Journalism Archive

Tell It In YourWords

Posted February 28, 2020 by Bill Wheelhouse

Teaching a class always refreshes my knowledge of news writing tips.   Sometimes quite simple.   There’s nothing like Merv Block’s suggestions to give you a refresher.   Here’s one from his book Writing Broadcast News (CQ Press):   Merv says when rewriting copy to tell it in your own words.   If you still take the time to rewrite wire copy (or any other copy),  More  

A Short Tip of The Week

Posted February 13, 2020 by Bill Wheelhouse

Writers should aim for shorter sentences.   When you can, keep your sentences to ten words or less.     The more you do this… the sharper your copy.

 

 

2020 Tip: Don’t Chase The Latest Trends

Posted January 8, 2020 by Bill Wheelhouse

The International Center for Journalists is offering advice for the coming year by asking current and former ICFJ Knight Fellows their thoughts.  One of those is Janine Warner, who is a fellow in Latin American and executive director of SembraMedia.   Her advice:

“Don’t chase the latest trends just because everyone else does.  More