Freelancer. Writer. Collector of sports memorabilia, boring postcards. Wealthofgeeks.com and others. Instagram Matt.harris.7106 and cricketingtimes
Interview
What was your first job as a journalist?
Working on the local newspaper
Have you ever used a typewriter?
yes, actually I quite miss them.
How is social media changing news?
People are copying and pasting which is not a good thing
What does it mean to be a journalist?
Freedom to tell the truth
How do you prefer to be pitched on stories?
eMail
Who do you wish followed you?
Joanna Lumley
Why did you become a journalist?
It was always my passion
Did you work for your high school newspaper? If so, what did you do there?
Oh yes, I interviewed the local mayor
What story are you most proud of writing or working on?
My campaign for the Euro 2016 Football Championships
What advice can you offer to aspiring journalists?
Don't give up and don't stay with a client that doesn't appreciate you.
When's the best time to pitch you?
08:00 to 17:00 GMT
What's your favorite drink?
Red wine
Aside from your own, what's your favorite publication to read?
The Cricketer
What's the most common misperception about your beat?
That I get up at Noon and work for an hour
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