Learn the platform. Be familiar with Google Sites, Wordpress, Adobe Express, Wix, etc.
Practice your layout within the shortest time possible.
Experiment. Unleash your creative side. Stick to one to two color schemes/theme. Don’t forget the elements of balance. Keyboard shortcuts are your best friends. They'll save your time.
Must know how to create infographics.
Remember to always save your work.
Should be versatile in many media
Prepare to draw more than editorial cartoons. What can’t be taken with a camera should be drawn by hands.
Apply the rules and techniques in photojournalism.
Learn how to caption.
Capture the best shots.
Communicate effectively with the layout artist.
Act fast. Move fast.
You will be asked to write at least three stories variety is the key. Headlines must be approved by the layout artist.
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Numbers and figures are important, especially if its about money.
Content-wise. Should be well read (well every writer should be) and well informed with current issues.
Go beyond the issue by defining a good angle through asking questions.
Practice writing feature stories of persons.
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An intelligent student should be assigned to write the sports page
Expected to write news, feature, and editorial
All writers must be flexible and knowledgeable in writing news, feature, editorial, and sports. Help one another and be conscious of the time.