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Step 1
Make a demo tape. In addition to a college degree and resume a demo tape may help you secure that first job. A demo tape should include examples of your broadcast ability. Include any broadcast segments that were filmed. These can include reports from your schools news station, or internship.
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Step 2
Consider contacts you made during school or internships. Broadcast journalism is a competitive field. Calling stations you worked for during an internship may lead to a position.
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Step 3
Do background research. Once you secure your first job you want to be a thorough journalist. When you will be reporting on a story it's important to do research if possible. Researching and understanding what your reporting about will help you ask the right questions during an interview and get a better story.
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Step 4
Come up with story ideas. Broadcast journalists may be expected to develop story ideas. Become familiar with your community and what issues are concerning. Pitching story ideas will make you more of an asset to the news team.
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Step 5
Develop good interview skills. A broadcast journalist will often need to interview all types of people in various situations. Good listening skills are essential.
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Step 6
Be willing to relocate. Broadcast journalists should be willing to move to a new city to advance in their careers. Depending on your career goals you may need to move several times during your broadcast career.
