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🏆The Freelance Journalism Awards shortlist is out!!! Find out who has been put forward to the judging panel. Congratulations to all the shortlisted journalists and thank you so much to everyone who entered. The winners will be announced on July 3rd!
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Just a week left to enter the Freelance Journalism Awards! There's £100 of prize money for each of the nine categories plus a goody bag and they're free to enter. Deadline is next week so hurry! Link in bio! .app
In the final episode of this series we speak to two freelance journalists who have carved out a side income as public speakers. Award-winning podcaster and BBC freelancer Dhruti Shah discuss how they find work as inspirational speakers and take us behind the scenes of the planning process.
On the podcast today we chat to two freelance journalists / authors who also make a living via self-publishing on Substack and Patreon. award-winning author of Running with the Kenyans, and former Telegraph Women editor , author of BFF: The Truth About Female Friendship, discuss the appeal of writing direct to an audience and why they decided to set up their own newsletters. Listen via your favourite podcast app on or YouTube with full captions
Ever wondered what social media management actually is? On the podcast today we talk to two freelance journalists who also work in social media marketing and SEO writing. The lovely and spill the beans on all things social media. Listen on your favourite podcast platform now!
Coming up on the podcast today we speak to the lovely .joi and about how to branch out as a freelance journalist. They discuss report writing, and how to gain translation work, all whilst juggling work as a journalist. Find us on Spotify, Apple etc. https://freelancing-for-journalists.captivate.fm/episode/report-writing-and-translation
SPRING SALE! All of our freelancing guides and video tutorials have 30% off. Lots of great freelancing resources available for just a few quid! Guides on pitching, where to find work, branding, contracts, podcasting and more. Pick up a guide to pitching for just £3.50, or a video tutorial on TikTok for Journalists for just £7. Full catalogue at https://payhip.com/freelancingforjournalists
In the podcast this week we discuss the world of copywriting and how freelance journalists can find work in this field. We chat to journalists Peter Ranscombe and Ella Delancey Jones about the difference between copywriting and content writing, and how to flit between writing for the audience and writing for a client. Copy and paste the link to listen now: https://freelancing-for-journalists.captivate.fm/episode/copywriting
On the pod today we speak to entertainment journalist and lifestyle writer about their side hustle lecturing at university. Find out how they secured paid teaching work and how you can break into lecturing as a freelance journo. https://freelancing-for-journalists.captivate.fm/episode/breaking-into-lecturing Sponsored by Cision
In the final episode of this series we speak to Precious Adesina about arts and culture journalism. Curating an interest in the arts from an early age, Precious went on to work for The Telegraph before going freelance. She talks about the challenges faced by black journalists, how she champions arts writing and her passion project as a radio presenter. Episode out now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and YouTube
In the penultimate episode of the series we speak to award-winning motoring journalist . She tells us how inheriting a classic car dramatically changed her career and how she has built a niche in a male dominated industry. She also speaks candidly about calling out sexism in the industry and discusses her exciting new challenge of presenting a television series. Podcast out now!
Don't miss our science special on the podcast this week. We spoke to about life as a freelance science and technology reporter and where he finds his unique story ideas https://freelancing-for-journalists.captivate.fm/episode/science-journalism
If you are interested in music journalism then we have just the podcast for you! This week we speak to about life as a freelance music journo in Edinburgh. She talks about diversity, how to create your own specialism and life as a night owl. Check it out now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube and https://freelancing-for-journalists.captivate.fm/episode/music-journalism
On the podcast today travel writer shares his pitching tips and explains how to break into the world of travel journalism. Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts
Our latest podcast series is now live! In this season we chat to freelance journalists with a unique specialism. On the pod today we talk to Charlie Moloney who is a freelance court reporter covering exclusive stories for the national press. He tells us how he finds the best stories and all the weird and wonderful cases he has covered. Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube etc. https://freelancing-for-journalists.captivate.fm/episode/court-reporting
BLACK FRIDAY SALE! We've gone a bit crazy and decided to sell ALL of our freelancing guides and online video tutorials for just £3! There are guides on pitching, finding work, developing ideas, podcasting, TikTok and more! Sale ends midnight November 28th. https://payhip.com/FreelancingforJournalists
On the podcast today we discuss Time Management. What is the best way to juggle multiple stories / projects / freelance roles and which apps are most handy for organisation. And when is it best to just write something down on paper? Excellent advice from top guests .the.runner https://www.youtube.com//videos
