When citing an interview in your work, it is important to follow the guidelines of the citation style you are using. Different citation styles have different rules for citing interviews, so it is important to familiarize yourself with the specific guidelines of the style you are using. Here is a general overview of how to work cite an interview in several common citation styles:
MLA (Modern Language Association) style:
To cite an interview in MLA style, you will need to provide the following information:
- The name of the person being interviewed (first name, then last name)
- The title of the interview (if it has one)
- The type of interview (e.g. personal interview, telephone interview, email interview)
- The date of the interview
Here is an example of how to cite an interview in MLA style:
Smith, John. Personal interview. 15 Mar. 2020.
If you are citing an interview that was published in a magazine, newspaper, or online, you will also need to provide the title of the publication and the page numbers (if applicable). For example:
Smith, John. "The Future of Technology." Interview by Jane Doe. The New York Times, 15 Mar. 2020, p. A1.
APA (American Psychological Association) style:
To cite an interview in APA style, you will need to provide the following information:
- The name of the person being interviewed (last name, then first initial)
- The date of the interview
- The type of interview (e.g. personal interview, telephone interview, email interview)
Here is an example of how to cite an interview in APA style:
Smith, J. (2020, March 15). Personal interview.
If you are citing an interview that was published in a magazine, newspaper, or online, you will also need to provide the title of the publication and the page numbers (if applicable). For example:
Smith, J. (2020, March 15). "The Future of Technology." Interview by J. Doe. The New York Times, p. A1.
Chicago (Turabian) style:
To cite an interview in Chicago style, you will need to provide the following information:
- The name of the person being interviewed (first name, then last name)
- The title of the interview (if it has one)
- The type of interview (e.g. personal interview, telephone interview, email interview)
- The date of the interview
Here is an example of how to cite an interview in Chicago style:
Smith, John. Personal interview. March 15, 2020.
If you are citing an interview that was published in a magazine, newspaper, or online, you will also need to provide the title of the publication and the page numbers (if applicable). For example:
Smith, John. "The Future of Technology." Interview by Jane Doe. The New York Times, March 15, 2020, A1.
It is important to note that these are just general guidelines, and you should always refer to the specific guidelines of the citation style you are using to ensure that your citations are accurate and complete. In addition, it is always a good idea to consult with your instructor or a style guide for more detailed information and examples on how to cite an interview in your work.