Tips for journalists
Tip: FAQ for reporting on economic concepts
Use this jargon-buster to understand the difference between income and wealth, and other common misconceptions
Posted by Jacob Granger on 17/08/21Tip: Protect your privacy online
As a journalist, you can be specifically targeted by bad actors online. Bookmark these steps to protect yourself from blackmail or theft of your unpublished stories
Posted by Marcela Kunova on 16/08/21Tip: Grow engagement on Instagram and TikTok
US local news publication Record-Journal shares its best tips for a successful social video strategy
Posted by Marcela Kunova on 13/08/21Tip: Linguistic tricks to improve virtual presenting
Avoid sending your audience to sleep with a monotone or stiff speech
Posted by Jacob Granger on 12/08/21Tip: Transcribe captions from YouTube videos
There is an easier way to turn audio on the online video platform into text
Posted by Jacob Granger on 11/08/21Tip: Pick the right mentor for you
Whether someone is a good source of wisdom and advice depends on their experience, values and personality
Posted by Jacob Granger on 10/08/21Tip: Improve your coverage of hate crimes
When incidents motivated by hate happen, the public wants to know the details as well as the context
Posted by Marcela Kunova on 09/08/21Tip: How to write about traumatic events without re-traumatising people
Learn how to correctly use the language of trauma to make your writing more accurate
Posted by Melanie Weaver on 06/08/21Tip: How to improve your visual storytelling as a cartoonist
When done well, "cartoons can be interpretative, analytical, entertaining and even prophetic." Here is how to get them right
Posted by Melanie Weaver on 05/08/21Tip: Explaining changes to your political coverage
Assure your readers that differences in how politicians are covered is not an act of bias
Posted by Melanie Weaver on 04/08/21Tip: Make the most of your comment section
This useful guide will help you harness a powerful tool for audience engagement
Posted by Melanie Weaver on 03/08/21Tip: What you need to know before pitching a personal essay
Never pressure yourself to bare your soul
Posted by Melanie Weaver on 02/08/21Tip: How to get well-prepared for an internship in journalism
Bookmark these tips to make the most out of your first work opportunity in the media
Posted by Osama Gaweesh on 28/07/21Tip: How journalists from marginalised groups can set healthy work boundaries
You do not have to cover stories or share your own experience if that makes you feel too uncomfortable. Here is how to learn to say ‘no’
Posted by Osama Gaweesh on 27/07/21Tip: Hone your creative process
Struggling with mental block? Use these steps to unlock the creative side of your brain
Posted by Milly Martin on 23/07/21Tip: Become a podcasting pro
Avoid these rookie errors to make your episodes sound top notch
Posted by Milly Martin on 22/07/21Tip: Surviving WFH during a heatwave
Working from a home office should be a breeze
Posted by Milly Martin on 21/07/21Tip: Responsible reporting on eating disorders
Covering personal and sensitive subjects fairly and accurately can make survivors feel seen and understood
Posted by Milly Martin on 20/07/21Tip: Dealing with toxic behaviour in the workplace
Learn how to remove friction and resolve conflict in working environments
Posted by Milly Martin on 19/07/21Tip: Increase your productivity at work
Bottle your motivation and see your projects through
Posted by Jacob Granger on 16/07/21Tip: A one-man band membership strategy
You cannot do everything yourself, so use this guide to set realistic expectations for your reader revenue strategy
Posted by Jacob Granger on 15/07/21Tip: Editor’s golden rules for working with freelancers
If you are not going to pursue their ideas, do not palm off their pitches to Twitter
Posted by Osama Gaweesh on 14/07/21Tip: Fess up when you mess up
Admitting that you made a mistake can help build a relationship with your audience
Posted by Lauren Hardaway on 08/07/21Tip: A guide to all-remote working
Learn how to maintain efficient and healthy work culture while journalists are at home desks
Posted by Jacob Granger on 07/07/21Tip: How to report on scientific failures
Not all science stories are about breakthroughs - but if you are holding the scientific community to account, do it accurately and correctly
Posted by Lauren Hardaway on 06/07/21Tip: How to enhance diversity of women in your reporting
