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The NCTJ has today published its annual Quality Assurance and Standards Committee report. The committee oversees quality, fairness and standards across all NCTJ qualifications. The report is published to provide transparency and to share key data on NCTJ qualifications. In…
Community news reporter Jennifer Cartwright is reflecting on her first year at the Yorkshire Evening Post, from landing front pages to a portfolio of features and helping to bring younger audiences into local news. Jennifer joined the CNP in March…
"Through journalism, as a community reporter, I have especially enjoyed covering inspiring acts of sisterhood in Hackney, as well as telling the stories of the countless remarkable women in the borough."
"International Women’s Day is a chance to celebrate the women who have had an impact on the world and the ones who have supported us in our everyday lives."
"I’ve always believed that everyone has a story to tell, often more than one, and I wanted to help showcase those voices through my writing."
"I cannot express how much I have learnt throughout my role as a community reporter. What I love is that you’re always growing as you meet people from different walks of life and gain new perspectives every day."
Looking ahead to the end of your course, you’ve put in the hard work and achieved the gold standard diploma and – hooray! – you’ve secured that all important first job in the media industry. What happens next?
As a trained journalist, there are lots of different journalism jobs you can do. Whether sport is your passion or you’re a natural presenter, there are roles to suit all interests – not all of them in traditional fields. We spoke to two journalists who are using their skills in two very different roles.
The NCTJ has partnered with News UK to train up to 100 out-of-work young people through the Government’s Kickstart Scheme.
So, you want to study journalism, but where do you start? For the best chance of securing a job in journalism, studying for the NCTJ Diploma in Journalism will put you a cut above the rest - and there are several study routes available. We spoke to five recent graduates about the path they chose, and where they are now.
Are you thinking of a career in journalism but wonder whether the job is the right fit?
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