How Do You Prepare For A Newspaper Interview?
When a reporter does an interview for a newspaper, his approach may seem flawless. He asks all the right questions and seems to keep the conversation flowing smoothly. However, before a reporter conducts an interview, he does his homework. From researching the person’s background to reading archived articles, how a reporter prepares for a newspaper interview may surprise you! If you’re simply interested in the world of journalism or are honing your interview skills, this article is for you! Call and set up the interview. Schedule a mutually agreeable time to meet and conduct the interview. Choose a location that gives the story some background information. At the interviewee’s office, place of business or out in the field where she does what she does will give you more information than having her meet you at the newspaper office. Search the newspaper’s library for previous articles written about the person being interviewed. Read the articles and get some background information on his
