What qualifications are necessary for employment in the field of religion reporting?
According to RNA member David Briggs there is no one way to become a religion writer. “A great reporter is a great reporter.” He recommends obtaining two degrees, a graduate or undergraduate degree in journalism and a graduate or undergraduate degree in religion studies. “The better the schools in each field, the better prepared you will be in the profession, and the greater you flexibility and attractiveness will be in the job market. Working with talented instructors who have professional experience also provides important lessons in collegiality. How you work with people will make an immense difference in what you can accomplish.”
