Views Our Own

We found out everything you need to know about Video Journalism from BBC World Service Senior Video Journalist Olivia Le Poidevin! Ever wondered what a video journalist really does, how news clips, documentaries and digital content are created or why video journalism is such a great storytelling tool? We have all the answers!

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This week on New Voices: Michele Theil! We chat with her all about working as an investigative journalist, building her career as a freelance writer, and about her fantastic experience writing for Vice World News!

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Happy LGBT History Month! This week, we sit down with Amy Ashenden, journalist and communications and media head at Just Like Us, to talk all about LGBT+ conversations in the media, the role of LGBT+ correspondents, and how to transition from working in the media to the charity sector.

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We spoke to Journo Resources founder and freelance journalist Jem Collins all about pitching - and covered everything from idea development, to rejections, getting paid, what to include in a successful pitch and how to build relationships with editors!

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This week on New Voices: Daniel Reast! The young writer and opinion journalist chatted to us about his passions for political opinions, men's mental health, his ambitions and of course told us whether her prefers cats or dogs... 

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We spoke to Charlotte Colombo, training and opportunities officer at the Student Publication Association, all about student journalism. Find out more about what students can gain from being involved with their university publications, their role in national media and how the SPA provides support through resources and advocacy. 

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We spoke to media law expert, trainer and consultant David Banks all about how libel works, what other essential laws  journalists should be aware of and the grey-zone between ethics and the law. He also gave some great advice on educating yourself about media law - hope you enjoy!

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Welcome back to New Voices, where we introduce you to new, talented journalists! This time, we spoke to the fabulous Imogen Brighty-Potts about creating her own site, balancing life with work, and the joy about writing (and thinking) about food.

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This week, we spoke to Vice columnist Rhys Thomas about how men's health is talked about in the media, what kind of subjects men get in touch to ask for advice on, and what masculinity even looks like in the 21st century. 

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This week, we spoke to Katie Baggott and Katie Williams, the hosts of Northern Natter, about the differences between being a journalist within and outside of London, how UK national publications can (and should) better represent the country's regions and their favourite (non-London based) publications. 

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