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Tip: Prepare for the US presidential election

Reporting live on US election day? GIJN provides expert sources, tools and strategies to make it through the event

Posted by Sophie Aristotelous on 02/11/20

Tip: Write the perfect CV for a journalism job

Job applications are tough and competitive, but an original and engaging CV will help you stand out from the crowd

Posted by Emily Redman on 29/10/20

Tip: Strategise with short-form audio content

Evening Standard offers seven ways to break into a crowded podcast market using snippets and soundbites

Posted by Emily Redman on 28/10/20

Tip: Master the art of vox pops

Grabbing soundbites from strangers on the street can be unnerving. Here are all the essential steps to interviewing members of the public

Posted by Emily Redman on 27/10/20

Tip: Four mental health strategies for student newsrooms

Journalists of all levels of experience can be personally affected by the stories they cover. These steps are tailor-made for supporting inexperienced reporters

Posted by Cameron Brooks on 15/10/20

Tip: Make the most of your work experience

Placements and internships are crucial for aspiring journalists to learn the trade. Here are ten tips on how to impress once inside the newsroom

Posted by Cameron Brooks on 14/10/20

Tip: How to recognise misinformation online

Avoid getting caught up in a string of lies on the web. Here are ten tips to tell facts and fiction apart

Posted by Cameron Brooks on 13/10/20

Tip: How to pass the 100wpm shorthand exam

Studying for the shorthand exam can be the bane of many young journalists' studies. Here are nine steps to increase your speed

Posted by Cameron Brooks on 12/10/20

Tip: Ten steps to becoming a brilliant newsroom leader

“Truly great leaders are rare, but decent leadership and management is a craft that can be learned and taught”. Reuters Institute for the Study of Journalism offers advice on managing teams  

Posted by Sandra Stoica on 01/10/20

Tip: A complete guide to data visualisation

Charts and illustrations can help your story come to life. Here is all you need to know about being visually engaging with data

Posted by Sandra Stoica on 30/09/20

Tip: Transform your newsletter strategy

For many local media companies, email is still an undervalued resource. Bookmark these five tips from Dan Oshinsky to reconnect with your audiences

Posted by Sandra Stoica on 29/09/20

Tip: Five steps to become a mobile journalism wizard

Your smartphone can be a handy tool for your everyday reporting, but it can be tough to perfect. PressPad provides takeaways from its mojo masterclass

Posted by James Gray on 22/09/20

Tip: Five steps to creating a successful news app

Looking to help your loyal readers access your content on their smartphone? Follow these tips from The Telegraph that has recently launched its updated digital edition app

Posted by James Gray on 21/09/20

Tip: A beginner’s guide to creating a successful newsletter

Wondering how to define your mission or curate content? Media Voices shares seven lessons learned from launching its daily newsletter

Posted by James Gray on 18/09/20

Tip: Five questions that can bridge polarising conversations

In your next interview, why not try asking: "For those who disagree with you, what would you like them to understand about you?"

Posted by James Gray on 17/09/20

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