Journalist Mock Interview

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How important is it to exercise impartial narrative in your writing?

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Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.

"Much of what I write is humor or satire, which is often dripping in bias. When I have to write an impartial piece, I am cautious to find original and reputable sources as well as use many facts. Also, I use a third person voice when writing unbias pieces, to keep any opinion out of my work."

Rachelle Enns

Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.

To have an impartial narrative in your writing means that you do not show bias in the pieces that you are creating. For instance, when writing an article that sparks controversy, the publication you work for may ask you to give the facts, and allow the reader to form their ideas and opinions. Discuss what an unbiased narrative means to you, and how you ensure you deliver an impartial piece of writing.

Rachelle Enns

Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.

"I am objective, relying only on facts when I need to write a piece that has an impartial narrative. It's important to me that I allow my readers to form their own emotions, thoughts, and ideas behind a topic. Now, this is not for all topics and pieces that I take on; however, I am extra careful to remain unbiased when writing pieces on hot topics such as politics or religion."

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30Journalist Interview Questions & Answers

1.Rate for me your knowledge of social media. In which platforms are you the strongest?

2.What issue, currently on the political agenda, interests you the most right now?

3.Tell me about the last book you read and what your biggest takeaway was from the experience.

4.Which topics interest you the most, when it comes to reading, writing, and research?

5.How important is it to exercise impartial narrative in your writing?

Journalist Mock Interview

How important is it to exercise impartial narrative in your writing?

30Journalist Interview Questions & Answers

1.Rate for me your knowledge of social media. In which platforms are you the strongest?

2.What issue, currently on the political agenda, interests you the most right now?

3.Tell me about the last book you read and what your biggest takeaway was from the experience.

4.Which topics interest you the most, when it comes to reading, writing, and research?

5.How important is it to exercise impartial narrative in your writing?

6.Would you rather write a story that laid down the facts, or one that entertained an audience?

7.Are you comfortable interviewing people? Tell me about your exposure to one-on-one interviews.

8.Would you be hesitant to ask potentially uncomfortable questions?

9.Would you take on a story that could tarnish the reputation of another?

10.How do you feel about recent steps towards the regulation of social media?

11.Do you have aspirations to work for one of the 'Big 4' networks?

12.Walk me through your education.

13.Do you prefer AP Style or Chicago Style writing? Which writing style guide do you best follow?

14.In a world filled with fake news, how do you ensure the legitimacy of your sources?

15.What was the worst performing story you have ever written? What did you learn from the experience?

16.Name 3 qualities you include in every story you write.

17.What negative things have you heard about our publication?

18.Being a journalist is a 24/7 job. Are you prepared to always be on, and available?

19.How would you make our blog more compelling, increase readership and boost social shares?

20.If you could improve your writing style in any way, what area would you focus on?

21.Which famous writer are you inspired by or appreciate the most?

22.If you could write about anything, which topic would you choose and why?

23.How do you determine priorities when you have multiple deadlines approaching?

24.Do you consider yourself a persuasive person? How important is the power of persuasion, in journalism?

25.When a significant problem arises, what is your first reaction?

26.Tell me something about yourself that I wouldn't know from reading your resume.

27.Have you ever worked in a cross-functional environment?

28.How did you prepare for this interview?

29.Do you feel that you are currently paid what you are worth?

30.In what type of situations is it better to stretch the truth to sell a story?