JOUR 001 Lecture 3: Journalism 101 (Writing for New Media) - Lec 3
27 Oct 2020
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Interviews the primary way reporters get their information. Give general topic of planned story; don"t share your questions. Generally, don"t agree to requests for restrictions. For interviewees, unfamiliar with media, be sure they understand its for publication and with their name. In traumatic or sensitive situations, start not with an interview question but by. Research your topic (websites, media articles, documents) Research your interviewee (websites, media articles, social media) Do other interviews that may be needed for background or differing viewpoints. Plan to record the interview but also take notes by hand (always let the interviewee know you"re recording) Plan to dress to match the situation. Tip: you"ll get more respect/better answers if the interviewee realizes your prepared and knowledgeable. An interesting or unexpected answer may require a question you didn"t plan. Don"t be a prisoner to your written questions. If you interrupt or talk over your subject, you may miss something.