Explore new ways of being more inclusive when identifying and selecting sources for your stories
Posted by Lauren Hardaway on 05/07/21Tip: Make your reader contests a success
Creating hype and engagement is not always about expensive prizes
Posted by Jacob Granger on 02/07/21Tip: How to report on poverty ethically
Keeping your coverage accurate and responsible will stop perpetuating stereotypes and stigmas
Posted by Jacob Granger on 01/07/21Tip: Go mojo for your summer snaps and videos
Shooting in sunlight? Use your smartphone to capture picture perfect shots
Posted by Jacob Granger on 30/06/21Tip: Boost your company's LinkedIn page
Drive up your followers on the platform best-known for professional networking
Posted by Jacob Granger on 29/06/21Tip: Tools to investigate wildlife trafficking
Use these geo-mapping techniques to track an increasingly sophisticated illegal trade
Posted by Jacob Granger on 28/06/21Tip: How to investigate domestic water issues
More people than you think have no access to safe, running water, even in countries like the US. Make sure to cover this beat appropriately
Posted by Jacob Granger on 25/06/21Tip: Getting your foot in the door of the industry
Follow these steps and your first big job in journalism
Posted by Jacob Granger on 23/06/21Tip: Know your immigration vocabulary
Learn how to correctly use all the important terms, like asylum, visa and deportation and avoid perpetuating stereotypes
Posted by Jacob Granger on 22/06/21Tip: A freelancer's guide to solutions journalism
Download this document containing everything you need to know from sourcing funding to maintaining balance
Posted by Jacob Granger on 21/06/21Tip: A BBC journalist's guide to working in podcasting
Award-winning producer Georgia Coan shares lessons on producing shows, handling sensitive stories and working for the broadcaster
Posted by Jacob Granger on 18/06/21Tip: Make your Instagram Stories more engaging
Use these simple and effective tricks to get closer to your audience
Posted by Katie Templeton-Knight on 16/06/21Tip: Build trust with media funders
Establish a solid working relationship with those backing your projects and investigations
Posted by Katie Templeton-Knight on 15/06/21Tip: Dealing with imposter syndrome
Believe in yourself. Your achievements are not the result of dumb luck
Posted by Katie Templeton-Knight on 14/06/21Tip: Foster trust to grow your revenue
People are willing to pay for news but they need to perceive it as credible
Posted by Jacob Granger on 11/06/21Tip: Maintain healthy work-life balance as a student
Stay on top of your responsibilties and hobbies without sacrificing a good night's sleep
Posted by Jacob Granger on 10/06/21Tip: Keep your investigative work organised
Avoid getting overwhelmed by the reams of documents and databases
Posted by Jacob Granger on 09/06/21Tip: A guide to investigating femicide
Secure the right data and experts when exploring this underreported topic
Posted by Jacob Granger on 07/06/21Tip: Adding Clubhouse and Twitter Spaces to your audience strategy
The pandemic made the use of audio-based social apps popular among publishers and the public. Use them more creatively to grow your following
Posted by Marcela Kunova on 04/06/21Tip: Create a model for transparent reporting
Washington Post reporter David Fahrenthold shares advice on covering secretive organisations and powerful figures who prefer to spin their own narratives
Posted by Marcela Kunova on 03/06/21Tip: Work smarter - not harder
Journalists are becoming stretched and burnt out. Use this three-step plan to prioritise the most important work and ditch low-value projects
Posted by Jacob Granger on 02/06/21Tip: Guidelines for reporting on suicide
Use this expert advice to ensure your coverage is accurate, responsible and respectful
Posted by Josey Vaughan-Hughes on 01/06/21Tip: Make your work experience count
Placements can teach young journalists the value of perseverance and a can-do attitude
Posted by Josey Vaughan-Hughes on 28/05/21Tip: Grow your social media audience
Use these 12 universal lessons to up your followers on any platform: Instagram, Twitter or TikTok
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Tip: Create slides and cards on social media to increase audience engagement
Clever use of visuals can stop your readers from scrolling and help translate a complex story into an engaging read
Posted by Marcela Kunova on 18/08/21