Personal Statement For Journalism

I would hazard a guess that you are looking for a catchy headline.

After all, who is more obliged to write interestingly than a Journalist? It would probably be helpful for potential applicants to have had previous extensive experience, enrol to writing-focused courses or write for the student's paper.

I understand the value placed on such experiences as I have had some myself. However, let me approach this task from a different perspective. Please allow me to share with you just three stories from my life. I am confident this brief narrative would be most insightful about me.

My first story is about passion. One scorching day of June in the summer I got introduced to ancient poetry as the roman poet Horace was discussed. I was told to step in front of the class and read "Exegi Monumentum. non omnis moriar". The philosophy behind it was fascinating and the poem's heading has become my motto. To my mind it meant one's work is a timeless value left behind as legacy and the only way not to die altogether. Horace inflamed me with his idea to become a carrier and I challenged myself to explore the world and convey it to others. I felt encouraged to excel my communication skills. Soon I enrolled to song contests and practiced my English in singing. I agreed to enter several recitation competitions (one of Australian Poetry) and I was awarded 'audience choice' in one. I stepped out in class and at school ceremonies to give public speeches. However, above all other, I wished to create a piece of writing that would translate Horace to the contemporary reader. My goal was to write 20 pages per week and I miraculously kept myself disciplined. My conclusion was enlightening - I have found that passion strikes persistence in working, which in turn allows the possibility of. non omnis moriar.

My second story is about understanding the power of writing. It is commonly known that a journalist must be inquisitive and curious enough to explore the context of a story. Nevertheless the crux is to be sufficiently gifted to convey content to the reader. I attended American Literature classes. Essay writing presented most difficulty as it required fast lecture and accurate interpretation in English. I found it rather pleasing thanks to my enthusiasm for reading and prolific imagination. Finally "The Great Gatsby" time was upon us and half class was handed back failed essays. In cooperation with students over a dozen papers were rewritten, interpreting literally everything from social and economic background of the 20s to detailed analysis of each character and their motives. Obviously, essays differed in outlook and writing style. At that point I have recognized within myself groundwork with a potential for the journalistic craft - precisely by proving myself able to approach an issue in every aspect. Explaining and tutoring to write was enjoyable, and I found it surprisingly easy.

The third story is about getting down to business. After all, interpreting literature might be inspirational, but there is a real world out there that is more absorbing than any fiction. At that point I felt obliged to get acknowledged with that world I would one day like to comment on. My mind was fixed on global and local economy and politics, hence the immense interest in "The Economist" and Reuter's new agency. An initiative of UNICEF charity got me especially involved. Raising money for underprivileged children in Africa excelled my persuasion skills. The initiative was finalised with a gala, where current issues of African countries were outlined. Due to previous public performing I was asked to conduct the whole ceremony from stage. Remarkably, I found it very natural to emphasize concerns to the audience. Nevertheless, the awareness of global issues, such as lack of vaccines or the abuse of African natural resources was difficult to accept. I was delighted to help, to have an impact. At the same time my responsibility and discipline were tested by running the family business as my father's replacement. Except for handling clients I had to keep track of financing and comprehend the idea of the profit-oriented world of entrepreneurship. As far as I am concerned it seems there is a world filled with both difficulties and opportunities out there - a fascinating, ever-changing story just waiting to be told.

Conclusively I believe three qualities are particularly desirable in journalistic craft: curiosity, clarity and integrity.

Thank You for your consideration.