Establishing yourself as part of the local media has it’s personal advantages. As time has progressed for me and my hyperlocal blogging efforts, I’m able to do things now, that a year and a half ago would not have been possible.
I write about a lot of things here on BloggerLens but my main job and focus in my real life are that as a citizen journalist in my hometown. The relationships that are possible when you become a hyperlocal blogger can certainly open doors and opportunities if you will only pursue. When you establish credibility in your local community as a citizen journalist or blogger, you will begin to see opportunities present themselves to you. Your site, social media presence and your content can take you a long way in this day and time.
I want to share with you today an event I was part of back in November. My local town sponsored the Warriors & Warbirds Airshow. I was invited to participate in a media flight with the T-28 Trojan Horsemen Flying Team. It was one of the biggest thrills of my life. The video below is my flight from start to finish, shot in HD with my Canon XH A1. I added very little music to this video as to capture the natural sounds of this flight. If you have never experienced close formation flying, you will be amazed at the skill of these pilots. I was required to wear a parachute during this flight. That get’s you to thinking a little and wondering if you made your last life insurance payment.
The benefits of being a citizen journalist are many. I hope you enjoy the video.
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My partner would kill to do this – in fact I wouldn’t mind either! Put in on the likst of must do activities when we make it to Monroe, NC!