Basics

In this, the third module in the series about language and style from The News Manual, we look at some of the most important grammatical rules for news writing, at some common mistakes and how to correct them.

Reporting on court hearings requires an understanding of local laws and knowing what can be reported and what can‘t.

Tips about the steps a video journalist can take to enhance the quality of filmed interviews.

This module was written for trainee journalists in Zimbabwe who were keen to learn how to produce in-depth video reports about life in their remote rural communities.

The interview is one of the basic tools of journalism. You cannot be a good journalist without being a good interviewer and a careful listener.

Letting the pictures tell the story is an important skill for TV journalists

Some suggestions for journalists preparing for a job interview.

Every news story needs at least one reliable source that is able to share information that helps the journalist get to the facts.