iReport: Now anyone can be a journalist (for free)

If you fancy being a journalist, there has never been a better time – provided you don't mind giving your services for free, writes The Guardian.

"Following the successful launch of South Korea's OhMyNews in 2000, dozens of websites now want you to report for them, especially if you have been involved in an earthquake or flood, or been on site during a campus massacre. Train and helicopter crashes, forest fires, robberies and countless other events can at least make local news.

Among these websites is CNN's iReport. All you have to do is upload your story, photo or video. Last month, CNN featured 915 user reports drawn from more than 10,000 submissions. Both numbers are expected to grow."

emily | 7:48 AM | Citizens as Camera Phone Reporters |
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