Broadcast journalism involves researching, collating and reporting on news and affairs on television in an unbiased manner.

Duties include

• Researching ideas for stories and features
• Pitching ideas to editors and commissioners
• Writing scripts
• Reporting on stories on camera
• Producing reports and features for on air
• Sourcing interviewees and properly preparing them for recorded interviews 

Skills needed

• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Comfortable speaking in front of a camera to a wide audience, if you want to be an on-screen journalist
• Keen interest in news and current affairs
• Understanding of the workings of a newsroom
• Ability to work under pressure with strict deadlines
• Key analytical skills and attention to detail
• Ability to handle situations with sensitivity and diplomacy
• Strong research skills

Useful links

Journalism Masterclasses

How to break into video journalism | Tips in 60 seconds

How to get into sports journalism | Tips in 60 seconds

How to break into entertainment journalism | Tips in 60 seconds

Nick Robinson discusses the challenges facing journalism at the Steve Hewlett Memorial Lecture

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