Facebook Outlines Best Practices For Journalists

As the recent tragedy in Boston showed, Facebook can be a valuable resource for journalists looking to spread the news, as well as to connect with readers and sources. Facebook recently published a thorough guide outlining the best practices for reporters on the social network.

As the recent tragedy in Boston showed, Facebook can be a valuable resource for journalists looking to spread the news, as well as to connect with readers and sources. Facebook recently published a thorough guide outlining the best practices for reporters on the social network.

If a journalist wants to have a presence on Facebook, they first have to decide if they want to open up their own Timeline to followers or create a page. By turning on the follow feature, it allows journalists to put out news to those who are interested without having to add them as friends.

Facebook also recommends that journalists choose a professional profile photo and a relevant cover photo.

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