MH
Seconded.
Nah, only kiddin'. With regard to how to get in, I suppose that depends on what you want to do. I know the newspaper route though (which can lead to broadcast in the future if it's what you want to do).
I saw the Strathclyde course mentioned and I would highly recommend that - they seem to know what they're doing, especially in the postgraduate.
Many courses run by colleges don't seem to equip people who leave with any skills whatsoever. And editors pick up on courses that consistently deliver good students, so it's a major advantage to start with.
Geek - not surprised that person got a job with Sky, bearing in mind quite how badly the station did covering that particular explosion (famously they were too busy over in Ireland launching their service over there - whatever happened to that?)
The other thing is that, while you're in further education, consistently badger local papers for work experience (preferably your own local, as you'll have an advantage there, but if it's guff don't be afraid to look further afield). For many editors it's a way of testing out future employees, so get in there with ideas, stories, and don't be afraid to do absolutely anything you're asked.
For any budding journalists looking to get a start in a local paper, if you a) have successfully completed a half decent course, b) are enthusiastic, c) can actually write, d) have already proved how good you are by being in the office anyway and e) have your shorthand and law, then you're 99% guaranteed to get a job. Because you're about a million miles ahead of some of the people who apply for jobs day in day out.
I've changed my mind! I don't want to be a journo anymore. I prefer my fluffy slippers and dressing gown to stay comfy. Unless of course the phone rings and i'm urgently needed to write a review for a Dirty Pretty Things or Oasis gig ( VIP pass waiting at the door/box office for me and champers on tap). Then i'll be in my skinny jeans, stilettos, vest top and bomber jacket faster than you can say... Look Carl Barats giving you the eye.. *dreams*
p_c_u_k posted:
Nick Harvey posted:
Trust me, Lorna, you DON'T want to be a journo!
Seconded.
Nah, only kiddin'. With regard to how to get in, I suppose that depends on what you want to do. I know the newspaper route though (which can lead to broadcast in the future if it's what you want to do).
I saw the Strathclyde course mentioned and I would highly recommend that - they seem to know what they're doing, especially in the postgraduate.
Many courses run by colleges don't seem to equip people who leave with any skills whatsoever. And editors pick up on courses that consistently deliver good students, so it's a major advantage to start with.
Geek - not surprised that person got a job with Sky, bearing in mind quite how badly the station did covering that particular explosion (famously they were too busy over in Ireland launching their service over there - whatever happened to that?)
The other thing is that, while you're in further education, consistently badger local papers for work experience (preferably your own local, as you'll have an advantage there, but if it's guff don't be afraid to look further afield). For many editors it's a way of testing out future employees, so get in there with ideas, stories, and don't be afraid to do absolutely anything you're asked.
For any budding journalists looking to get a start in a local paper, if you a) have successfully completed a half decent course, b) are enthusiastic, c) can actually write, d) have already proved how good you are by being in the office anyway and e) have your shorthand and law, then you're 99% guaranteed to get a job. Because you're about a million miles ahead of some of the people who apply for jobs day in day out.
I've changed my mind! I don't want to be a journo anymore. I prefer my fluffy slippers and dressing gown to stay comfy. Unless of course the phone rings and i'm urgently needed to write a review for a Dirty Pretty Things or Oasis gig ( VIP pass waiting at the door/box office for me and champers on tap). Then i'll be in my skinny jeans, stilettos, vest top and bomber jacket faster than you can say... Look Carl Barats giving you the eye.. *dreams*
There is a distinct possibility that I could end up getting post as an press officer from the job I do at the moment, I'll have you know 
and no i'm not Scottish.