BUDDING journalists are to be given an insight into the digital revolution as a North-East college enlists the help of an industry expert to shape their training.

Ex-Gazette executive editor Sue Calvert has been appointed to oversee the rejuvenated journalism course at Darlington College.

The college has a tradition of turning out some of the country’s most esteemed reporters, including John Sergeant and Kate Adie.

It has now responded to the changing needs of the modern world by overhauling the traditional National Council for the Training of Journalism certificate.

The new 18-week diploma will see students master digital media including online video production, social media, writing for modern platforms and interacting with readers.

As programme leader, Sue is ideally placed to oversee the transition with a breadth of knowledge.

“The course will prepare students for a fast-changing, hugely varied, multi-media global industry,” said Sue.