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Advanced Journalism
Our advanced journalism section explores specialised topics for experienced journalists seeking to deepen their expertise. Develop your skills in data journalism, multimedia storytelling, investigative techniques, and complex narrative structures that elevate reporting to the next level. All our material is free to download, adapt and use.
Handling breaking news
Journalists need to have a system in place for covering a breaking news story in order to know who does what and when.
Avoiding retraumatisation in journalism
Journalism educator Zelalem Tesfaye Worku reflects on how journalists should avoid causing further distress when interviewing communities experiencing trauma.
Brand values in news
All news organisations have values. They are the biggest part of the organisation’s brand. Journalists need to uphold these brand values at all times.
Specialisms in journalism
Specialist reporting means going beyond general news coverage in order to develop deep expertise, insight and trust in a particular subject area.
How to deal with press releases
Press releases often reflect someone else’s agenda. Discover how to analyse, verify, and transform them into strong, independent journalism.
Trauma and stress in exile journalism
Journalists working in exile have to cope with a complex and unique mix of trauma and stress that needs resilience and support in order to manage and overcome.
How to handle a media-trained interviewee
How do you interview someone who has been trained to avoid your questions? You have to recognise the techniques, stay calm, and keep digging for facts.
Evidence-based reporting
This guide provides a framework for journalists to compile in-depth reports on any topic by ensuring that all they write is based on verifiable facts.
Creating a current affairs programme
In this article we look at the steps involved in creating a radio news and current affairs programme based on the needs of the target audience.
Critical thinking for journalists
Critical thinking is the bedrock of quality journalism, serving as the essential foundation to help audiences better understand the world.
Types of interviews and when to use them
Interviewing is a core skill of journalism. Here we look at the main interview formats, what each is designed to achieve, and when to use them.
Planning a radio current affairs programme
Explore the difference between radio news and daily current affairs programmes, and learn how they work together to keep audiences fully informed.
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