Whether you're new to freelance writing or just considering it as a possible sideline, this crash course in the logistics of journalism covers everything you need to know about how to get ahead in the industry. Featuring inspiring speeches from Hecklerspray founder Stuart Heritage, Observer Magazine deputy editor Emma John and journalist and digital media consultant Alan Rutter, the course offers up-to-the-minute advice from working writers and editors on everything from learning the lingo to a variety of ways to make journalism pay.
Thank you very much indeed for running this masterclass. It has given me the confidence and knowledge to turn the ideas in my head into professional pitches that I hope will lead to commissions for work.
I can't rate it highly enough, the content was so relevant for anyone wanted to start/resurrect a career in freelance journalism.
I have never been on a course that provided so much expert knowledge and advice. Absolutely superb.
I thought that the course was exceptional! The first session alone, about how to pitch, was worth the course fee alone.
I was amazed at how free they were with their help. I really walked away feeling I'd had a very special day.
It was a good mix of topics and personalities, interspersed with more 'active' tasks to keep the audience active and PLENTY of time for questions. Full marks for the whole. I think the day worked very well, as an all-round intro or re-motivator for freelancers.
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