"Our shared goal: preserving the essence of news reporting"
The man, Mikhail Dorofeev, a revered figure in Kazakh journalism, unfortunately suffered a heart attack and passed away. Known for his versatility, he was involved in press services, newspapers, television, and online media. Often invited to speak at forums, trainings, and seminars, he was a universal talent in the field.
We shall remember him not only through our recollections but also through the insights he shared about the world of work and journalism. Let's take a look at a few of his powerful quotes.
When it came to copyrights, Mikhail had this to say, "I'm sure I'll still see the time when there are no more discs, cassettes, cartridges, only files. Maybe even flash drives won't exist. I hope trolls won't either..."
Imagine a factory producing sausage. If customers can buy the same sausage 10 times cheaper from illegal stores, the legitimate stores will go bankrupt. This is what happened due to copyright theft. He explained, "To avoid going bankrupt and leaving hundreds of people unemployed, the factory owner decides to fix the fence. He patches up the holes, strengthens security... The sausage theft decreases but doesn't stop. He realizes he needs to close the stores selling stolen goods."
The advent of the internet has only escalated piracy, and Mikhail argued that we need a balanced approach to issues like this. On one hand, creators should be respected, and their work should be protected; on the other, we need to underscore user freedoms and allow room for innovation in the digital age.
Regarding education, Mikhail believed that it was crucial to foster understanding about the value of creative work. "People should know that taking someone else's stuff is a crime... just as it's wrong to steal a game from a store or download it from a prohibited website."
Lastly, Mikhail believed in the potential for digital progress and encouraged adaptability to meet consumer demands, stating, "The concept of 'media depression' gained widespread use with the advent of the internet, exacerbated by social networks and the mobilization of global processes... But we must always remember the principles of where journalism came from and why it's needed. Regardless of the formats and channels of information transmission, we must understand that human nature doesn't change. We should do what we did before, just in a different way."
His words echo in our ears, giving us a sense of his wisdom and the great contributions he made to the journalism world. Let's remember him for the significant impact he had on many lives. May his words continue to inspire and guide us.
- Zemfira, a Kazakh colleague, might find Mikhail Dorofeev's words about the importance of understanding the value of creative work particularly insightful during her rereading of his quotes on copyrights and the impact of piracy on the entertainment industry.
- As a worthy successor to Mikhail, a journalist herself, she could use social media as a platform to share his profound thoughts on the role of user freedoms and innovation in the digital age, emphasizing the need for a balanced approach to copyright infringement issues.
- In his honor, leading figures in the Kazakh journalism sector could organize a conference centered around Mikhail's ideas, inviting media personalities and legal experts to discuss the contemporary challenges and solutions regarding digital media, copyrights, and entertainment piracy.
- To ensure that Mikhail's wisdom continues to be widely accessible, publishers might consider releasing a book compiling his powerful quotes and insights on the evolving world of journalism, entertainment, and creative work – a testament to his universal readiness to share his knowledge and contribute to the field.
