Top Broadcast Journalist Interview Questions & Answers:

1. Why do you want to be a journalist?

Interviewers will be looking to pick out the dedicated pros from the fly-by wannabies. You should convey your enthusiasm for this choice and back it up with examples citing why you have the skills, personal qualities and experience to succeed. They will be looking for a media hungry candidate who co

2. Tell me what is your view on the state of journalism in the country today?

You can give your honest opinion, however, avoid getting too aggressive. Be careful not to sound too biased and narrow-minded. Support your views with a rational explanation, you can cite examples to support your beliefs.

3. Tell me what according to you is the biggest problem faced by the city?

A journalist is required to know everything about his city. He must know every nook and corner of the city, must be well versed with its history, know all the important people and the governing bodies. With all that information, answering this question should not be difficult. Also mention, in your opinion, how the issue can be taken care of.

4. Tell me how Do You Keep Informed of the News?

If you're going to work in broadcast journalism, you'll need intimate knowledge of current affairs and a strong interest in news. But employers aren't just looking for someone who cracks open The New York Times every day or tunes into the nightly news. Knowledge of the digital news landscape is a must. Hone those Twitter lists, beef up Feedly with your fave blogs, start subscribing to top news outlets on Google+, get comfortable with Storify and start exploring how Pinterest and Instagram are the next wave in journalistic storytelling. If you can get across to the interviewer that you understand the digital landscape, nay that you thrive on it, you're definitely going to come out ahead.

5. As you know what qualities do newspaper editors look for?

☛ Good spelling, grammar and punctuation!
☛ Evidence of an interest in current affairs.
☛ A strong interest in people, places and events
☛ An ability to write in a clear, easy to understand style
☛ An appreciation of the part a local newspaper plays in the community
☛ A willingness to sometimes work irregular hours
☛ An ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines
☛ Determination and persistence

6. Explain me what do you think of the state of British journalism?

This offers you an opportunity to demonstrate your knowledge of the industry, touch on the importance of freedom of the press etc.

7. Tell me what is most important to your writing style?

My ideas and personal perceptions.

8. Explain me how would you get a local story?

Most local papers don't want to upset people. It's important to show your credentials, explain why you want to write a story and say where it will go in the paper. If the story is about a death, you could ask for a photo of their loved one. Most people are happy to talk, but if not give them your card and encourage them to contact you if they change their mind.

9. Tell us how do you follow major news stories?

This gives you a a chance to demonstrate your awareness of television and radio news and of current affairs programmes.

10. Tell me would you enjoy reporting about a scandal in the mayors office?

Yup. Very much.