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Read the news. Amazingly, some journalism students don’t read newspapers. I don’t know why they want to write news, but chances are they won’t if they don’t read it. And yes, that means newspapers, in print or online. For the most part newspapers dictate the news agenda that broadcast news and magazines then follow. But yes, watch television news and listen to radio news as well, and read magazines. And do all of this often, and do it critically.
Read. Write. Read. Write.That's the best w]]> Sat, 23 Aug 2008 20:59:00 +0000 mod http://howtobeajournalismstudent.pbwiki.com/FrontPage email.hidden@example.com (James) James edited FrontPage On Sept 25 I wrote a post on the Online Journalism Blog entitled 'Howtobeajournalismstudent'. The response was generous, and many people added their own tips on separate blogs. It occurred to me that a wiki would be an ideal place to both collate those contributions and corrections/clarifications to the original list. Here it is, please add, remove, change and correct as much as you like by clicking 'Edit page' above. The password, by the way, is 'howto'
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Howtobeajournalismstudent
Read the news. Amazingly, some journalism students don’t read newspapers. I don’t know why they want to write news, but chances are they won’t if they don’t read it. And yes, that means newspapers, in print or online. For the most part newspapers dictate the news agenda that broadcast news and magazines then follow. But yes, watch television news and listen to radio news as well, and read magazines. And do all of this often, and do it critically.
]]> Sat, 23 Aug 2008 20:58:01 +0000 mod http://howtobeajournalismstudent.pbwiki.com/FrontPage email.hidden@example.com (sutra) sutra edited FrontPage]]> Sun, 20 Jul 2008 08:48:34 +0000 mod http://howtobeajournalismstudent.pbwiki.com/FrontPage email.hidden@example.com (Melissa Maracle) Melissa Maracle edited FrontPage Know the difference between news and features. News is new information. It is succinct and to the point - remember the invertedpyramid. Features typically come later, and tend to explore background/history, different angles, case studies/interviews, analysis, trends, and so on of a topical issue. If you’re asked to write a news story, do just that. Don’t write an essay.
Make contacts. Contacts are vital to your work as a journalist -- not only should they be able to tip you off to what’s happening, they will also be a quick and reliable port of call when you need a quote or verification. Contacts are what get you the stories, and flesh them out. From a local vicar to the spokesperson for the Vintage Motorcycle Club, start adding them to a little black book (and spreadsheet), and start making phonecalls now: “Anything happening?” School can also help you make professional contacts who might be able to help you with your career sometime.Or you might be able to help someone else.
join organ]]> Thu, 24 Jan 2008 02:35:28 +0000 mod http://howtobeajournalismstudent.pbwiki.com/FrontPage email.hidden@example.com (Maurreen) Maurreen edited FrontPage Forget you have an opinion. Do you think anyone cares what you think about the condition of trains? Or GM food? Or bullying? Unless you are writing an opinion column (which is unlikely) or a review, remain objective*. Think of yourself as a marriage counsellor: ask the questions and let your sources do the talking.
Know the difference between news and features. News is new information. It is succinct and to the point - remember the invertedpyramid. Features typically come later, and tend to explore background/history, different angles, case studies/interviews, analysis, trends, and so on of a topical issue. If you’re asked to write a news story, do just that. Don’t write an essay.
journalist - -- not only should they be able to tip you off to what’s happening, they will also be a quick and reliable port of call when you need a quote or verification. Contacts are what get you the stories, and flesh them out. From a local vicar to the spokesperson for the Vintage Motorcycle Cl]]> Wed, 31 Oct 2007 05:19:47 +0000 mod http://howtobeajournalismstudent.pbwiki.com/FrontPage email.hidden@example.com (Matthieu LARDEAU) Matthieu LARDEAU edited FrontPage Ask “why?” - NEVER be afraid to challenge the conventions of journalism. Some of the things we’ve done for so long have been done because “that’s the way we’ve always done them.” This goes along with the point above about being willing to fail. If we accept the received wisdom as wisdom - without critical evaluation - we do a disservice to ourselves and to journalism as a whole.
Think about databases - How can a story with lots of data be broken down into manageable bits of information that people can parse by their interests.
Train and get skillsin the basics of Media Firms' Economics and Management (besides journalism skills) - In order that journalists get involved in the management and administration of their news firms, and don't let nonjournalists' managers decideon their ownabout the business model of media firms and consequently the future of news and thus the quality of journalism. The economic conditions of practice of journalism craft are totally part of the job: without a ]]> Mon, 29 Oct 2007 20:27:13 +0000 mod http://howtobeajournalismstudent.pbwiki.com/FrontPage email.hidden@example.com (maurreen Skowran) maurreen Skowran edited FrontPage entitled 'How to be a journalismstudent'. 'Howtobeajournalismstudent'. The response was generous, and many people added their own tips on separate blogs. It occurred to me that a wiki would be an ideal place to both collate those contributions and corrections/clarifications to the original list. Here it is, please add, remove, change and correct as much as you like by clicking 'Edit page' above. The password, by the way, is 'howto'
How to be a journalismstudent
Howtobeajournalismstudent
Read the news. Amazingly, some journalism students don’t read newspapers. I don’t know why they want to write news, but chances are they won’t if they don’t read it. And yes, that means newspapers, in print or online. For the most part newspapers dictate the news agenda that broadcast news and magazines then follow. But yes, watch television news and listen to radio news as well,]]> Fri, 12 Oct 2007 08:04:03 +0000 mod http://howtobeajournalismstudent.pbwiki.com/FrontPage email.hidden@example.com (Andy) Andy edited FrontPage Know what you want to get out of this - and chase it. A degree alone is not going to get you a job; your ability to write and research, your knowledge, and your ability to market yourself and network will be key. You must be motivated to study hard, and in order to be motivated, you must have a motivation, i.e. you must know what the reward is - exposing corruption? becoming editor of the Guardian? Sitting next to Paris Hilton? Then, you must be motivated to do more than study. Get work experience; start a fanzine, or a website, or a blog. Use Facebook to network. Go to events. Send off work. Pitch ideas to editors.
