Science journalists: Why they can’t just be cheerleaders: Science journalism plays an important role in informing the people about scientific findings and how they will affect the public at large. But there have been concerns that these journalists merely write content for the scientists and not for the people, making them cheerleaders when they need to be watchdogs. Source: … [Read more...] about Science journalists: Why they can’t just be cheerleaders
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Three ways that PR pros can treat journalists with courtesy
Three ways that PR pros can treat journalists with courtesy: Public relations professionals need to maintain good relationships with journalists. This is because journos play a big role in publicising brands and individuals, as well as gaining the required brand reach. Here, media update’s Nakedi Phala reveals three ways that PR pros can build effective relationships with … [Read more...] about Three ways that PR pros can treat journalists with courtesy
Three sensitive topics that journalists should cover with caution
Three sensitive topics that journalists should cover with caution: Sensitive topics come with a number of underlying complexities, and thus, journalists need to know where to draw the line when covering such beats. Here, media update’s Nakedi Phala unpacks some topics that journos should definitely cover with caution. Source: media update Submit your own Press … [Read more...] about Three sensitive topics that journalists should cover with caution
Every journalist’s four worst nightmares [Infographic]
Every journalist's four worst nightmares [Infographic]: Every journalist has nightmares about the media industry, PR professionals and the number of hours spent on the job. media update’s Talisa Jansen van Rensburg takes a look at some of the most common nightmares, as well as how these professionals can solve these particular issues. Source: media update Submit your … [Read more...] about Every journalist’s four worst nightmares [Infographic]
Dear journalists, here are five things editors want you to know
Dear journalists, here are five things editors want you to know: Editors are there to ensure that you — the journalist — look good when publishing a story. Therefore, being able to streamline the process should be one of your top priorities. Why? Because at the end of the day, it’s teamwork that makes the dream work. Source: media update Submit your own … [Read more...] about Dear journalists, here are five things editors want you to know
