Asks Quote by Steve Bunce
“First of all I have to ask myself what am I trying to say and who am I trying to tell the story to. So if it's just 300 words going in the Independent it's very much where, what, who and when - fantastic. If there's a little bit more scope, if I've been given 1500 words by the sports editor, and I can have a little bit of fun, then I need to maybe entertain, include some different stuff.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Sports Writing Advice, Steve Bunce, 2015
A writer must consider purpose, audience, and scope before crafting a piece, adapting tone and content to length and outlet.
In simple terms: Know your goal and audience, then shape your story accordingly.
Key Takeaway
Tailor your approach to the assignment.
Themes
writing
audience
purpose
adaptation
Mood
thoughtful
strategic
Type
instructional
reflective
When to use this quote
- news article
- feature piece
- sports column
Key Concepts
communication
storytelling
genre
strategy
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance creativity with editorial constraints?
- What defines your audience’s expectations?
A Different Perspective
Longer pieces allow creative freedom, but risk straying from core message.
