Start the new year by honing your multimedia skills at an SPJ workshop on video storytelling set for Saturday, January 23.

The two-hour program, “Reporters’ Tools: Video Storytelling,” will teach tips for shooting compelling video, the elements of video storytelling, and even how to choose a good video camera.

San Diego Union-Tribune features and nightlife photographer and videographer David Brooks and San Diego News Network multimedia editor Steven Bartholow will lead the workshop.

When:  Saturday, January 23, 2010, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Where:  KGTV Studio, 4600 Air Way, San Diego

Cost:  FREE

RSVP:  spjsandiego@gmail.com

Directions:  Take 94 East to Home Avenue Exit. Turn left on Home Avenue. Turn right at the first light onto Federal Boulevard. Turn right on 47th Street. Go about 200 yards, and turn right on Air Way. Click here for directions from I-805 and I-5.