Helping You Be a Better Journalist
What’s Journalism Breakdown’s Goal?
To bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical skills by providing free, high-quality resources and community support for journalists of all backgrounds and experience levels.
Our Vision
We envision a future where journalism thrives, fueled by a generation of equipped, ethical, and impactful storytellers. We believe Journalism Breakdown serves as a stepping stone towards that future, empowering you to contribute meaningfully to the field.
Who We Serve
- Aspiring journalists
- Novice journalists
- Experienced journalists
What Makes Us Unique
- Free and not-for-profit – We believe everyone deserves the opportunity to pursue a career in journalism, regardless of financial limitations. Our platform and resources are free for use.
- We go beyond theory, offering completely original actionable tips, looking at case studies and providing commentary, and providing expert advice to equip you with the skills you need to succeed in the industry.
- Connect with fellow journalists, share experiences, and learn from each other.
- Comprehensive resources – Begin exploring our interactive glossary, blog posts, guest expert contributions, and more below.
Free resources to make you a better writer
Take advantage of our content and craft more powerful, clear, and impactful writing
Meet the Founder
Ryne Ryskoski is a Texas A&M Class of ‘22 journalism graduate who brings his passion for storytelling and his firsthand experience as a journalist to this platform. He is currently pursuing an M.S. in Digital Social Media at USC’s Annenberg School of Communication and Journalism. He honed his journalism skills through 6 years of various writing experiences with several organizations and mostly specialized in sports reporting. Ryne is dedicated to helping others navigate their journalism path and is actively seeking industry experts and experienced journalists to contribute their valuable insights to the platform.
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