A career in journalism is not just a job, but a responsibility. As freshers, you may mistake journalistic writing for creative writing.
However, journalism plays an important role in shaping the political atmosphere, habits and outlook of citizens, and the future of a nation.
Here are the top Dos and Don’ts of journalism:
Dos:
- Always report the truth
- Present facts in a clear and concise form to prevent misinterpretation
- Represent the voices of the voiceless
- Instigate the readers to think
- Keep the writing short and to the point
- Research comprehensively
- Concentrate on grammar and ensure each copy is flawless
- Avoid excessive use of passive voice
- Keep your writing clear and easy to understand
Don’ts:
- Do not misreport facts to convey your opinion
- Do not write long essays
- Do not misspell the names of people and entities
- Do not use SMS shortcuts
- Do not use complex sentences and difficult-to-understand words
- Do not let PR obligations come in the way of journalism ethics