Alison Hill

1 month ago | writersdigest.com | Alison Hill

Since sponsored content (or native advertising) is often indistinguishable from real journalism, it’s understandable that the practice raises ethical concerns. However, this type of advertising revenue not only makes it possible for news outlets to continue operating, it pays well, which means many freelance journalists and nonfiction writers can also stay afloat. (How to Keep an Ideas File as a Journalist.)Does it harm or undermine journalism? Possibly.

2 months ago | writersdigest.com | Alison Hill

If anyone asks me, “What’s the most important story you’ve covered as a journalist?” I’d quickly answer, “That’s easy, it was the one about a little dog named Boyo.”I’ve written hundreds of articles, filmed undercover, interviewed high ranking public officials, national politicians and celebrities; tackled controversial, hard-hitting issues, and worked as a journalist and producer on two continents. But the story that stole my heart was Boyo’s.

2 months ago | yahoo.com | Alison Hill

Generate Key TakeawaysIf anyone asks me, “What’s the most important story you’ve covered as a journalist?” I’d quickly answer, “That’s easy, it was the one about a little dog named Boyo.”I’ve written hundreds of articles, filmed undercover, interviewed high ranking public officials, national politicians and celebrities; tackled controversial, hard-hitting issues, and worked as a journalist and producer on two continents. But the story that stole my heart was Boyo’s.

2 months ago | writersdigest.com | Alison Hill

“If we were supposed to talk more than we listen, we would have two tongues and one ear.” -Mark TwainIn journalism there’s a time for everything. A time to ask tough questions, to probe and prod. A time to demand answers and hold leaders accountable. A time to be tough and unwavering while seeking truth. And there’s a time to stay silent and listen. This is when we can access the very soul of a story. (20 Common Journalism Terms for Writers.)But how many of today’s journalists are good listeners?

Nov 21, 2024 | writersdigest.com | Alison Hill

Once a common and worthy journalistic practice, undercover work has lost its appeal among industry professionals. While an exposé piece can reveal corruption and lead to reform, the methods used have raised legitimate concerns. In this piece, I’ll discuss some of the reasons for undercover journalism’s decline and explore the legal repercussions and ethical dilemmas that can arise.