What Could Have Been

ournalism
3. abilities:
Evidence of blogging and interaction with a wide range of blogs
An understanding and active use of social media (Twitter, RSS, social bookmarking etc.)
The ability totell an engaging story using still images and audio (audio slideshow)
Ability to shoot, edit and tell stories using video
Basic ability to create interactive story elements using Adobe Flash
Abilityedit audio and produce podcasts
Ability to file from the field breaking news
Ability to moderate online discussion

2. Education and Training Required:
According to the Dow Jones News Fund, Inc.(DJNF), three out of four college graduates hired for journalism positions in newspapers majored in mass communication or journalism. Many schools offer programs in journalism at both undergraduateand graduate levels. While it's possible for you to land a job as a journalist without a degree, there are aspects of journalism taught in college that may keep you out of legal trouble in theprofessional world. Some of the things you'll study in a journalism program include:

First Amendment studies
Ethics in journalism
Conducting research and interviews
Basic journalistic writing stylesPhotojournalism
Getting an education is just part of the story. You'll also need experience. You can begin as early as high school by writing for your school paper. Colleges offer positions on theirnewspapers and some have broadcast facilities as well. You can investigate internship programs at broadcast and print news facilities of all sizes.

The DJNF (www.newsfund.org) advises that many ofthe larger news agencies rarely hire students directly from school and that you'll probably fare better by beginning at a smaller, local paper then working your way up. The DJNF also says that eachjournalist position you take can be considered a stepping-stone to your end goal, and breadth of experience is a positive factor in this industry.

3.Genres:
Some forms include:
Advocacy journalism...