 Freelance Journalism Advanced Freelance Journalism Diploma FJ12B, Diploma FJA18B Advanced Journalism, Media & Photography With this course program you can undertake the Freelance Journalism Course (12 modules) then undertake the Advanced Freelance Journalism Course (6 modules) The aim of these courses is to develop your knowledge and skills to the level of paid freelance journalist. Freelance journalists usually work from home writing articles and features that are sold to newspapers and magazines around the world. It’s an exciting field packed with variety, challenge and it's also a career that offers interesting perks and substantial rewards. "One of the things I love about news reporting is that every day is a brand new day." - Sandra Sully, presenter, Ten Late Night News Your Freelance Journalism Course will will start you on the pathway of becoming a successful freelance journalist. Through the course you will learn about mainstream journalism (news journalism, rounds reporting, ethical reporting, etc;.) the lucrative area of applied journalism, the art of professional interviewing, article writing, feature writing, column writing, writing entertainment reviews and more. When you progress to the Advanced Freelance Journalism Course you will expand your skills to news reporting under pressure and photojournalism, and you will start tackling some 'live' reporting through The Virtual Newsroom. With the support of your tutor (a newspaper editor who works in the industry running a busy newspaper), you will learn the essential components of coming up with story ideas, structuring your story in the way that editors want, writing the story from headline to tail and you will acquire advanced skills in how to present your work for editors. This is one of the most comprehensive correspondence courses available in Freelance Journalism. Through progressive learning and practical activities you will learn to write winning articles in the areas of fashion, travel, news and current affairs, general interest, health and fitness, women's and men's topics, and more. free facts pack You will learn the keys to writing good articles that editors want to buy and you will learn how to working with the five fundamental questions every journalist must know to get their stories published. Also, in this Course you will learn about the value of selling and re-selling your articles and how syndication works. With this aim in mind, you will gain invaluable skills in how to profit from freelance journalism. Career opportunities include: Freelance Journalist, Columnist, Feature Writer, News Reporter, Freelance Writer, Foreign Correspondent, Sub-editor, Researcher. Industries include: newspaper/magazine publishing, television/media, corporate/government. Journalists write and edit news reports, commentaries and features for newspapers, magazines and for radio or television stations. Most journalists are expected to be 'generalists', that is, able to cover almost any topic of interest. Journalists who work for large commercial organisations and government departments may also prepare annual reports and media releases. A journalist may perform the following tasks:
Journalists usually start as in-house cadets or freelancers and report routine events and general interest stories. All journalists are required to understand the laws of defamation, contempt and copyright. They may have to work irregular hours and often need to complete work to meet publication or broadcasting deadlines. Travel is sometimes a necessary part of the work. After learning the ropes, a journalist may specialise as a:
Course Information This course has been developed to meet the requirements of freelance journalists working on assignment for a range of newspapers with some broadcasting elements. It is packed with practical activities and you will have real articles and features to write and submit to newspaper editors. In addition, you can access the online activities in the eLearning Centre to further practise and test your knowledge and skills. And you can talk with other students from all over the country in the Student Forum. Your course is made up of tutorial workbooks (lessons), assignment projects and printed/online supplements. You have up to 5 years to complete your course and graduate or Fast Track your course over weeks or months. When you successfully complete your course you will be awarded: Diploma of Journalism (Freelance Journalism) and if you complete the advanced level: Diploma of Journalism (Advanced Freelance Journalism) plus on your award and transcript: The ACQ Diploma of Freelance Journalism and Diploma of Advanced Freelance Journalism are formally recognised by Central Queensland University (CQU). With successful completion you can apply for entry into and have some advanced standing in CQU degrees, including Bachelor of Arts (Journalism). These programs can be completed from home in distance mode. If accepted into a CQU program you will be exempted from two first year units: JOUR11005 Introduction to Journalism JOUR11006 News Writing and Reporting This statement will appear on your Transcripts and the CQU logo will appear on your Diploma. View the subjects on the CQU Handbook Freelance Journalism Course Freelance