Basics

Journalists need to understand the power of using the right words when writing news stories

This is a short training module setting out the basics for creating a news package for radio. It's been created for those starting out in radio journalism.

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.

Putting together a radio news bulletin is like preparing a satisfying meal that leaves your audience nourished and prepared for the day

Discover how to create concise, compelling TV and radio packages that capture audience attention and deliver information effectively.

Despite the influx of digital information, the foundational skills of "shoe-leather reporting", involving direct contact, investigation, and verification, remain essential for journalists in the modern newsroom.

This article was written for a group of young citizen reporters from remote rural communities in Zimbabwe who were learning how to become journalists.

Make your news writing more interesting by using the “active voice”. Bob Eggington explains this simple and effective technique.