What Skills Will Future Journalists Need?

Sandra Ordonez writes via MediaShift:

Overall, experts agreed that the future journalist will be:

* A multitasker, juggling various responsibilities and roles, many which may have nothing to do with “traditional” journalism.

* Technologically savvy, having at least a basic understanding of programming, web tools, and web culture.

* A gatekeeper for a particular beat, directing readers to the most current and trustworthy news, regardless of who wrote it or where it's housed.

* A versatile storyteller, who knows how to present a story online in various formats.

* A brand and a community manager, who cultivates a constant and interactive conversation with their readership.