Does it cover source attribution and 'off the record' rules?

Absolutely. It defines and provides scripts for negotiating 'on the record,' 'background,' 'deep background,' and 'off the record' status to protect both the journalist and the source.

What interview types does this skill support?

It includes specialized templates for investigative, profile, expert, and sensitive victim interviews, ensuring the right approach for every source type.

How does it help with legal compliance?

The skill provides specific guidance on one-party vs. two-party consent recording laws and includes a verbal consent template to ensure you get permission on the record.

Can it help with background research?

Yes, it features comprehensive checklists for verifying public records, professional history, social media presence, and previous media appearances.

Who is this skill primarily designed for?

It is built for journalists, media professionals, academic researchers, and anyone conducting formal interviews where accuracy and ethics are paramount.

Journalism Interview Preparation

Name: Journalism Interview Preparation
Author: jamditis

byjamditis

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Productivity & Workflow

Streamlines the interview lifecycle with research checklists, question frameworks, and professional attribution guidelines for journalists and researchers.

This skill provides a comprehensive framework for planning and executing professional interviews, ensuring reporters and researchers are thoroughly prepared before they ever start a conversation. It offers structured checklists for background research, diverse question templates tailored to specific interview types—such as investigative, profile, or expert sessions—and clear guidance on recording laws and attribution levels. By automating the logistical and ethical groundwork, the skill helps users maintain high journalistic standards, manage sensitive sources effectively, and ensure all necessary facts are captured for accurate reporting.

Key Features

01End-to-end logistics management including scheduling templates and follow-up protocols

02Legal guidance on recording consent laws and ready-to-use verbal consent templates

03Structured question frameworks for investigative, profile, expert, and sensitive interviews

04Standardized protocols for managing 'on the record' vs. 'off the record' attribution

05Comprehensive pre-interview research checklists covering public records and social media audits

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Use Cases

01Standardizing interview workflows and ethical training for media organizations or academic teams

02Preparing for high-stakes investigative interviews with complex subjects or public figures

03Navigating legal and ethical requirements for recording and source attribution in different jurisdictions

What are Skills?·How to Install

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npx skillfish add jamditis/claude-skills-journalism interview-prep

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

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