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This is a book for everyone whwants tbe a journalist: a practical guide tall you need tknow, learn, and dtsucceed as a trainee reporter in todays newsroom Although the world of journalism is changing fast, as technology blurs the boundaries between newspapers, radio, television and web-based media, the reporters core role remains the same: trecognize news, communicate with people, gather information, and create accurate, balanced, and readable stories Essential Reporting, written by an experienced NCTJ examiner, explains how tdthis Contents include: What makes a good reporterWhat is news, and how tfind itHow newsrooms workDay-to-day life as a reporterKey reporting tasksCovering courts and councilsSuccessful interviewingWriting news storiesSpecialist reporting Handling sound, pictures and the webIt alscontains a wealth of advice, tips and warnings from working journalists, a guide tNCTJ training and examinations, a glossary and a guide tfurther readingIt will be invaluable tanyone embarking on a career in journalism and is the NCTJs recommended introductory text for all students on college and university courses preparing them tbecome successful reporters