On the podcast today we quiz two commissioning editors about exactly what they want from freelance journalists. Do they have a preference for the style of pitches, would they commission a new writer and do they mind if their name is spelt incorrectly? We discuss this and much more on the FFJ podcast found on Spotify, Apple Podcasts etc. https://freelancing-for-journalists.captivate.fm/episode/what-editors-want-2
New podcast episode out today! We talk all about resilience and rejection and the techniques you can use to protect yourself as a freelancer. It was fab chatting to Kate Chapman and Melissa Hobson who both had lots of sage advice https://freelancing-for-journalists.captivate.fm/
On the podcast today we're talking about how freelance journalists should best use social media as more and more apps pop up. Watch on YouTube (with captions) or download on your favourite podcast platform. Thanks for the expert advice Steven Asarch Chris Stokel-Walker 👌 https://www.youtube.com//videos
New podcast episode coming up this Wednesday! Listen from 8am, October 25 (British Summer Time). Do you know your Mastodon from your Blue Sky? And does it even matter? We discuss how freelance journalists need to be rethinking social media with expert insight from Chris Stokel-Walker Chris Asarch on the podcast this week. https://freelancing-for-journalists.captivate.fm/episode/rethinking-social-media
It's podcast day! Listen to our chat with GQ magazine features editor Oliver Franklin-Wallis ang Guardian long reads writer .shackle . We discuss how to research, pitch and write a long read, and our two guests share their excellent advice. You can find the pod on Apple, Spotify, YouTube etc. just search Freelancing for Journalists. If you would like to access a version with captions then head over to our YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com//videos
The podcast is out today! We discuss what your rights are as a freelance journalist and how to take action against poor treatment and practice. Special thanks to our guests and Natasha Hirst, president of Find us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and You Tube!
Next series of the podcast goes live on Wednesday this week! And we've launched a YouTube channel to share the live recording of the pod. The first episode of the series is all about Freelance Rights. We had a really informative chat with Sheron Boyle, founder of Can Pay Won't Pay Facebook community and Natasha Hirst, president of the NUJ. Find the podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and YouTube from 8am, October 11.
In our final episode of the podcast series we speak to Hannah Summers, winner of Best Specialist in the Freelance Journalism Awards. She spoke about covering the family courts and how she has curved out a niche in this often unreported field of journalism.
On the podcast today we talk to the amazing Amelia Tait about how she writes her award winning articles. Amelia won Best Feature in the Freelance Journalism Awards for her fascinating piece on extreme tidiers. She discusses her tips on interviewing, structuring and how to get commissions by being a little bit cheeky on social media.
On the podcast today we chat to Lucy Osborne about her award winning investigation into sexual abuse in the fashion industry. Lucy was winner of the Best Investigation in the 2023 Freelance Journalism Awards. Her reporting featured in The Guardian and on a special Sky series
🏆In the podcast today we discuss nannying, studying and carving out a freelance journalism career with Lara Olszowska. She was winner of Best Early Career Journalist in the 2023 Freelance Journalism Awards. Listen wherever you download your podcasts
🏆 Today's podcast is a fascinating chat with Gabriella Jozwiak who won Best Print Journalist in the inaugural Freelance Journalism Awards for her reporting on child development in Ukraine, during the outbreak of the war. She discusses the complex logistics of reporting in a conflict zone as a freelance journalist
🏆On the podcast today we chat to about her award-winning news story which uncovered misconduct on Britain's Got Talent. Listen wherever you download your podcasts
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In the final episode of this series we speak to two freelance journalists who have carved out a side income as public speakers. Award-winning podcaster @hannah_ajala and BBC freelancer Dhruti Shah discuss how they find work as inspirational speakers and take us behind the scenes of the planning process. #freelance #journalist #reporter #publicspeaking #publicspeakingtips #freelancer
On the podcast today we chat to two freelance journalists / authors who also make a living via self-publishing on Substack and Patreon. @adharanand @thewayoftherunner award-winning author of Running with the Kenyans, and former Telegraph Women editor @clairecohen1, author of BFF: The Truth About Female Friendship, discuss the appeal of writing direct to an audience and why they decided to set up their own newsletters. Listen via your favourite podcast app on or YouTube with full captions #podcast #freelance #substack #newsletter #journalist
Ever wondered what social media management actually is? On the podcast today we talk to two freelance journalists who also work in social media marketing and SEO writing. The lovely @thebrittjones and @nicolemelv spill the beans on all things social media. Listen on your favourite podcast platform now! @cisionuk
SPRING SALE! All of our freelancing guides and video tutorials have 30% off. Lots of great freelancing resources available for just a few quid! Guides on pitching, where to find work, branding, contracts, podcasting and more. Pick up a guide to pitching for just £3.50, or a video tutorial on TikTok for Journalists for just £7. Full catalogue at https://payhip.com/freelancingforjournalists #freelance #guide #freelancing
