First Jobs: How to find them
- The journalism field may be in flux, but steps to finding a starting point remain the same. Some thoughts to consider that don't involve a resume
First Jobs: Things never to say to a News Director
- Some helpful tips of what NOT to say to a News Director...
Weather Rules: Covering the big storm
- Preparation is what sets the veterans apart from the rookies.
Weather Rules: Knowing Your Audience
- Knowing the people. Knowing the land. Getting the names right! Weather forecasting means adapting, and getting it right every time.
News Writing: Be Different
- To break out of boring writing ruts, find ways to think out-of-the-box in your reporting.
Recent Posts
First Jobs: A Pep Talk for Journos; Perspective
A pep talk; perspective for journos from Anchor/Reporter Morgan Chesky -- Don't lot the bad days make you lose sight of the big picture.
Open Discussion: A Day in the life of “The REAL News Photographer”
You've got to check out this video... a well told example of a day in the life of a television news photographer.
First Jobs: What’s Your “Digital Tattoo?”
FRIDAY FROM THE VAULT: Think about the things you post online. It's fair game for anyone to take - and in some cases, use against you.
First Jobs: When To Look For an Agent
A few tips on when to look for a talent agent, and what you should expect from the deal.
First Jobs: Meet The Press
Understanding the behind-the-scenes landscape of a big news story
First Jobs: Coming Up with Story Ideas
The importance of filling the rundown with story ideas - each and every day.
First Jobs: Some Harsh Realities of Field Reporting
Day in and day out, you will face some difficult situations as a field reporter -- an aspect of the job that most beginners don't realize.
News Writing: Breaking Cliches of the “Broadcaster” Voice
Don't try to mimic the "broadcaster" of the 1980's - those days are gone. Just be yourself, and speak normally.
