Bootcamp Pittsburgh
Bootcamp Pittsburgh
April 2007: When PodCamp Pittsburgh attendees realized there was a noticeable “information gap” between active social media creators and those who were just getting started, they realized something had to be done to close that gap.
Five months after the first PodCamp Pittsburgh, those concerned creators formed BootCamp, an “entry-level” event for anyone unfamiliar with blogging, podcasting and other social media forms. Over 130 attendees converged at The Art Institute of Pittsburgh for a day of learning, which included:
* The basics of blogging, podcasting and photo-sharing
* Hands-on guidance on “How to Start Your Own Blog”
* Tips on using social media for business and educational purposes
* A crash course on internet music production from popular web musician Matthew Ebel
Press Releases
“FREE Internet BootCamp Announces Schedule” (4/12/2007)
“Pittsburgh to Host First-Ever Podcasting and Blogging BootCamp” (3/26/2007)
Photos/Graphics
Matthew Ebel. The cast of Something to Be Desired. iJustine.
Media Coverage
- Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, “Free podcast workshop tomorrow ” (4/20/2007)
- The Netio Show (Bill Alexander’s TalkShoe podcast), (4/18/2007)
- Mean Gene (local poker blog & BCPGH speaker)
- My Life and Times
- John C. Havens interviewed Justin for About.com (GTP #33)
- Star Dot Star Comics
- Mike Madison’s Pittsblog
- Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, “Bits&Bytes: Startup has ‘secret’ product to increase online video capacity,” third item (4/14/2007)
- Lyrique Tragedy Reviews
- Minute Lit Tech
- Pittsburgh Bloggers
- Geek Riot
- Have a Good Sandwich
- Build a Better Website
- Metroblogging Pittsburgh
- Upcoming.org
- Rauterkus.blogspot.com
Know other media/people who have mentioned BootCamp PGH? Tell us!
Schedule and Sessions
| Time | Track (Location) |
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| 9:00 |
DOORS OPEN Arrive. Check in. Schmooze. Light breakfast (coffee, juice and muffins / bagels) available. |
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| 9:30 |
KICKOFF: “What Do YOU Want to Say?” |
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| Blogging (421) | Podcasting (434) | Social Networking (435) | Panel Discussion (440/439) | Computer Lab (425) | Mentor Lounge | |
| 10:00 |
Intro to Blogging What IS a blog? How do you create a blog? How do you build an audience? How do you sustain that audience? Hosted by Cindy Closkey, Mike Woycheck, and Christina Schulman |
Start Podcasting Right Now! How to use your digital camera, voice recorder or cell phone to create a podcast. Hosted by Chris Brogan and Alex Landefeld |
Unusual Approaches to Social Networking – How highly targeted niche programs found their audiences and keep on growing… even internationally. Hosted by Mike Sorg and the Wrestling Mayhem Crew |
New Media = New Business Opportunities? Wondering how the current shift in media control will empower customers and create jobs? Enjoy improvisation and winning prizes? Like rhetorical questions? Come watch a short presentation followed by a competitive game that totally leverages Web 2.0 synergies. Hosted by Jia Ji of Guru.com. Judging Panel includes Joel Witt and a mystery guest |
Hands On: Get Connected – In this workshop, you’ll use MySpace, Twitter and other social networking tools to establish your online persona. Hosted by iJustine |
Mentor Lounge – Talk one-on-one with experienced bloggers and podcasters, and get practical advice and hands-on guidance |
| 11:00 |
The Bare Basics of PR – How do you write a press release or create a contact list? Learn to work with blogs, TV, newspapers and other media outlets to spread YOUR word. Hosted by Erik Schark, PR Director for PodCamp PGH |
Intro to Podcasting What IS a podcast? How do you create a podcast? How do you build an audience? How do you sustain that audience? Hosted by Jim Shireman of Sportsocracy and Valerie Head |
Building Your Brand – What IS a brand? Is it your logo? Your company? Your message? In new media, YOU ARE YOUR BRAND. Here’s how. Hosted by iJustine, Kimberly Reed, Rachel Arnold of Elias-Savion, and Spreadshirt (Repeated at 2 PM) |
Managing Workflow and Working with Others – From organization and time management to collaboration and delegation, learn the basics you’ll need to ensure your first blog or podcast isn’t your last |
Hands On: Using WordPress to Start Blogging Now! – In this workshop, you’ll learn how to use one of the leading blog platforms to start blogging today! Hosted by John Carman and Mike Woycheck |
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| 12:00 |
Photoblogging Use your camera, Flickr and your blog tool of choice to tell stories with pictures. Hosted by Sriram Bala |
How and Where to Host Your Podcast – Whether you’re creating audio, video or both, there are many ways you can host and distribute your media. Learn the basics here. Hosted by Shawn Smith of Geek Riot |
Intro to Social Networking What IS social networking? How do you get started? How do you build your network? How do you utilize that network? Hosted by Jim Shireman of Sportsocracy and Alex Landefeld |
Integrating New Media into Existing Businesses – Whether you’re a sole proprietor, a close-knit small business or a large corporation, you’ll learn ways to add new media solutions to your toolbox without derailing what already works for you. Hosted by Josh Sager . Panel includes Rich Westerfield of Aldo Coffee , Jia Ji and John Carman |
Hands On: The Bare Basics of Web Design – Need a hand creating a website that doesn’t drive traffic away? Learn the basics of good design. Hosted by Randy Chambers | |
| 01:00 | Lunch | |||||
| 02:00 |
10 Trends Shaping the Face of Media - How new media changes our expectations and experience with information & entertainment. Hosted by Joel Witt, Communications Mgr @ The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore |
Intro to Audio Recording Learn the ins and outs of microphones, recording, compression and more. Hosted by podsafe musician Matthew Ebel (who recorded his last album in Garage Band!) |
Building Your Brand – What IS a brand? Is it your logo? Your company? Your message? In new media, YOU ARE YOUR BRAND. Here’s how. Hosted by Norm Huelsman, Mark Rauterkus and Spreadshirt (Repeated from 11 AM) |
Performance Tips: Finding Your Voice – In text, in audio and on video: make sure you’re being clear, entertaining and engaging. Hosted by iJustine and the cast of Something to Be Desired |
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Mentor Lounge – Talk one-on-one with experienced bloggers and podcasters, and get practical advice and hands-on guidance |
| 03:00 |
Media + Politics – How new media changes political and community action using wikis, hybrid CDs and concept maps. Hosted |
Intro to Video Production & Distribution - Strap in for a crash course on how to shoot, upload, distribute and monetize web video. Hosted by STBD ‘s Justin Kownacki |
Flickr: Photoblogging Meets Social Networking – How the Pittsburgh Flickr group uses photoblogging to network online and in the real world, including the monthly “Exposure” photo show. Sriram Bala (moderator), Chuck Schneider, Joey Kennedy (pending confirmation). |
Bare Basics of Monetization – Even artists need to eat. Hosted by Gene Bromberg and Spreadshirt |
Hands On: Create a Live Talkcast – In this interactive session, everyone in the room will take part in a live Talkcast recorded, hosted and distributed by TalkShoe. Hosted by TalkShoe VP Mark Juliano |
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| 04:00 |
The Value of Community Now that everyone’s a few hours smarter, Justin Kownacki and Chris Brogan will help you maximize your newfound contacts and build toward the future – plus, a BootCamp Wrap-Up |
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