Tips for journalists
Tip: Making cross-border collaboration a success
Vision, communication and shared resources are all key ingredients to working with journalists from different countries
Posted by Jacob Granger on 19/02/20Tip: Must-read newsletters for freelance journalists
Make sure you are getting all the relevant opportunities and advice straight to your email inbox
Posted by Daniel Green on 18/02/20Tip: Seven smartphone apps for photo editing
Make your mobile journalism picture-perfect with these editing tools
Posted by Marcela Kunova on 17/02/20Tip: How to break into music journalism
Is writing about the latest music for NME your dream job? If so, here is how to you make your first steps into this competitive industry
Posted by Daniel Green on 12/02/20Tip: Make your membership launch a success
Twelve crucial questions to consider before asking your readers to sign up
Posted by Jacob Granger on 11/02/20Tip: All you need to know about NCTJ (and other journalism qualifications)
The qualification is valued in local and regional press, but is it a necessity to get scoops?
Posted by Melissa Spence on 10/02/20Tip: How to become a data journalist
What skills do you need to be trawling through public datasets in pursuit of a story for a living?
Posted by Jacob Granger on 07/02/20Tip: Verifying user-generated content during a breaking news event
The New York Times senior story producer reveals how his team checked the social media footage of the shoot-down of a passenger plane by Iran and debunked the official story
Posted by Daniel Green on 06/02/20Tip: How to include audio in your mobile screen recording
Follow these tips to to set up screen recording on your iPhone and capture audio or voiceover at the same time - perfect for smartphone tutorials
Posted by Daniel Green on 05/02/20Tip: Making collaborative journalism a success
Teamwork can make the dream work - but only if you have good project management
Posted by Daniel Green on 04/02/20Tip: How to introduce reporters to mobile journalism
Download these apps and learn techniques for reporting with only your smartphone
Posted by Jacob Granger on 03/02/20Tip: How to (and how not to) ask for funding
Crowdfunding for your next project or seeking an investment? Here are some rules to follow to give you the best chance of success
Posted by Daniel Green on 30/01/20Tip: How to get verified on Facebook and Instagram
The verified tick is a sought-after symbol of prestige. So how do you get one on your account?
Posted by Jacob Granger on 28/01/20Tip: Discover stories with real impact
Journalists need to look beyond Twitter and Google Trends to uncover stories with the power to change laws and society
Posted by Daniel Green on 23/01/20Tip: How to spot and avoid burnout
Taking time to switch off from work, reaching out to colleagues for support and making healthier life choices can help offset chronic stress
Posted by Daniel Green on 22/01/20Tip: How to make it easier for readers to subscribe
Facebook Journalism Project provide a step-by-step guide to gaining subscribers
Posted by Jacob Granger on 21/01/20Tip: A fact-checker's guide to spotting manipulated video
At a time when false information presents itself in different ways, The Washington Post explains what journalists must look out for and how to take action
Posted by Jacob Granger on 20/01/20Tip: Five ways to boost your Instagram presence
Looking to boost your following? Here are some pointers on creating eye-catching posts which attract followers
Posted by Jacob Granger on 17/01/20Tip: Seven pointers on using Adobe Premiere Pro
Take your desktop editing up a notch with this advise on applying transitions and fixing colour
Posted by Jacob Granger on 16/01/20Crowdfunding platforms for journalists
With newsrooms looking for new ways of financing their journalism, what platforms can they use to fund their next big project?
Posted by Daniel Green on 15/01/20Tip: Find alternatives to VPNs
Although VPNs are useful in allowing access to blocked websites, some are owned by national governments - here are some alternative tools
Posted by Daniel Green on 15/01/20Tip: Improve your SEO skills
Optimising content for search engines is easier than you might think - here are some tips from SEO experts
Posted by Daniel Green on 14/01/20Tip: How to report on migration in Africa and other parts of the world
Bookmark these five tips on correctly covering migration issues
Posted by Marcela Kunova on 13/01/2010 tips for introducing mobile journalism into local newsrooms
Smartphones allow journalists to report from a crowd because they are lightweight and discreet
Posted by Jacob Granger on 13/01/20How to speed up solutions journalism
The Solutions Journalism Network's most prolific contributors offer 14 tips to save time on reporting
Posted by Julia Hotz on 10/01/20Tip: Handy gadgets and gear for journalists
Power banks, smartphone rigs and a copy of essential media law to-hand can be life-savers in the field and on the newsdesk
Posted by Daniel Green on 10/01/20Tip: Spot fake images surrounding the US-Iran conflict using your smartphone
Bookmark this citizens guide to checking social media posts with the device that is already in their back pockets
Posted by Jacob Granger on 09/01/20Tip: New Year's resolutions for the newsroom leaders
How can your news organisation be a better place to work in 2020? Here are some suggestions to take into the year ahead
Posted by Jacob Granger on 03/01/20Tip: How to network at events
Networking may not come naturally to everyone but establishing new contacts and sources is necessary for breaking into journalism and getting scoops
Posted by Daniel Green on 02/01/20Tip: Avoid the pitfalls of predictive journalism
When making forecasts on financial markets and elections, how can journalists prevent leading readers astray?
