Imagine having an AI assistant that can monitor a beat, organise your research or prepare briefing notes before you start work. In this session, Jenny Romano will explain how AI agents work – including the difference between true agents and agentic systems – and show you practical automations that can save journalists hours every week.
When: Wednesday 25 November, 12.30pm – 1.30pm
Where: Online via Zoom
Watch back: All sessions are recorded. Ticket holders will receive a recording after the event along with any accompanying slides and notes provided by the session leader.
During the session you’ll learn:
- What AI agents are, how they differ from agentic systems, and when they’re more useful than a chatbot
- How to automate repetitive newsroom tasks using AI
- Real examples of AI workflows you can adapt for your own reporting
Jenny Romano is the co-founder and CEO of The Newsroom, where she builds AI systems that make newsroom information traceable and accountable through clear provenance. She has also trained more than 1,500 professionals worldwide in streamlining research and editorial workflows with AI.
Pricing
This session is £10 for WiJ members and £25 for non-members.
If you’re not already a member, Women in Journalism membership costs £45 a year and includes discounted event tickets, access to exclusive events, mentoring opportunities and invitations to our annual parties. You can find out more here.
AI for Journalists: Practical Skills for Better Reporting
This session forms part of our 10-part AI for Journalists: Practical Skills for Better Reporting course. You can book individual sessions or save money by purchasing the full 10-session bundle at a discounted rate.
Find out more about the full course bundle here, or explore the individual sessions below.
Week 1: Understand AI with Miriam Phillips
Week 2: Find Better Stories with Miriam Phillips
Week 3: Research Faster with Helena Bengtsson
Week 5: Change the Way You Work
Week 6: Reach Bigger Audiences
Week 7: Write Once Publish Everywhere
