Media career advice
Professional development tips, with ex-BBC journalist Dhruti Shah
How to find confidence, cheerleaders and career motivation in the new year
Posted by Jacob Granger on 22/12/22Looking for a job in journalism? Check out this advice from industry experts
Media pros share their top tips for improving your job applications and interviews
Posted by Jacob Granger on 08/12/22Tip: Top skills (and people) needed in the modern newsroom
As our workplace and industry evolve, our hiring and training practices must evolve with it
Posted by Jacob Granger on 01/09/22Four reasons the shift to hybrid working is set to stay for young professionals
Managers must be role models to retain the young talent who can feel the benefit of WFH
Posted by Amanda Jones on 22/08/22Tip: NCTJ's guide for providing work experience and internships
Use this set of industry guidelines to put fairer policies in place, allowing a greater diversity of talent to hone their skills in your newsroom
Posted by Jacob Granger on 25/07/22Tip: Use "stay interviews" to retain talent
When employers talk openly with staff looking to leave the company, at best they may convince them to stay, regardless they learn how to improve their workplace
Posted by Jacob Granger on 14/07/22Newsrewired special: training and retaining new journalists
Recruiting predominantly from universities is skewing representation in UK newsrooms. What are the alternatives worth exploring and how do we make them a success?
Posted by Jacob Granger on 31/05/22Foreign journalists can write in English, thank you very much
EU journalists are underrepresented in the British media, it is not a problem of English language barriers
Posted by Camille Dupont on 11/05/22What can be done to create more viable routes into journalism?
80 per cent of the UK press hold university degrees, a one-way route into journalism which is stopping the industry being more representative
Posted by Jacob Granger on 09/05/22Tip: Use non-media experience to your advantage
Having a background in call centres, coffee shops or education can provide transferable skills to work as a journalist
Posted by Jacob Granger on 11/03/22Why UK newsrooms will soon need more apprentices
With rising costs of living, fewer young people may be able to afford university in the coming years. We need to offer more affordable routes to the industry or risk having journalists disconnected from their audiences
Posted by Marcela Kunova on 11/03/22What will it take to get more women into tech roles in the newsroom?
Whether they cover stories about tech or develop new products, women journalists bring fresh voices and views that every news organisation will need to survive and thrive
Posted by Catherine Edwards on 09/03/22How to get your foot in the door at BBC and ITN
So you want to work for the national broadcaster, ITV, Channel 4 or Channel 5 but do not know where to start? Follow this guide
Posted by Amanda Nunn on 08/03/22How to network with commissioning editors
Successful pitching makes a successful freelancer, and that means building relationships
Posted by Marcela Kunova on 18/02/22Video CVs: fab or fad?
Grabbing a recruiter’s attention with a recording of yourself may be just what you need to stand out. But it is not for everyone
Posted by Marcela Kunova on 14/02/22Digital culture and internet reporting: why are these two beats rapidly growing?
It is not all about cat memes - from news about influencers to brands' internet presence, the online world is full of real stories that matter to your audience
Posted by Fern McErlane on 07/02/22Tip: Smash your annual work review
Impress your boss and put yourself in prime position for a promotion
Posted by Jacob Granger on 07/01/22New year, new career?
A dream job does not just pay the rent, it also fulfils your personal and professional needs. So grab a cup of coffee and start working on your career plan for 2022 and beyond
Posted by Jacob Granger on 05/01/22Tip: Prepare for your next job interview
Land the job you are after by making sure you are as prepared as possible
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How to achieve your goals in 2023
It is never too late to plan for success and pick yourself up if something goes wrong. Make this the year you do not fail your ambitions at the first hurdle
Posted by Jacob Granger on 02/01/23