In the podcast this week we discuss the world of copywriting and how freelance journalists can find work in this field. We chat to journalists Peter Ranscombe and Ella Delancey Jones about the difference between copywriting and content writing, and how to flit between writing for the audience and writing for a client. @ellalucie #copywriting #copywriter #writer #journalist #freelance Copy and paste the link to listen now: https://freelancing-for-journalists.captivate.fm/episode/copywriting
On the pod today we speak to entertainment journalist @bodyjamie and lifestyle writer @bethgneil about their side hustle lecturing at university. Find out how they secured paid teaching work and how you can break into lecturing as a freelance journo. https://freelancing-for-journalists.captivate.fm/episode/breaking-into-lecturing #lecturing #freelancing #journalism Sponsored by Cision
In the final episode of this series we speak to Precious Adesina about arts and culture journalism. Curating an interest in the arts from an early age, Precious went on to work for The Telegraph before going freelance. She talks about the challenges faced by black journalists, how she champions arts writing and her passion project as a radio presenter. Episode out now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and YouTube #freelance #journalism #freelancejournalist #journalist #freelancing #podcast #podcasting #arts #culture
In the penultimate episode of the series we speak to award-winning motoring journalist @charlottevowden . She tells us how inheriting a classic car dramatically changed her career and how she has built a niche in a male dominated industry. She also speaks candidly about calling out sexism in the industry and discusses her exciting new challenge of presenting a television series. Podcast out now! #freelance #freelancing #journalist #motoringjournalist #motoring #classiccars #podcast #podcasting
If you are interested in music journalism then we have just the podcast for you! This week we speak to @arusaqureshi about life as a freelance music journo in Edinburgh. She talks about diversity, how to create your own specialism and life as a night owl. Check it out now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube and https://freelancing-for-journalists.captivate.fm/episode/music-journalism #music #musicjournalism #freelance #freelancejournalist #journalist #journalism
On the podcast today travel writer @shafikmeghji shares his pitching tips and explains how to break into the world of travel journalism. Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts #podcast #freelance #journalist #travel #freelancewriter #freelancejournalist #traveljournalist #travelwriting
Our latest podcast series is now live! In this season we chat to freelance journalists with a unique specialism. On the pod today we talk to Charlie Moloney who is a freelance court reporter covering exclusive stories for the national press. He tells us how he finds the best stories and all the weird and wonderful cases he has covered. Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube etc. #freelance #freelancejournalism #journalist #courtreporting https://freelancing-for-journalists.captivate.fm/episode/court-reporting
On the podcast today we discuss Time Management. What is the best way to juggle multiple stories / projects / freelance roles and which apps are most handy for organisation. And when is it best to just write something down on paper? Excellent advice from top guests @anna.the.runner @salvolatile https://www.youtube.com/@freelancingforjournalists/videos #time #timemanagment #freelance #freelancewriter #journalist #podcast #pod #podcasting
New podcast episode out today! We talk all about resilience and rejection and the techniques you can use to protect yourself as a freelancer. It was fab chatting to Kate Chapman and Melissa Hobson who both had lots of sage advice https://freelancing-for-journalists.captivate.fm/
New podcast episode coming up this Wednesday! Listen from 8am, October 25 (British Summer Time). Do you know your Mastodon from your Blue Sky? And does it even matter? We discuss how freelance journalists need to be rethinking social media with expert insight from Chris Stokel-Walker Chris Asarch on the podcast this week. https://freelancing-for-journalists.captivate.fm/episode/rethinking-social-media #podcast #socialmedia #freelance #journalist
It's podcast day! Listen to our chat with GQ magazine features editor Oliver Franklin-Wallis ang Guardian long reads writer @samira.shackle . We discuss how to research, pitch and write a long read, and our two guests share their excellent advice. You can find the pod on Apple, Spotify, YouTube etc. just search Freelancing for Journalists. If you would like to access a version with captions then head over to our YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@freelancingforjournalists/videos #freelance #freelancing #journalist #long #longreads #journalism #pitch
Next series of the podcast goes live on Wednesday this week! And we've launched a YouTube channel to share the live recording of the pod. The first episode of the series is all about Freelance Rights. We had a really informative chat with Sheron Boyle, founder of Can Pay Won't Pay Facebook community and Natasha Hirst, president of the NUJ. #freelance #rights #journalism #podcast #freelancerights #freelancerrights #journalist Find the podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and YouTube from 8am, October 11.
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