The 21st Century Newsroom
News sources used by journalists | Social media
Court Press releases/ press conferences Internet for e.g. local council websites, government website Council meetings Local hospitals Police
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Technology used by journalists | Internet
Mobile phone Tablets Cameras Softwares- audio/video/ photo editing, layout/design Recorders
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Laws and ethics relating to the 21st century newsroom | Data protection- must be accurate when it is personal
Copyright Child protection Editors code Ofcom Defamation law Code of conduct (NCTJ)
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Skills required by the 21st century journalist | Confidence
Reliability Organization Independency Social skills Multi-skills Use of technology Literacy skills Photography skills
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Qualifications and experience requirements to become a journalist | College courses: journalism and social media communications
NCTJ Degrees: BA -> MA Higher apprenticeship Work experience
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