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ENG 223: Journalistic Writing
Week 10
Imagine that you are a journalist…you are assigned to your beat which is
the palace of Queen Rania of JordanHow do I prepare for this interview?
You want to get a SCOOP ( an exclusive story that no one else has
reported)
You are aiming for a PULITZER PRIZE
( an annual award given for excellence in journalism, literature
and the arts).
Executive Summary
CHAPTER 7: Interviewing Techniques
• Interviewing is a vital skill for any journalist.
• It is one of the most important ways to gather information and create content for a story.
• Good interview technique requires practice so don't expect to master it immediately.
Executive Summary• Sensitivity
Be sensitive to the person you will be interviewing
Public or private individual?
• Listening and Note-Taking Skills Do not concentrate so much on your notes
that you will miss out on the non-verbal expressions or gestures of the interviewee
• Tape Recorders: The Pros and Cons Ask the interviewee if he or she is comfortable
with having a tape recorder during the interview
Executive Summary• Listening Tips
Focus on the “hear” and now Practice conversational listening Do critical listening Be quiet Be responsive Listen to what isn’t said Listen with your eyes Be polite Block out personal intrusions Develop listening curiosity
Executive Summary• Note-taking Tips
Be prepared Concentrate Use key words Develop a shorthand Slow the pace Request repetition Make eye contact Make your margins or notebook covers Verify vital information
Executive Summary
• Note-taking Tips
Double-checkBe open-mindedUse a symbol systemStand and deliverSave your notesTranscribe notes only for
major stories
Executive Summary• Planning the Interview
Research the backgroundIdentify your goalsPlan your questionsRequest the interviewDress appropriatelyArrive on time
Executive Summary• Conducting the Interview
Start out by using icebreakersPut your questions in
nonthreatening orderAsk the basic questionsAsk follow-up questionsControl the interviewRepeat questionsAsk background questions
Executive Summary• Conducting the Interview
Ask about developmentsConstruct a chronologyRole-playAsk about pros and consAsk for definitionsVerify
Executive Summary• Conducting the Interview
Use the silent treatment Use the “blame others”
technique Handle emotional questions with
tact Ask summary questions Use the “matchmaker” technique Ask free-choice questions End on a positive note
Thank you for listening and enjoy the rest of the day!