Speaking of news and social media…

John Kerrison’s expert knowledge of media, broadcasting and social media trends has seen him invited on several panels including at events for the Risk Management Institution of Australia and SR7 consultancy. John sees public speaking as another way of sharing ideas and giving back to audiences. His presentations are engaging, fun and informative.

Media 140

John gave his first presentation for Media 140 at the ABC Centre in Ultimo in 2009 on the subject of how social media was changing politics reporting. He joined journalists Annabel Crabb, Caroline Overington and Chris Uhlmann on stage, and argued that social media allowed for more voices in the media landscape in Canberra. The influence of bloggers on policy debate has meant that press gallery journalists no longer control the news agenda– they are now players in a broader narrative that includes savvy users of social media. John Kerrison is now the Sydney host for Media140 forums.

Panel discussions

John is often asked to join panel discussions on social media and its impact on news and business. For the NSW Chapter of the RMIA, John Kerrison spoke about ‘Social Media, friend or foe’. Social Media need not be a threat if rolled out across an organisation effectively. Harnessing the social media habits of current employees is just one way of getting quick leverage in digital spaces. John Kerrison was a panelist and session convenor for the Public Relations Institute of Australia’s 2011 conference on ‘developing successful Social Media campaigns’.

Regional Australia

While the news presenter at Prime Television, John Kerrison was a regular MC and guest speaker over five years across the Central West of New South Wales. He was the MC for the Orange City Christmas carols, the annual Daffodil Ball for cancer research, and the Reading Bug program to promote literacy.