Basics
For those starting off in a career in journalism, including what makes news, how to write a story, interviewing tips, and fact-checking.
Preparing for an interview
A journalist needs to be well-prepared when planning an interview. However, after all your research, try to keep the interview to three questions in order to avoid over-complication and confusion.
Developing important news angles
Seeking out new angles on a breaking, developing or running news story is an important part of the editorial process.
Citizen reporting to citizen journalism
This article was written for a group of young citizen reporters from remote rural communities in Zimbabwe who were learning how to become journalists.
News sources and the ‘so what’ factor
Every news story needs at least one reliable source that is able to share information that helps the journalist get to the facts.
Where does news come from?
The job of the journalist is to uncover the stories that shape our understanding of the world.
Attribution and plagiarism
The importance of attribution and avoiding plagiarism.
How to write a radio news script
Radio journalists must write clear scripts that weave together compelling audio clips, ensuring listeners understand a news story's significance.
News writing for beginners
A journalist writing a news story is the author, organiser and decision maker. Without them the story may never be told.
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