Erin Archer

I am an experienced journalist currently working as the Chief of Staff at National Radio News. I thrive in a tight deadline environment and I am passionate about storytelling, particularly through the radio medium. I have completed a Master's Degree in Communication where I explored the role podcasts play in investigative journalism.

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Academic Pieces

Content from my Master's of Communication degree at Charles Sturt University.

Trace Team Talks Tactics: What do we learn about podcasting as a platform for investigative news?

RESEARCH DISSERTATION Submitted to Charles Sturt University for the Master of Communication degree

CCI501 Research Proposal - Distinction Standard

A research proposal into whether podcasts are the future of investigative journalism

JRN527 Global Code of Ethics - High Distinction Standard

A draft code of ethics for globalised journalism. This assignment assessed my ability to synthesise theoretical foundations of ethical principles and interpret this theory in regard to professional ethical codes and ethical conflicts and dilemmas that arise in journalism.

JRN527 Indigenous Affairs Editorial - Distinction Standard

A short editorial piece on an issue or event impacting on or representing Indigenous people. This assignment assessed my ability to analyse and demonstrate a sophisticated understanding of the complexities of Indigenous portrayal and representation in journalism.

CCI501 Annotated Bibliography - High Distinction Standard

An annotated bibliography for a research project exploring podcasts and their place in investigative journalism. This assignment demonstrates my ability to critically and systematically assess communication issues or problems and justify appropriate research strategies.

25th March 2019

JRN527 Visual Analysis - Distinction Standard

A short visual analysis of journalistic culture and practice as shown in an image. This article assessed my ability to analyse and demonstrate specialised knowledge of the history of journalism.

26th February 2019

CCI500 Briefing Paper - Distinction Standard

A briefing paper about the key issues affecting communication in the Journalism Industry. I used a PEST (political, economic, sociocultural, technological) analysis to examine the key issues.

26th February 2019

CCI500 Report - High Distinction Standard

A report detailing some of the key future challenges that will affect professional communicators in the journalism industry.

3rd October 2018

JRN526 Feature Article High Distinction Standard - Mental Health Month

A feature article on Mental Health Month, which takes place in NSW, Victoria and the ACT, used for an assignment in my Master of Communications university course.

3rd October 2018

JRN526 Essay High Distinction Standard - Investigative Journalism

Investigative reporting entails not simply the accumulation of factual information but also a careful evaluation of that information to ensure the story outcomes are accurate, insightful and responsible. Even so, the outcomes won't necessarily please everyone and, if properly done, nor should they.