Specialising in sports journalism
E-learning - Sport is one of the most exciting sectors of journalism to work in - this introductory course will help you stand-out from the crowd.
Sport is one of the most exciting sectors of journalism to work in – spanning across print, digital, social media and TV.
With stories that can transcend more than just what goes on during a match but can shape news, politics, culture and entertainment as well, it is an extremely complex and competitive profession to break into.
The aim of this short, introductory e-learning course is to provide some handy tips and insight to stand-out from the crowd across a number of different platforms and situations – not just in terms of content production but also as a journalist. Among the topics covered include guidance on how to generate sports-focused ideas and stories, audience engagement, sourcing and using quotes effectively and the use of data to drive your stories.