Essential Radio Journalism: How to produce and present radio news [Paperback]

'Incredibly comprehensive. Learn and understand this lot and you will have a fine grasp' Jon Snow

'This sets the standard for every radio newsroom' - Andy Ivy, Editor, Sky News Radio

In an age of infinite choice made possible by new technology, and a disturbing move away from traditional reporting into colourful comment and speculation by blogs and `citizen journalists' there has never been a better time to focus on pure journalism skills.

Essential Radio Journalismis a vastly comprehensive working manual for radio journalists as well as a textbook for broadcast journalism students. It contains practical advice for gathering, reporting, writing, editing and presenting, the news, alongside media law and ethics. There is a wealth of 'inside' information, checklists and on-the-job advice that you can immediately put to use whether you are in your first job or have several years of experience. This is a book to inspire responsible, accurate and exceptional journalism skills.

'Incredibly comprehensive. Learn and understand this lot and you will have a fine grasp' Jon Snow
Essential Radio Journalismcontains practical `on-the-job' advice for gathering, reporting, writing, editing and presenting, the news, alongside media law and ethics.

Peter Stewartis a trainer for BBC Radio, has acted as a Judge for the Sony Radio Academy Awards and lectures on many university media courses. He is author ofEssential Radio Skillsand has over 15 years of broadcast experience with a variety of employers including the BBC, Sky News, Virgin, Kiss FM.


Paul Chantleris an international radio programming consultant advising companies about audience-building strategies, bidding for licences and tactics throughout the UK, Europe and Asia. He also trains presenters and journalists.

Foreword - by Jon Snow, Channel 4 News
Preface
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