4th March 2025
Where should your students go for insight and advice when they’re writing a strong news story? The answer is: this week’s episode of Ask the Expert.
Our guest is Jamie Fahey, production editor of The Guardian, who puts together the front page, often writing the main headlines you see at the top of the paper at the newsagent.
18th February 2025
This week’s episode of Ask the Expert is a real treat for anyone who wonders how a world-class magazine is put together – from a creative perspective. It’s the fantastic Caz Roberts, Creative Director of Grazia UK.
As Caz explains, her job involves directing fashion shoots, featured celebrity shoots, as well as creating visuals for news content and video. In our interview, Caz tells me about an incredible series of ideas and media that students are without question going to be fascinated by.
11th February 2025
Today’s episode of Ask the Expert takes a deep dive into the future of broadcasting. What does it take to succeed in the media industry today? And for students dreaming of a career in media, how will the landscape evolve?
Our guest, talent agent Diane Banks from Northbank Talent Management, shares invaluable insights and expert advice—perfect for sparking discussions in your classroom.
10th February 2025
We’re excited to say that the Shine School Media Awards will be featured on the Fun Kids Breakfast with George on Tuesday 11th February.
Listen along on Tuesday morning to find out more!
4th February 2025
It’s rare to hear a really seasoned journalist speak about their craft. Today’s ‘Ask the Expert’ does just that. Writer and editor Tim Teeman, of The Daily Beast, a news website based in New York, has so much incredible advice for student journalists.
As you’ll discover, he’s a big fan of understanding and revealing unbiased truth…
29th January 2025
This week, I’ve some exciting news: we’re back with a new series of ‘Ask the Expert’ – conversations with outstanding professionals working in media. Here at Shine, we’ve crafted a series of five questions carefully designed to offer perspectives and advice to students. We’re asking each of our guests these same questions in each of our interviews which will be coming over the next few weeks.
