In a heartfelt tribute, this episode of That Yearbook Podcast commemorates Mike Taylor, CJE, a transformative figure in yearbook education who passed away in January after an 18-month battle with brain cancer. A Life of Passion and Purpose Mike Taylor, known for his spirited personality and unwavering commitment to students and advisers, left an indelible mark on the yearbook community. …
It’s official! The 2024 President’s Collection video series has come to a close. As you were listening to Jim Jordan and Sabrina Schmitz, CJE, celebrate all 34 books in this year’s President’s Collection, you may have noticed there were some common themes (pun intended) throughout. Let’s take a look at the top six things that set award winning yearbooks apart. …
Yearbook season is a whirlwind of creativity, deadlines and capturing memories that last a lifetime. But amidst the excitement, one crucial element often gets overlooked: consistent, professional writing. That’s where AP Style comes in, and mastering it is essential for producing a yearbook that shines. Our latest Timely Tips lesson plan covers this very topic. Why does AP Style matter …
Take your yearbook staff training to the next level with the newest additions to the 2024 President’s Collection Series! This exclusive video series gives you an inside look at nationally recognized, award-winning yearbooks from top-tier programs that work with Walsworth Yearbooks. Each video highlights the bold design choices and powerful storytelling techniques that set these books apart on a national …
Spring deadlines can be one of the most stressful times of the year for your staff. With final pages due, last-minute edits and the push to make sure everything is perfect, it’s easy for motivation to dip and stress levels to rise. But keeping morale high is essential—not just for meeting deadlines but for maintaining a positive and productive team …
Take your staff training to the next level with the latest installment of our 2024 President’s Collection Series! This exclusive video series gives you a behind-the-scenes look at nationally recognized, award-winning yearbooks from top-tier programs that partner with Walsworth Yearbooks. Each video breaks down the standout design choices and storytelling strategies that earned these books national recognition. To make learning …
Walsworth is so proud of our 9 incredible yearbook programs who were honored with a Columbia Scholastic Press Association Gold Crown on Friday, March 21, at the CSPA convention in New York City. The CSPA Gold Crown award recipients were also announced via a livestream for those not in attendance. Walsworth works with 19 of the 48 Gold or Silver …
Level up your staff training with the fifth installment of our 2024 President’s Collection Series! This exclusive video series offers an inside look at nationally recognized, award-winning yearbooks created by top-tier programs that partner with Walsworth Yearbooks. Each video breaks down the design elements and storytelling techniques that earned these books national honors. Watch the full, free videos and unlock …
It’s officially recruitment season! Whether you’re in the early stages of planning your recruitment, already have your new staffers signed up or find yourself somewhere in the middle, you should start thinking about your staff structure for next year. If you’re still knee deep in the recruitment process, take a look at our recruiting page, where you can watch the …
As yearbook deadlines are on the horizon, it’s the perfect time to boost sales and make sure your yearbook is in the hands of as many students as possible. That’s where creative, unconventional marketing strategies come in. In our latest Timely Tips content, we’re sharing a yearbook marketing lesson plan that focuses on guerrilla marketing techniques designed to capture attention …