Learn Journalism: Learn How to Start a Career in Journalism

What is journalism? Most of us have an image in our head about what journalism is. But how accurate is our imagination of journalism and what is the true reality of being a journalist? 

Learn about why journalists are important to our society and the role of journalism in serving the public good.

Before we jump into the big career stuff, we need to learn about journalism first.

Learn how to use the SINful method to find out if a story is newsworthy.

Learn about the 5Ws of a news story.

Learn three tips on how to find news stories in your community.

Learn how to pitch news stories to editors and producers via e-mail and in person.

Learn about the inverted pyramid of journalism and how to write a news story beginning with the most important facts.

Let's talk about news headlines and how you and write a compelling one.

Let's learn about the format of a news story so you can structure yours in the best way

The key to publishing a good story that's tight and easy to read is in the editing process. Let's learn how to implement editing to improve our stories.

Let's get started with an intro to video journalism. In this section, you'll learn the basics of video journalism.

Here's a few suggestions that may come in handy for video editing apps. Remember it's not necessary for you to use the same apps and you can even use a computer if you prefer. This workflow is totally up to you and I'm here to help you if you have any questions.

Learn how to frame yourself on camera if you don't have a cameraman following you around. Remember most journalists don't now. Cameramen have been cut in a lot of newsrooms and are often producing their own stories now.

Here are some microphone suggestions to improve your audio for mobile journalism.

Learn how to frame your interview subjects using the rule of thirds.

Learn the structure and specific components of a video journalism story

Let's create our own mini journalism story using a mobile device.

Let's break down a news story that I did and find all the components of a news story.

Here are 5 things you should avoid as a journalist if you want to save your career.

Here's an introduction to libel and slander and how to avoid them. It's important to look up the libel and slander laws as well as the freedom of expression laws in your country to protect you legally and to protect your safety.

Here are some different types of journalism you can explore. I challenge you to start thinking about the type of journalist you want to be.

Want to learn how to be self-sufficient and become an independent reporter? 

Learn how to use online video platforms to boost your credibility as a journalist and grow an audience. This video contains a secret hyperlocal marketing tip.

Learn how to build a LinkedIn and a Muckrack for journalism.

Freelance writing and pitching can help you bridge the gap while you're looking for a career in journalism.

Here's how to apply for jobs in journalism. I show you my full resume and cover letter to give you an idea about how to apply for a job in the field.

So you're looking for a career in journalism and need some additional income, but don't want to work in a fast food place? Here's something you can do to improve your journalism skills and make ends meet. This is your toolkit.

Woah! Look at you. You did it! Congratulations on completing the course. I'm so happy you decided to take this journalism course. Please let me know if there's anything I can do to help your learning and comprehension of the materials. I wish you all the best.