Watch good video - It’s not enough now to just be able to tell a story with words. I love words, but words don’t always do the story justice. Look at good video documentaries. See what they do well, and what could be improved.
Listen to non-music radio stations - Video may be where it's at right nowfor digital journos but don't dismiss radio. Not only is It one of the most responsiv]]> Mon, 08 Oct 2007 13:02:43 +0000 mod http://howtobeajournalismstudent.pbwiki.com/FrontPage email.hidden@example.com (Laura Oliver) Laura Oliver edited FrontPage Think about databases - How can a story with lots of data be broken down into manageable bits of information that people can parse by their interests.
*Note: don’t mistake objectivity for presenting both sides equally - particularly where science is involved. Global warming, the MMR jab, and various other stories have heavy scientific consensus on one side, so don’t fall into the trap of presenting both arguments as if they have equal weight. See this article for more.
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technical technical term means, how someone felt about an event etc. ask them. Getting people to breakdown jargon, explain things in their own words and fact checking will add to your story story and build your confidence as a reporter.
]]> Fri, 05 Oct 2007 11:31:06 +0000 mod http://howtobeajournalismstudent.pbwiki.com/FrontPage email.hidden@example.com (Laura Oliver) Laura Oliver edited FrontPage Think about databases - How can a story with lots of data be broken down into manageable bits of information that people can parse by their interests.
*Note: don’t mistake objectivity for presenting both sides equally - particularly where science is involved. Global warming, the MMR jab, and various other stories have heavy scientific consensus on one side, so don’t fall into the trap of presenting both arguments as if they have equal weight. See this article for more.
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technical term means, how someone felt about an event etc. ask them. Getting people to breakdown jargon, explain things in their own words and fact checking will add to your story and build your confidence as a reporter.
]]> Fri, 05 Oct 2007 11:30:30 +0000 mod http://howtobeajournalismstudent.pbwiki.com/FrontPage email.hidden@example.com (Laura Oliver) Laura Oliver edited FrontPage Think about databases - How can a story with lots of data be broken down into manageable bits of information that people can parse by their interests.
*Note: don’t mistake objectivity for presenting both sides equally - particularly where science is involved. Global warming, the MMR jab, and various other stories have heavy scientific consensus on one side, so don’t fall into the trap of presenting both arguments as if they have equal weight. See this article for more.
19. Don't be afraid to ask 'stupid' questions - the stupidest question is the one you didn't ask. Rather than assuming you know how to spell someone's surname, what that technical term means, how someone felt about an event etc. ask them. Getting people to breakdown jargon, explain things in their own words and fact checking will add to your story and build your confidence as a reporter.
]]> Fri, 05 Oct 2007 11:29:54 +0000 mod http://howtobeajournalismstudent.pbwiki.com/FrontPage email.hidden@example.com (Bryan Murley) Bryan Murley edited FrontPage Know what the rules are so you can break them. There is a laziness about a lot of professional journalism - the he said/she said piece; the ‘expert’ quote; overreliance on official sources; the ‘more research is needed’ exit line. You are a student of journalism, not a trainee. It is hoped you will question the profession, and improve it. Don’t take lists like this lying down, and question everything you read and hear.
Know what you want to get out of this - and chase it. A degree alone is not going to get you a job; your ability to write and research, your knowledge, and your ability to market yourself and network will be key. You must be motivated to study hard, and in order to be motivated, you must have a motivation, i.e. you must know what the reward is - exposing corruption? becoming editor of the Guardian? Sitting next to Paris Hilton? Then, you must be motivated to do more than study. Get work experience; start a fanzine, or a website, or a blog. Use Facebook to network. Go to events. Sen]]> Wed, 03 Oct 2007 02:21:06 +0000 mod http://howtobeajournalismstudent.pbwiki.com/FrontPage email.hidden@example.com (Paul Bradshaw) Paul Bradshaw edited FrontPage you like: like by clicking 'Edit page' above. The password, by the way, is 'howto'
How to be a journalismstudent
Read the news. Amazingly, some journalism students don’t read newspapers. I don’t know why they want to write news, but chances are they won’t if they don’t read it. And yes, that means newspapers, in print or online. For the most part newspapers dictate the news agenda that broadcast news and magazines then follow. But yes, watch television news and listen to radio news as well, and read magazines. And do all of this often, and do it critically.
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