So you want to write about politics - this is your chance!
Submitted by Laura Garcia on 23 March 2019 - 3:35pm
Do you understand the ins and outs of parliamentary procedure? Do you know your customs union from your single market? The CFJ has been tipped off of an amazing opportunity with a new political reporting platform.
This is an exciting, creative role for a young political reporter to shape a new, hopefully high-profile project. It's led by former BBC journo Sam Bright and looks mighty exciting.
Have a look at the full job description here:
https://www.cisionjobs.co.uk/job/91642/political-news-platform-reporter/
Q & A with Tim Collins of the Jeremy Vine Show BBC Radio 2
Submitted by TimLuckhurst on 18 March 2019 - 8:39amTim Collins, Senior Producer of the Jeremy Vine Show, will speak in the main newsroom at 1300 on Wednesday 27 March. The JV show has a colossal audience and it attracts excellent guests. Several CfJ graduates work there. There will be ample opportunity to ask questions. Don't miss this oportunity to hear from a real expert.
Happy International Women's Day
Submitted by Laura Garcia on 8 March 2019 - 11:22amToday we celebrate the inspiring role models like Sophy Ridge who come and share their stories, all the women who risk their lives to speak truth to power, and our past and current amazing students who will be writing the headlines of tomorrow. Our lecturer Laura Garcia has put together a list of 19 trailblazing journalists who have covered conflict, corruption, human rights, abuses, war, etc. Have a look and get inspired! Check out the Twitter thread here.
Sophy Ridge delivers inspirational Bob Friend Sky News lecture
Submitted by Rob Bailey on 7 March 2019 - 10:45am
Karina Pavlova joined the pantheon of Bob Friend Memorial Scholars at a glitzy annual event attended by senior Sky News journalists in Medway last night.
Karina, who is in her final year at the Centre for Journalism, was presented with her prize by Sophy Ridge - presenter of Sky's flagship political discussion programme every Sunday - and Peter Diapre, assistant editor (mobile).
She won over Sky News executives with her pitch for a story about defibrilators being legally required in schools, universities and sports centres. Her prize was £3,500 towards her tuition fees and a month's work experience with Sky News this summer.
Karina was joined on stage by other former winners: Emma Rae Woodhouse, Alan McGuinness, Jem Collins and Laerke Christensen.
Vacancy for Broadcast Journalist at KMTV
Submitted by Laura Garcia on 5 March 2019 - 5:26pm
KMTV has an exciting opportunity for a qualified journalist (NCTJ or equivalent) to join the KMTV news team, working as a producer and, in time, as a reporter, on our daily hour-long flagship news show, Kent Tonight, our website and social media services.