BBC News COO Inspires Students with Industry Insight

We were pleased to welcome Sam Taylor, Chief Operating Officer of BBC News, who spoke to students about his career journey into journalism and the wide range of routes into the industry. He highlighted how the BBC’s expansion into the North is creating new opportunities for young people across journalism, production and digital roles.

Sam also explored the growing role of AI in the media industry, discussing both its potential and challenges and shared practical advice on how to identify fake news and navigate information responsibly in a digital age.