How to find freelance work
Wed 7 Jul 2021 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM BST
Online, Zoom
Description
Want to know how to secure freelance journalism work? In this online session the directors of Freelancing for Journalists, Lily Canter and Emma Wilkinson, will equip you with the skills to find paid freelance opportunities at websites, newspapers and magazines. The interactive webinar will cover:
- How to use social media efficiently and effectively
- How to make the most of freelance jobs newsletters
- How to find and contact commissioning editors
- How to secure shift work
- How to start generating your own income
Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions and put forward dilemmas for Lily and Emma to answer. The session is suitable for those new to freelancing, journalists wishing to gain a clearer understanding of the current freelance landscape and journalism/media students and graduates.
Lily and Emma have 30 years freelance journalism experience between them and are authors of the textbook Freelancing for Journalists, as well as hosts of the popular podcast series of the same name. They also run the FFJ Facebook community.
A recording will be available for those unable to attend the live event. Please purchase a ticket and email us to receive a recording.
If you have a question about the webinar please feel free to contact freelancingforjournalists@gmail.com