Journalism is an exciting and rewarding career, and here we will look at some different options you might like to consider.
How to begin your journalism career
Many employers will want to see which kind of qualifications you have. It is generally accepted that NCTJ accreditation is the hallmark of excellence in journalism training.
Once you begin to look for journalism courses online, you will see lots of options, such as schoolofjournalism.co.uk.
Once you are on your way, you might like to consider the range of job opportunities that this career offers.
News Journalism
If you are interested in current affairs and are ready to report on fast-moving stories, then this genre of journalism may appeal to you. Both broadcasters and publishers deal in this kind of reporting and you should be prepared to travel to where the news is breaking if you think this is the kind of career you would like to follow.
Investigative Journalism
You will have to be happy to work in a team or work alone to succeed in this branch of journalism. You will also need to be happy with in-depth research, as many of the stories you will investigate will have a history and be long running. You will use your knowledge alongside developing interpersonal skills to help you delve into stories and learn how to glean information from interviews. Both print and broadcasting outlets employ this kind of journalist.
Sports Journalism
This is a popular and competitive area of journalism and often former professional sports people move into this area. Consequently, you will need to be prepared to be imaginative in the kind of stories you produce and develop the kind of knowledge which is likely to impress potential employers or clients.
Review Journalism
Art critics, who cover everything from cinema, theatre, fine art exhibitions and the newer areas of video games, are often in demand. You will need to be passionate about the area you wish to write about and also knowledgeable in the genre you choose to specialise in.