What are the qualities of a good reporter?

Answer 1

A good reporter should, first and most importantly, know how to listen and to observe. Second, a reporter needs to be curious about people and topics. Third, a reporter must be able to write, without bias or opinion (unless doing an opinion piece). Reporters must follow the ethics of journalism even if those convictions cause discomfort or inconvenience. Many reporters have gone to jail rather than to reveal a source, for example. Thus, reporters must also be confidants to their sources in a sense.

Answer 2

A report should stick to the topic that needs to be addressed without adding fluff or irrelevant information. It should be clear, factual and focused. It should also be well-organized.