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Convergent Journalism: An Introduction, 4th Edition
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Convergent Journalism: An Introduction, 4th Edition

by Vincent F. Filak
March 2024
Intermediate to advanced
206 pages
7h 42m
English
Routledge
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Chapter 3 Finding Stories

Brian R. Sheridan

DOI: 10.4324/9781003402039-3

Introduction

A journalist without a story should be like a dog without a bone – hungry. Stories are the nutrients for working journalists whether they are reporting for traditional media or an online outlet. A great story can make you proud to be in a profession with a deep, rich history of doing important work. Also, there is no better feeling than getting a “scoop” – an old journalism term which means you beat your competition to a story of importance. Finding stories to report isn’t magic or luck. It is the result of hard work and a deep curiosity about the world or just the community around you.

However, don’t let the prospect of hard work scare you – finding a great ...

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