Daniel Nardinelli, 31
Chief operating officer, Inside Sacramento Sacramento, Calif. Education: California State University— Sacramento, bachelor of science, graphic design
What advice do you have for other young professionals in the news industry?
Stay the course. There is a lot of questioning and detractors of our industry. It is important to trust yourself and have the strength of your convictions. Also, network, network, network. Build relationships. Join your local chamber of commerce. Volunteer and freelance to build your body of work and diversify your opportunities.
Where do you see the future of print heading?
I see the future of print maintaining itself well into the future. Many industries have seen recent resurgences simply due to the nostalgic effect they pose (vinyl records, film cameras, etc.), or the pride consumers exhibit in perceived exclusivity. Readers are growing more and more proud of their consumption of printed content. Print will never go away as green technology allows for more environmentally friendly materials and recycled products. As screens become more and more dominate in our lives, the need for a break from digital content becomes equally important. Print media allows readers to control their own consumption of content on their own schedule providing a powerful balance to our everyday lives.