Crime Journalist

Crime journalists research and write articles about criminal events for newspapers, magazines, television and other media. They conduct interviews and attend court hearings.

Essential Skills and Competencies

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• apply grammar and spelling rules • build contacts to maintain news flow • consult information sources • develop professional network • evaluate writings in response to feedback • follow ethical code of conduct of journalists • follow the news • interview people • participate in editorial meetings • record court procedures • stay up to date with social media • study topics • use specific writing techniques • write to a deadline

Knowledge

• copyright legislation • court procedures • criminal law • editorial standards • grammar • interview techniques • spelling • writing techniques

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