Characteristics of UK journalists examined in new diversity report
Diversity in journalism has come under scrutiny in a new report published by the NCTJ, examining the characteristics of UK journalists.
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NCTJ announces pioneering outreach project with further education colleges to boost journalism talent pool
The NCTJ has announced a major investment in outreach work to boost recruitment onto accredited courses and provide a bigger talent pool for journalism employers.
NCTJ to host lunchtime panel to accompany new safety and resilience course
The NCTJ’s Journalism Skills Academy will host a virtual lunchtime panel next week to coincide with the launch of its new e-learning course, safety and resilience for journalists. The event will put the spotlight on the ever-increasing risks in…
Community reporter draws on media law training to tell story of sex abuse victim
Community reporter Hannah Bridgeman A community reporter has drawn on her media law training to tell the story of a sex abuse victim, who bravely waived his right to anonymity. Hannah Bridgeman, community reporter for the Lancashire Evening…
‘The diploma helped me to level-up my career’ says BBC Radio London presenter Jacqueline Shepherd
BBC Radio London presenter and producer Jacqueline Shepherd “Stay curious. Keep your eyes and ears open and listen to what’s going on around you.” That is the advice from BBC Radio London presenter and producer Jacqueline…
NCTJ to launch e-learning course on safety and resilience for journalists
The NCTJ’s Journalism Skills Academy is set to launch a new e-learning course on safety and resilience for journalists.
Community reporters get to the heart of local issues by shining a light on healthcare
Local healthcare is, quite literally, at the heart of every community. And thanks to the efforts of community reporters, readers in underserved areas are being kept in-the-know about access to local health services and the issues facing them. Reporters hired…
NCTJ gives one of Scotland’s oldest journalism prizes a new lease of life
One of Scotland’s oldest journalism prizes is being given a new lease of life. Tom Murray (left) presents Colin Simpson with the first award in 1978 while East Fife Mail editor Ian C. Paterson looks on. The TS…
Community reporter lands first splash on primary school’s ‘lifeline’ initiative
Callum McCormack Every journalist remembers the thrill of their first front-page splash. For community news reporters, an exclusive story that lands that front page spot is also a testament to their local connections and commitment to getting untold…
Journalism student credits his NCTJ training with Ability Today for helping him secure ITV News traineeship role
Jamie Green A student who received NCTJ training designed for aspiring journalists with disabilities has secured a place on a prestigious traineeship with ITV News. Jamie Green, who has cerebral palsy and uses a wheelchair, is celebrating starting…
Community reporter in police evacuation only days into the job
Community news reporter Alex Bowen A community reporter found himself in the middle of a breaking news story when police evacuated his street due to concerns about explosives. Alex Bowen, 22, was barely two weeks into his role…
