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INEWS or ENPS |
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depends on the job. |
| Date Posted: |
06/01/2005 |
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Have you thought about the station's reputation? The people? The benefits? The company? The market? The product?
I've used Newstar (way back), AP NewsCenter, ENPS, DCM, now I-News. I personally like ENPS most, but I-News is fine too.
HOWEVER...
The computer system should not be a deciding factor. If it is, you should divert your thinking process.
If it's "once in a lifetime" (and in this business, nothing is), then put the computer factor out of your mind. |
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if you are a producer, and your entire day involves working with a specific computer system, it is something to consider, although it probably shouldn't be a deal breaker.
i've used both, and inews is by far more user friendly than ENPS. ENPS requires a ton of busy work before you can finally get to the business of writing scripts. inews uses an easy and comprehensive drop down menu system. it's as if you were using a windows based program. everything is familiar and makes sense, as opposed to ENPS.
if you're a producer, the more time you can save, the better. for the most part, ENPS wastes a lot of your time. if you are a reporter or anchor, the computer system is less of a factor.
i would say if all things are equal, go with the station with the computer system you won't be hating. eventually whatever you use will become second nature, but in my experience it happens a lot sooner and easier with inews.
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