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A lot is made of how mobile journalism can revolutionise the newsroom, not least by us here at Journalism.co.uk.
But getting the latest smartphone and kitting it out with endless gadgets and widgets doesn't mean the footage produced will be broadcast ready.
Check out these tips from the International Journalists' Network on improving your hand-held mobile journalism skills, including advice such as adding weight to stabilise the shot or finding the best stance to take while holding your device.
Again, it won't turn an amateur into an overnight success, but it's a start.
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