Seeing How It’s Done (1)

In the absence of a structured induction, this suggested pattern is intended to provide newcomers with a basic understanding how a reporter fits into a news organisation. As every television station is organised differently, no more than a general guide can be offered, so use your initiative to adapt the programme to suit your own circumstances.

Try to carry out all the stages over a concentrated period of a week, but if this is not possible follow through on successive duty days. The programme assumes the willingness of others to let you observe them at close quarters. It is possible you may be thrown in at the deep end without the opportunity to learn from others, but if you get the chance–take it.

Stage 1: Planning ...

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