Advice and guidance
Writing compelling copy: First impressions are everything in journalism and PR
I once wrote the word ‘vasectomy’ in the intro of a Premier League football match report for a national newspaper. I’ll never forget the sports…
Could the Journalism Diversity Fund get your career off to a great start?
The Journalism Diversity Fund awards bursaries to people from diverse backgrounds who need help funding their NCTJ journalism training. It is completely independent from PA…
Shorthand: how can you reach 100 words a minute?
Day one of your NCTJ Diploma and it’s your first lesson in that cornerstone of a journalist’s skills – shorthand. But how do you break…
How To Get a Job in Journalism – simple tips and how to make your CV pop
Are you considering starting a career in journalism? Or perhaps it’s always been a dream but you’re unsure about how to make a career change?…
How To Get a Job in Journalism – Interviewing tips
Being prepared for any interview is a must and here we share some specific advice that will help with interviewing in this sector. Research and…
