact of convergence on reporters and producers in small and medium-sized local television markets. We examined the practices of news workers in television media markets 51 and below—markets in which journalism students usually obtain their first jobs. Data revealed nearly 70% of respondents personally performed convergent tasks, and we found significant differences between reporters and producers regarding the convergent activities to which they're tasked. Findings are interpreted in light of training expectations for educators and news managers.
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