Newsroom Tips
Some of the most respected broadcasters in Wisconsin have contributed their expertise and experience in helping create this section of the R. Perry Kidder Broadcast News Resource Center.
Here, you’ll find tips on sharpening your writing skills, how to conduct an effective interview, how to do a better stand-up bump, and scores of other “insider information” topics to help you do a better job.
Whether you’re an experienced broadcaster, or just getting started in your career, there’s plenty of great information in this section you’ll be able to put to use right away.
Make your Tips from the Pros selections from the menu at left or from the list below.
- Tips for Interviewing
- Interviewing Public Officials
- Tips for Radio News Writers
- Tips for TV News Writers
- Follow-up Questions
- Rewrite These Radio Stories
- Tips for Stand-Up and Live Reporting
- How to Choose a Cut or Bite
- Long-show Format Radio and TV Talk Shows
- What TV News Scripts Look Like
- Tips for Writing News Promos and Teases
- Other Useful Tips