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Essential Journalism

The NCTJ Guide for Trainee Journalists

Jonathan Baker author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd

Published:30th Jun '21

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This book is a practical guide to all aspects of modern journalism for anyone seeking to study for the National Council for the Training of Journalists (NCTJ) Diploma in Journalism and become a qualified journalist in the UK.

Written in collaboration with the NCTJ, Essential Journalism outlines everything you need to know about the journalism industry today, from its ethical framework to its practice across print, television, radio, online and social media. It looks at the core principles and the skills that are required of journalists across all platforms, helping students develop an overall understanding of the business and examining the application and adaptation of traditional best practice to the demands of the digital age. This is a unique one-stop shop for anyone who wants to understand the nature and purpose of journalism, and how it is changing and evolving in today’s digital newsrooms.

This book is a core resource for journalism trainees and undergraduates, as well as for seasoned practitioners and lecturers.

"Today's journalists need to be flexible, adaptable and multiskilled, while respecting the core values that underpin the best journalism. This book is about applying time-honoured principles in a digital age - and as such, should be required reading for established professionals, as well as those taking their first steps in journalism." - Francesca Unsworth, Director of News and Current Affairs, BBC

"From the outset, readers of this exceptionally relevant textbook are given a compelling insight into the changing industry they are preparing for. Such knowledge is invaluable for thriving in today's - and tomorrow's - newsroom. This a guide packed with expert knowledge and highly practical advice, which should grace the bookshelves - digital or real world - of any journalist." - Alison Gow, President of the Society of Editors and Audience and Content Director North West, Reach plc.

"The need for properly trained journalists delivering trusted news has never been greater. While the media landscape is more complex than ever, the core skills needed remain the same. Anyone seeking a career in the industry should read this book to gain a better understanding of journalism in its many forms and the vital role it continues to play in our society." - Martin Wright, Editor in Chief, Midland News Association

ISBN: 9780367645892

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 820g

452 pages