Journalism: Tutorial 1. The World of Journalism Topic 1: An introduction to freelance journalism Topic 2: The journalist's role Topic 3: Careers in journalism Topic 4: A brief history of journalism Topic 5: Inside a newspaper Topic 6: Working as a freelance journalist Topic 7: The journalist's toolkit Topic 8: Writing a journalism article Topic 9: Getting started—space fillers Tutorial 2. News Reporting 1A Topic 1: What you need to succeed as a freelance news journalist Topic 2: Article structure: the inverted pyramid Topic 3: Writing the lead Topic 4: Writing the body Topic 5: Writing the tail Topic 6: Writing for the media Topic 7: How an editor assesses your article Tutorial 3. Freelance Journalism Essentials: Responsible Journalism Topic 1: Reporting the news Topic 2: Responsible journalism Topic 3: Journalist's equipment Topic 4: Accounts and stationery Topic 5: Tutorial summary Tutorial 4. Writing as a Freelance Journalist Topic 1: Selling yourself and your work Topic 2: How to lay out your articles Topic 3: Notes from an editor Topic 4: A basic freelance contract Topic 5: Tutorial summary Tutorial 5. News Reporting 1B Topic 1: Beginnings, middles and endings Topic 2: Angles and hooks Topic 3: Reporting quotes Topic 4: Reporting media events Topic 5: Writing tense Topic 6: Tutorial summary Tutorial 6. Research, Statistics and the Internet Topic 1: Research and information sources Topic 2: The Internet Topic 3: External research resources Topic 4: Accessing 'official' information Topic 5: Tutorial summary Tutorial 7. Journalism Interviews Topic 1: Good interviewing Topic 2: Interviews and profile articles Topic 3: Setting up the interview Topic 4: Observation, reporting and interview strategies Topic 5: Interview quotes Topic 6: Doing a TV interview Topic 7: The art of the interview Topic 8: Tutorial summary Tutorial 8. Writing Style Topic 1: Using newspaper style Topic 2: Writing techniques Topic 3: House style—journalistic rules and conventions Topic 4: News Limited Style Topic 5: Names and honorifics Topic 6: Modifiers and clichs Topic 7: Punctuation, spelling and grammar Topic 8: Trade terminology and journalistic jargon Topic 9: Ten tips for good writing Tutorial 9. Newspaper Writing and Sub-Editing Topic 1: A journalist's way with words Topic 2: Working with the sub-editor Topic 3: Newspaper language Topic 4: Writing headlines Topic 5: Writing editorial Topic 6: Tutorial summary Tutorial 10. Media Law and Ethics Topic 1: Defamation Topic 2: Confidentiality—a mixture of ethics and law Topic 3: The law and court reporting Topic 4: Copyright Topic 5: Ethics and courtesy count, too Topic 6: Tutorial summary Tutorial 11. Feature Writing Topic 1: FreelancIng for the mainstream media Topic 2: Six mainstream journalism areas Topic 3: Feature writing Topic 4: Researching a feature story Topic 5: Writing a feature story Topic 6: Reviewing a feature story Topic 7: Tutorial summary Tutorial 12. Writing Columns and Reviews Topic 1: A column of your own Topic 2: Writing for specialist publications Topic 3: Writing reviews Topic 4: Writing arts and entertainment reviews Topic 5: Writing a music review Topic 6: Sports writing Topic 7: Travel writing Topic 8: Your contacts book Topic 9: Tutorial summary Advanced Freelance Journalism: Tutorial 13. Applied Journalism and Multi-media Topic 1: The role of applied journalism Topic 2: Writing press releases and public relations pieces Topic 3: Writing a ‘people’ piece Topic 4: Writing editorials Topic 5: Writing content for the web Topic 6: The virtual newsroom: your news desk free facts pack Topic 7: Producing copy under pressure Tutorial 14. Choosing Assignments Topic 1: Newspaper versus magazine writing Topic 2: Writing for magazines Topic 3: Choosing the right magazine Topic 4: What magazine publisher’s want Topic 5: Choosing your assignments Topic 6: Domestic versus international markets Tutorial 15. Broadcast Journalism: Television and Radio Topic 1: The electronic media market Topic 2: Journalism in broadcasting Topic 3: Reporting for television and radio Topic 4: Television and radio writing techniques Topic 5: Television and radio presenting techniques Topic 6: Techniques for writing scripts and speeches Tutorial 16. Photojournalism and Specialisms Topic 1: The journalist and the photographer Topic 2: Behind photojournalism Topic 3: Photojournalism basics Topic 4: Photography techniques Topic 5: Getting into photojournalism Topic 6: Writing for specialised markets Topic 7: The trail of the ‘Paparazzi’ Tutorial 17. Professional Freelancing Topic 1: How professionals get work Topic 2: How professionals handle rejections Topic 3: Building relationships with editors and sub-editors Topic 4: The final edit Topic 5: Earning an income from freelance journalism Topic 6: Negotiating rates and contracts Tutorial 18. On Assignment Topic 1: Three elements of freelance success Topic 2: What to take with you on assignment Topic 3: Managing your assignments Topic 4: Other sources of income Topic 5: Building your freelance journalism business Topic 6: Your future as a freelance journalist For an outline and facts booklet, click on Free Facts Pack. Download it or have it mailed to you. | |
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