Radio Journalism

Knowing the right type of questions to ask and the background work necessary can all contribute to a successful , entertaining and informative interview for any media

Nov 8, 2009 - Dan McCurdy

A good interview on radio or on any medium begins with effective preparation. Finding the proper preparation process is a great habit for any broadcaster to adopt.

Nov 7, 2009 - Dan McCurdy

Recognition from peers and the votes of experienced professionals in the industry is a boost to anyone's profile and confidence, and awards are one way to do just that.

Oct 24, 2009 - Dan McCurdy

There is no substitute for experience, and a small news room may be just the best place to learn the basics of radio news reporting that always work.

Oct 23, 2009 - Dan McCurdy

Human creativity takes many forms, and has been examined in many theoretical ways but there are very practical ways to start the process especially working with audio.

Oct 10, 2009 - Dan McCurdy

The starting point for most commercial creative work is the brief, interpreting exactly what's required demands imagination and many say is an art form in itself.

Oct 10, 2009 - Dan McCurdy

Does such a thing as the ideal radio commercial exist and if so what length would it to be, and what works best, longer or shorter commercials

Sep 25, 2009 - Dan McCurdy

An important aspect of radio communication is news. Listeners want to know what's happening in their locale and in the wider world with varying degrees of interest.

Sep 25, 2009 - Dan McCurdy

There are an ever expanding number of different recognised radio station formats and variations in operation, and each station's news output needs to fit the format.

Sep 4, 2009 - Dan McCurdy

News is a continuing process and to report the changing events in the wider world and at a local level demands a wide variety of sources and styles of presentation.

Sep 4, 2009 - Dan McCurdy

There is a variety of news sources available to the radio newsroom, indeed any newsroom, and recording the thoughts of the audience is one of the most easily accessible.

Aug 19, 2009 - Dan McCurdy

Effectively recording the opinions of the passing general public is often considered part of essential and entertaining speech broadcasting

Aug 19, 2009 - Dan McCurdy

Many good audio projects are ruined by bad final mixing and good ones turned into great ones by deft and careful mixing. So what makes the difference?

Aug 8, 2009 - Dan McCurdy

Begin at the beginning. Sounds easy doesn't it but getting started writing a radio script, or any script for that matter can often be the hardest part.

Aug 7, 2009 - Dan McCurdy

Writing the script is only the first stage in the process of making a radio commercial. Good production can make an award winning ad, and bad production ruin it.

Aug 1, 2009 - Dan McCurdy

The Art of Radio Scriptwriting involves so much more than writing scripts. The good radio scriptwriter has to consider the timing of the final commercial.

Jul 31, 2009 - Dan McCurdy

Finding a way into radio can be difficult enough and making a living from the industry can be even harder. Many have found a career in radio, so how do they do it?

Jul 25, 2009 - Dan McCurdy

Building anything without the right tools and equipment is difficult. Happily there are only a few essential building blocks that make writing a radio script easier

Jul 24, 2009 - Dan McCurdy

Radio for its enthusiasts can often become a passion. What's the most effective way to pursue this passion and make a living from it?

Jul 13, 2009 - Dan McCurdy

Finding the right job is never easy, and finding the right openings in the radio industry can be notoriously difficult. A little knowledge of where to look can often help

Jul 13, 2009 - Dan McCurdy

Radio has a long history of building brands, sometimes as the sole medium and often with other media, so how is it achieved?

Jul 4, 2009 - Dan McCurdy

Once the first script in any radio campaign is written, following the theme and writing a campaign that continues in the same style is relatively easy.

Jul 4, 2009 - Dan McCurdy

Working in any radio station environment at the start of a career can be confusing enough, without having to learn a new way of talking. Here are some basic words.

Jun 25, 2009 - Dan McCurdy

Every industry and every profession tends to have its own peculiar terminology. This is a short guide to the most often heard shortened words and phrases inside radio.

Jun 24, 2009 - Dan McCurdy

The relatively affluent western world views radio more as an entertainment medium. For parts of the developing world it's a lifeline.

Jun 19, 2009 - Dan McCurdy