It's a secret
Hello, everyone,
This project has been in the works for a few months now. Today and tomorrow, my business partner Baptiste Thevelein and I will be joining about fifteen media executives—whose identities we won’t reveal—at a location that’s also being kept secret 🤫
This project is Media Off-Site, based on an original idea by Max Leroy more than a year ago, which came about over drinks with Benoit Zante, Quentin Franque, and Marion Wyss. Its visual identity was designed by our graphics team (Christelle Perrin and Maëlle Ledu).
The idea? To come together in a different setting—away from everyday topics and concerns—and in a confidential environment where we can take the time to reflect and discuss issues openly. These discussions will result in a report, available for download. We’re sharing the link with you so you won’t miss the publication as soon as it’s released.
Back to this issue: This month, read our interview with Rémi-Kenzo Pagès, one of the spokespersons for AJAR (Association of Anti-Racist and Raced Journalists), and a spotlight on media outlets that highlight journalists’ biographies. In our announcements, upcoming events, and summer activities, we’ve got work-study opportunities to join us in the fall, a look back at our collaboration with Disclose, and the launch of Vert’s campaign.
Are you in Paris? Stop by and see Baptiste this Friday at Spiil’s 15th-anniversary celebration. He’ll be speaking about future business models for the press. It’s a great opportunity to chat!
Enjoy the read,
— Marine Doux
OFF-SITE MEDIA
New Voices for the Industry
Depressing reports and analyses on the state of the media industry keep coming in, and we are often left on our own to grapple with the sector’s major challenges. But we believe that the future of the media must be shaped collectively: at Media Off-Site, media executives will find a space to share their challenges, to speak outside their newsrooms, and to take the time to reflect and debate openly.
What’s next? We’ll share a final report summarizing our proposals on 10 key industry issues. It will be available online for free so that everyone can access the conclusions of our discussions. Sign up so you don’t miss it!
From the media's perspective
OWEN HUCHON | MEDIANES
AJAR: A Year in Retrospect
The Association of Anti-Racist and People of Color Journalists (AJAR) was founded to try to limit the spread of racist rhetoric in newsrooms and within the journalism profession. Rémi-Kenzo Pagès, one of the spokespeople, looks back on a year marked by rapid growth for the young association and several major media events.
AGATHE KUPFER | MEDIANES
Journalist biographies: how to engage your audience by bringing your media to life?
Although rarely used in France, biographies on news websites allow readers to learn more about the journalists behind the articles (their favorite topics, areas of expertise, journalistic ethics, etc.). Mediapart and The New York Times explain how this tool helps them build trust with their readers while encouraging engagement.
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⟶ We are hiring three work-study students for the start of the school year
Médianes, the studio, is hiring for three apprenticeship positions (work-study), starting in the fall of 2024: a full-stack developer, a graphic designer (UX/UI), and a marketing and communications project manager. Are you interested, or do you know someone who might be? Visit our website.
⟶ Feedback on our collaboration with Disclose
Not long ago, we wrapped up a project with Disclose, an investigative journalism outlet and NGO, which we supported with its newsletter strategy and social media management. Take a look behind the scenes of the project.
⟶ Vert is building his club
Vert, a media outlet with which we’ve had the pleasure of collaborating for the past three years, launched a membership campaign alongside us this Monday to put environmental issues in the spotlight—forever. The goal: 3,000 members by June 16. Want to join the club? Click here.
⟶ Shall we celebrate summer with you?
For anyone who’d like to celebrate the start of summer with us over a drink, join us on July 10 at the Belleville Sauvage bar in the 11th arrondissement. Come meet us and chat with us! RSVP here ⟶
⟶ Come to the Forum on Entrepreneurship in Culture
On June 12, Baptiste Thevelein will speak as part of a series of discussions organized by the Ministry of Culture to discuss the key resources, models, and strategies for successfully launching a media outlet. The event will take place at 9:30 a.m. at the École nationale supérieure d’architecture de Paris-Belleville. Click here to register.
A project? An idea?
Marketing, strategy, design, transformation: Do you have a project? An idea? Take a look at our overview of our services and get in touch. See
you on July 4 for the next edition,
See you very soon.
Médianes, the studio
This newsletter was prepared by Juliette Cahen and Marine Doux, with Christelle Perrin, Pauline Butel, Mathilde Carlier, Maëlle Ledu, Caroline Fauvel, Pénélope Blanchetête, Charlotte Payen, and Baptiste Thevelein.
