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Communication & Journalism - Interviewing for Journalists (Media Skills)

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Book Synopsis: Interviewing for Journalists focuses on the central journalistic skill of how to ask the right questions in the right way. It is a practical and concise guide for all print and online journalists – professionals, students and trainees – who write news stories and features for newspapers, magazines and online publications. In the age of digital journalism, where computer-based research is easily available, this new edition seeks to emphasise the value of getting out there, engaging with people directly and building relationships to create original and meaningful media content. Interviewing for Journalists highlights the many different approaches to interviewing, from vox pops and press conferences to news interviews and in-depth profiles. This third edition features brand new interviews with some of the most successful journalists in the industry, including Camilla Long of The Sunday Times, Heidi Blake of BuzzFeed UK, Brian Viner of the Daily Mail and award-winning freelance writers Cole Moreton and Stephanie Rafanelli. It covers every stage of interviewing, such as research, fixing interviews, structuring questions, body language, how to get vivid quotes and how to handle challenging interviews.The third edition of Interviewing for Journalists includes:advice on how to carry out face-to-face, telephone and online interviews;tips on taking notes, shorthand and recording interviews;guidance on dealing with different interviewees, such as celebrities, politicians and vulnerable people; interviewing tasks to put your journalistic skills into practice;a discussion of ethical and legal issues by Professor Tim Crook of Goldsmiths, University of London.

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Are you a journalist looking to sharpen your interviewing skills? Look no further! Our book, Interviewing for Journalists (Media Skills), is a practical and concise guide that will teach you how to ask the right questions in the right way. Whether you're a professional, student, or trainee, this book is perfect for anyone who writes news stories and features for newspapers, magazines, and online publications.

In today's digital age, it's easy to rely solely on computer-based research. However, our new edition emphasizes the value of getting out there, engaging with people directly, and building relationships to create original and meaningful media content. We believe that true journalism comes from connecting with your subjects on a personal level.

Interviewing for Journalists covers a wide range of interviewing approaches, from vox pops and press conferences to news interviews and in-depth profiles. We have even included brand new interviews with some of the most successful journalists in the industry, giving you insider tips and insights on their techniques.

With our book, you'll learn every stage of interviewing, from research and fixing interviews to structuring questions and handling challenging situations. We provide advice on face-to-face, telephone, and online interviews, as well as tips on note-taking, shorthand, and recording interviews. You'll also find guidance on how to interview different types of interviewees, such as celebrities, politicians, and vulnerable individuals.

Ready to take your interviewing skills to the next level? Get your copy of Interviewing for Journalists today and start honing your media skills. Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn from the best in the industry!

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