How to Be a Freelance Journalist
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Posted by Cathy Smith Jan 11, 2009 |
Journalism is an interesting, exciting profession. You don’t have to have a university degree - what you need is a natural curiosity about the world you live in, people you meet, subjects that interest you and about which you would like to know more, and the will to persevere.
No matter where you live in the world, be it a small town or a big city, there are stories just waiting for someone to write them. It takes a little confidence when you first decide to have a go, but if you have an enquiring mind, can string a few words together in an interesting way and are willing to learn as you go, there’s no reason why you should not eventually see your articles published.
Below are links to a journalism course that I taught for four years in London, UK. The text is written by myself and is aimed at the beginning writer. I hope you find it helpful.
Best of luck.
Cathy
How to Be a Freelance Journalist - Getting Started
Travel Journalism for Beginners
Interviewing for new Journalists
Interviewing - Getting Best Out of Subject
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