Annually the journalism schools of the world (including UBC, where I teach) take in ambitious, optimistic and eager new creators. Once they're through, the expected outcome is a grounded, competent and presentable professional.
Robert Niles, writing for the Online Journalism Review, has some advice for the incoming class:
1. Journalism school will not prepare you. You are now on the job.
2. Audience equals power. Get one.
3. Your career is only as strong as your network.
4. Your career is only as strong as your passions.
5. Conduct yourself as a journalist.
Robert Niles, writing for the Online Journalism Review, has some advice for the incoming class:
1. Journalism school will not prepare you. You are now on the job.
2. Audience equals power. Get one.
3. Your career is only as strong as your network.
4. Your career is only as strong as your passions.
5. Conduct yourself as a journalist.
