thoughts about SPJ code of ethics

http://alexismontano.wordpress.com/2013/03/05/my-thoughts-on-the-spj-code-of-ethics/

1. In order to incorporate more of an understanding of ethics in multimedia journalism, I think this code of ethics is missing key elements of types of journalism that isn’t print. Video and re-enactments are spoken of in the “Seek Truth and Report It” section, but is lacking in all the others. This code should talk more about ethical rules applying to putting together audio and motion without losing context or credibility.

2. I faced an ethical choice when dealing with a profile I was writing about an ex-stockbroker named Michael Kapp last year. As I interviewed him, I came to the conclusion that his decision to work on Wall Street stemmed directly from the passing of his younger brother. I knew I had to ask more in-depth questions to get the full story, but I showed compassion and understanding as well as sympathy, allowing Mr. Kapp to feel comfortable. He shed a few tears, but eventually mustered up the confidence to tell me what exactly happened to his brother and how it related to his job. He later thanked me for being so sentimental to his feelings and showing emotion rather than being a stoic reporter just trying to do their job and get the facts.