How Do You Start A Career In Broadcast Journalism?
Broadcast journalist may work for television news stations or radio stations. Most broadcast journalist will need to have a four year college degree in journalism or a related field. Specific responsibilities for broadcast journalists may vary depending on the station you work for. However there are some basic guidelines to start your career. Make a demo tape. In addition to a college degree and resume a demo tape may help you secure that first job. A demo tape should include examples of your broadcast ability. Include any broadcast segments that were filmed. These can include reports from your schools news station, or internship. Consider contacts you made during school or internships. Broadcast journalism is a competitive field. Calling stations you worked for during an internship may lead to a position. Do background research. Once you secure your first job you want to be a thorough journalist. When you will be reporting on a story it’s important to do research if possible. Research
