WHAT THEY DON’T TELL YOU ABOUT STUDYING JOURNALISM
Journalism is not only about writing, but it also requires learning to conduct interviews, record and edit audio and video, as well as taking photographs. Now you are not just a writer anymore, you are also making content, editing it, producing it, and sometimes even filming it yourself. I soon understood that being a "journalist" today involves doing different jobs, especially on social media and radio.
Journalism pushes you to come out of your comfort zone. Whether you are talking to someone you do not know, calling a person in charge, or working in unfamiliar places, you will frequently feel uneasy. I remember feeling nervous before my first interview, which I conducted on campus for an assignment. I told myself I had to get it together because that was going to be my normal. My hands were shaking, but do you know what, I did it and I realised it was just the beginning.
Studying journalism can be hard, but it is fun, important, and really needed. They do not mention that you will also grow as a person, not just with your skills. You will become a better person. You will learn how to listen, ask questions, understand feelings, and speak up to those in charge.
In the end, journalism is not just a job; it is a journey of learning, strength, and finding new things. It helps you think clearly, build relationships with others, and share important stories. What began for me as a dream of being on camera has turned into a realization that journalism is about helping people, seeking the truth, and sharing others' stories. The difficulties are genuine, but so are the benefits, and each step shows me why I picked this journey in the beginning.