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Bacj 245:Freelance Journalism Question Paper

Bacj 245:Freelance Journalism

Course:Communication And Journalism

Institution: Kenya Methodist University question papers

Exam Year:2013

KENYA METHODIST UNIVERSITY

END OF 3''RD ''TRIMESTER 2013 (FT) EXAMINATION
FACULTY : EDUCATION AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
DEPARTMENT : COMMUNICATION AND JOURNALISM
UNIT CODE : BACJ 245
UNIT TITLE : FREELANCE JOURNALISM
TIME : 2 HOURS

INSTRUCTIONS: Answer Question ONE and ANY Other TWO

Questions.

Question One

Among newsroom staffers that the freelance journalist must deal with, who is the most important one and what are the best ways to

communicate with him or her? (15marks)

List and explain at least FIVE key points to ensure effective communication in (a) above.

(15marks)

Question Two
Identify the pros and cons of becoming a freelance journalist as opposed to working either independently or as full-time journalist. List at least FIVE pros and FIVE cons and explain each point. (20marks)

Question Three
Identify at least FIVE essential skills to being a successful freelance journalist and explain why they are essential. (20marks)

Question Four
Identify and explain at least FIVE ways that the freelance journalist can effectively market his or her skills to the local and global media. (20marks)

Question Five

Explain why it is important to see freelance journalism as a business. Then identify and explain at least FIVE issues that must be addressed to ensure your business is a success.

Bacj 245:Freelance Journalism Question Paper

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