Updated version of previous presentation for a Careers Fair

1. Take 5 series by
@simonecas
5 ways to get into journalism

2. 1. Consider a journalism degree. If you
have another degree, do an accredited
course, such as an NCTJ diploma. Apply
for work experience then network like
crazy.

3. 2. Start a blog to build an online
portfolio of your work. Develop a
social media profile and interact with
journalists on Twitter.

4. 3. Research publications and send
unsolicited CVs - it’s old school, but
many prefer a letter to more emails in
their inbox.

5. 4. Start small: a student publication, local
newspaper, charity/community newsletter...

6. 5. Make use of any foreign language
you know and keep it up - Arabic and
Chinese are very relevant right now.

7. Thanks for reading!
Photos: Prawny, NBC via Wikimedia, The Italian voice, Al Ravenna via Wikimedia, Marian Gadzalski via
Wikimedia, University of Maryland Press Releases. Copyright @simonecas
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Fiveish web wonders
1. Routes into journalism
http://careers.guardian.co.uk/journalism-
careers-advice?commentpage=4
http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/blogcollegeofjour
nalism
http://www.bbc.co.uk/careers/work-
experience/
2. How to become a freelance writer
http://careers.guardian.co.uk/careers-
blog/freelance-writer
3. Funky advice for wannabe journos
http://wannabehacks.co.uk/
4. National media: pro forum & training
http://www.journalism.co.uk/
5. Local newspapers: jobs & advice
http://www.holdthefrontpage.co.uk/
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