copyright legislation
Legislation describing the protection of the rights of original authors over their work, and how others can use it.
Foreign correspondents research and write news stories of international importance for newspapers, journals, magazines, radio, television and other media. They are stationed in a foreign country.
Competences and skills
48 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 7 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Cross-sector
7 competenceseditorial standards
The guidelines on how to deal with and report on privacy, children, and death according to impartiality, and other standards.
grammar
The set of structural rules governing the composition of clauses, phrases, and words in any given natural language.
interview techniques
The techniques for getting information out of people by asking the right questions in the right way and to make them feel comfortable.
rhetoric
The art of discourse that aims at improving the ability of writers and speakers to inform, persuade or motivate their audience.
spelling
The rules concerning the way words are spelled.
writing techniques
The different techniques to write a story such as the descriptive, persuasive, first person and other techniques.
Essential skills and competences 18 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
11 competencesbuild contacts to maintain news flow
Build contacts to maintain a flow of news, for example, police and emergency services, local council, community groups, health trusts, press officers from a variety of organisations, the general public, etc.
evaluate writings in response to feedback
Edit and adapt work in response to comments from peers and publishers.
follow ethical code of conduct of journalists
Follow the ethical code of conduct of journalists, such as freedom of speech, right of reply, being objective, and other rules.
follow the news
Follow current events in politics, economics, social communities, cultural sectors, internationally, and in sports.
interview people
Interview people in a range of different circumstances.
participate in editorial meetings
Participate in meetings with fellow editors and journalists to discuss possible topics and to divide the tasks and workload.
provide context to news stories
Provide substantial context to national or international news stories to explain things in more detail.
stay up to date with social media
Keep up with the trends and people on social media such as Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
digital
study topics
Carry out effective research on relevant topics to be able to produce summary information appropriate to different audiences. The research may involve looking at books, journals, the internet, and/or verbal discussions with knowledgeable persons.
use specific writing techniques
Use writing techniques depending on the type of media, the genre, and the story.
write to a deadline
Schedule and respect tight deadlines, especially for theatre, screen and radio projects.
Cross-sector
7 competencesapply grammar and spelling rules
Apply the rules of spelling and grammar and ensure consistency throughout texts.
consult information sources
Consult relevant information sources to find inspiration, to educate yourself on certain topics and to acquire background information.
develop professional network
Reach out to and meet up with people in a professional context. Find common ground and use your contacts for mutual benefit. Keep track of the people in your personal professional network and stay up to date on their activities.
- Scope note
- This includes the development of social relationships with patients and customers.
observe new developments in foreign countries
Observe political, economic and societal developments in the assigned country, gather and report relevant information to the relevant institution.
show intercultural awareness
Show sensibility towards cultural differences by taking actions which facilitate positive interaction between international organisations, between groups or individuals of different cultures, and to promote integration in a community.
speak different languages
Master foreign languages to be able to communicate in one or more foreign languages.
research
study cultures
Study and internalise a culture that is not your own to truly understand its traditions, rules, and workings.
Optional knowledge 5 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
1 competenceICT software specifications
The characteristics, use and operations of various software products such as computer programmes and application software.
digital
Cross-sector
4 competencesdesktop publishing
The creation of documents using page layout skills on a computer. Desktop publishing software can generate layouts and produce typographic quality text and images.
digital
multimedia systems
The methods, procedures and techniques pertaining to the operation of multimedia systems, usually a combination of software and hardware, presenting various types of media such as video and audio.
digital
press law
The laws concerning the licensing of books and the freedom of expression in all products of the media.
pronunciation techniques
The pronunciation techniques to properly and understandably pronounce words.
Optional skills and competences 18 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
12 competencesadapt to type of media
Adapt to different types of media such as television, movies, commercials, and others. Adapt work to type of media, scale of production, budget, genres within type of media, and others.
check correctness of information
Check if the information contains factual errors, is reliable, and has news value.
create online news content
Create and upload news content for e.g. websites, blogs and social media.
digital
do historical research
Use scientific methods to research history and culture.
follow directions of on-site director
Follow the instructions of the director when covering events on location.
manage personal finances
Identify personal financial objectives and set up a strategy to match this target in seeking support and advice when necessary.
manage writing administration
Manage the financial and administrative side of writing including making up budgets, maintaining financial records, checking contracts, etc.
present during live broadcasts
Present live on political, economic, cultural, social, international or sport events, or host a live broadcast program.
promote one's writings
Talk about one's work at events and conduct readings, speeches and book signings. Establish a network among fellow writers.
rewrite articles
Rewrite articles to correct errors, make them more appealing to the audience, and to ensure that they fit within time and space allotments.
write captions
Write captions to accompany cartoons, drawings, and photographs. These captions can be humorous or explanatory.
write headlines
Write titles to accompany news articles. Make sure they are to the point and inviting.
Cross-sector
6 competencesadapt to changing situations
Change approach to situations based on unexpected and sudden changes in people's needs and mood or in trends; shift strategies, improvise and naturally adapt to those circumstances.
apply desktop publishing techniques
Apply desktop publishing techniques to create page layouts and typographic quality text.
digital
communicate by telephone
Liaise via telephone by making and answering calls in a timely, professional and polite manner.
document interviews
Record, write, and capture answers and information collected during interviews for processing and analysis using shorthand or technical equipment.
proofread text
Read a text thoroughly, search for, review and correct errors to ensure content is valid for publishing.
provide written content
Communicate information in written form via digital or print media according to the needs of the target group. Structure the content according to specifications and standards. Apply grammar and spelling rules.