Posted by Daniel Green on 20/12/19Tip: How to make your longform articles more engaging
What makes readers reach the end of a 3,000-word piece? The trick is to make your opening paragraph count
Posted by Daniel Green on 19/12/19Tip: Eight steps to up your digital storytelling game
Facebook Journalism Project and International Center for Journalists offers an expert's guide to creating compelling video content for social media
Posted by Jacob Granger on 18/12/19Tip: Drive deeper audience engagement on Instagram
How do you achieve 10,000 new followers every day? BBC News offers its inside strategy on Facebook Journalism Project
Posted by Jacob Granger on 17/12/19Tip: Seven recommendations for introducing artificial intelligence to your newsroom
AI can transform journalism but many organisations have not yet explored its potential. Bookmark this guide and start to prepare your team for the AI-powered future
Posted by Marcela Kunova on 16/12/19Tip: Improve your investigative journalism skills
From collaboration to cultivating sources, here are five key themes from this year's Global Investigative Journalism Conference
Posted by Daniel Green on 12/12/19What skills will journalists need in 2020?
Newsroom leaders from FT, CNN and Forbes reveal how they are preparing their reporters for the decade ahead and why it still matters to be able to pick up the phone
Posted by Melissa Spence and Amy Batt on 11/12/19Tip: Learn to organise a data journalism team
Follow this step-by-step guide to building an efficient data reporting unit that can translate complex stories to your audience and visualise findings in an accessible way
Posted by Daniel Green on 11/12/19Tip: Make the most of RSS feeds
Knowing how to use the application can help journalists personalise a steady flow of content - as well as aid data journalism
Posted by Jacob Granger on 10/12/19Tip: Tweetdeck for student journalists
The platform is essential for reporters to find their next story, but it can seem daunting at first - here is a guide for new reporters
Posted by Jacob Granger on 09/12/19Five tips for shooting an on-the-road documentary with your mobile phone
Award-winning cinematographer Cassius Rayner offers his lessons in filming in temperatures of up to 40°C and from the back of a moving vehicle
Posted by Jacob Granger on 09/12/19Tip: Develop your management skills
Newsroom culture is key for a reporter's development and it all starts with senior leaders and managers - here is how to get the best out of your team
Posted by Daniel Green on 06/12/19Tip: Ten resources for data journalists
Get some inspiration for your next data-driven investigation with these tools and pointers
Posted by Jacob Granger on 03/12/19Tip: Proven strategies to make your CV stand out
Want to boost your odds with your next job application? Keep it concise and highlight your relevant skills
Posted by Daniel Green on 02/12/19Tip: Reporting on scientific research
When covering the latest scientific study, make sure you do not fall into the trap of the 'single-study' problem
Posted by Daniel Green on 29/11/19Tip: How to (and how not to) report on Indigenous art
Reporters must portray cultural beliefs and knowledge accurately and fairly - here are the dos and don'ts
Posted by Jacob Granger on 28/11/19Six tips to improve your radio and podcast interviews
Learn how to pick the right guests and not over-edit the conversation
Posted by Damian Radcliffe on 25/11/19Using mobile journalism for small publishers and local news organisations
Can your smartphone be the ideal piece of kit for reporting breaking news and shooting vox pops in the street? Yes — so long as you bring a charger bank and a gimbal
Posted by Jacob Granger on 22/11/19Tip: Five ways to empower women in the newsroom
This advice for female journalists - from female journalists - aims to tackle common struggles together
Posted by Daniel Green on 22/11/19Tip: Explore the power of print
As a number of big Silicon Valley tech firms are launching glossy magazines, here is what you can learn about the value of a print publication for your brand
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Tip: Producing content that works for TikTok
What gets the attention of Gen Z audiences? Explainer content goes down a treat
Posted by Daniel Green on 21/02/20