Journalists, editors, educators and industry specialists came together at the University of Sheffield today for a symposium examining how artificial intelligence is reshaping journalism and what this means for the training of future reporters. Hosted by the University of Sheffield…
The NCTJ is marking Volunteers’ Week by thanking the more than 300 volunteers who give their time and expertise each year to support aspiring journalists and help shape the future of journalism. Volunteers support the NCTJ in a wide range…
Oxford Mail digital journalist Sophie Perry. Picture by Ed Nix. Oxford Mail digital journalist Sophie Perry founded the LGBTQ+ Journalism Network to be “the change she wanted to see in the world”. Sophie, who lives in Oxford, is…
Journalism apprentices are making waves in the newsroom thanks to News UK apprenticeships to encourage greater diversity in the media. They are given two years of employment and training by PA Training or News Associates to gain the NCTJ diploma…
The handy guide, which is sponsored by the Financial Times, is on its way to more than 3,700 secondary schools and colleges across the UK, as well as job centres.
Community reporter George Harman with Paul Gallagher from Hinkley Point power station A community news reporter credits the communication skills he learnt as a mechanic for helping him make a good start in his new role. George Harman…
Students on accredited courses must be given resilience training to cope with the demands of real-world journalism, says the NCTJ and its accredited course leaders. The NCTJ has updated its performance standards for accredited courses to ensure students are adequately…
Community reporters have been exploring the local impact of the cost-of-living crisis as they speak with residents, business owners, food bank operators and schools. As the dramatic rise in inflation grips the UK, community reporters have been investigating how the…
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