Journalism training news

NCTJ launches new awards scheme

June 6 2008

Editors, tutors, trainers, NCTJ students and trainees are invited to support the NCTJ's first Awards for Excellence in Journalism, which celebrate the achievements of those working on, or who have completed, NCTJ-accredited courses.

It's free to enter and information on categories, what the judges will be looking for, and full entry details are available on the website www.nctjawards.com.

There's also a chance to submit nominations for a special award, which will recognise someone's outstanding contribution to high standards of journalism training. Anyone can put forward a candidate to be considered for the NCTJ Chairman's Award.

The deadline for applications to reach the NCTJ is 5pm on August 15, 2008, and winners will be announced at the Society of Editors' Conference in November 2008.

The NCTJ said in a statement: "In a competitive industry, winning an award can make all the difference in helping new entrants stand out from the crowd. Winning an NCTJ Award for Excellence in Journalism will bring prestige and recognition to all involved - centres of learning, media companies and individual contributors. It will also highlight those who work with the NCTJ in the pursuit of excellence in journalism training."