Rebecca Bird on Muck Rack

Rebecca Bird

Verified
(She/Her)
Newcastle upon Tyne
As seen in: Anguilla Focus, Montserrat Focus, The Daily Mirror, The Guardian, Yahoo Canada, Yahoo News, Yahoo Sports Canada, Rochdale Observer, The Straits Times, Liverpool Echo, Daily Post, Flintshire Chronicle and
Freelance ethical multimedia journalist and news editor with 21+ years on UK and Caribbean print, web and radio news. Commissions: rebeccabird1@gmail.com
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Interview

What was your first job as a journalist?

I was a junior reporter at a weekly newspaper in Manchester, UK. After two years I rose to senior reporter thanks to a very supportive team.

What does it mean to be a journalist?

It means accurately presenting the facts of a story with impartiality, retaining a sense of humanity and being accountable.

Why did you become a journalist?

To make sure the voices of those who are fighting against social injustice are heard, and to keep the public educated and informed.

What advice can you offer to aspiring journalists?

Make sure you are fully trained on media law, news writing and the workings of a news organisation.
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