Amanda Watson on Muck Rack

Amanda Watson

Verified
Johannesburg
As seen in: The Citizen (South Africa), Flipboard, Philadelphia Tribune, Samoa Observer, Asia Pacific Report, Islands Business, PACNEWS, Clearwater Tribune, News Africa Now, Sedibeng Ster
Cynical cynic. Arranger of stories.
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Interview

What was your first job as a journalist?

Crime reporter

Have you ever used a typewriter?

No.

How is social media changing news?

Breaking stories happen a lot faster, however, verification and fact checking are more important than ever. Be right, not always first.

How do you prefer to be pitched on stories?

With documentary proof.

What's your favorite social network?

Twitter.

What advice can you offer to aspiring journalists?

Learn every day, read actual newspapers, keep a contact book and keep it updated.
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