For every journalism job, there are dozens and dozens of applicants. So how do you make sure you get that coveted role? Firstly, by having a great application, and secondly, by giving great interview. I’ve sifted through many, many job applications and conducted and sat in on more than my fair share of interviews, so…
Category: Reporting tips
Reporting tips: Proofreading
This is by far the riskiest blog post I’ve written, since it’s about proofreading and I’m bound to make a mistake that I won’t spot on my subsequent read throughs. Still, let’s treat it as a proofreading test for everyone. Proofreading is a key skill for journalists, since it’s really annoying for news editors and…
Reporting tips: five ways to always have stories for a rainy day
It’s five minutes before a news meeting, and you’ve got nothing on your news list. This is not a situation any reporter wants to find themselves in. With a bit of preparation and some work, you should always be able to have something to put forward in a news meeting. The following five things are…