Introduction To Fashion Journalism

Do you want to know how to report from the catwalk shows, co-ordinate a fashion shoot and write fashion news? Do you dream of working for a fashion magazine? If you are interested in taking the first steps towards a career in fashion journalism, this beginners course is the one for you.

Topics covered include:

• how to write news and features
• face-to-face interviews
• building contacts
• getting a job in fashion
• the structure of a fashion team in a magazine

Journalists increasingly have to commission fashion shoots, if not style themselves, so an introduction on how to choose pictures and basic fashion styling are also included.

Who should take this course?

The course is aimed at those looking for an insider's overview into the fashion journalism profession.

Entry requirements

Basic writing ability, a good grasp of the English language and an eye for fashion.

Level: Beginners

Follow-up course

After doing this course, you should look into our Fashion Journalism - Intermediate short course, which will provide you with plenty more opportunities for putting what you've learned into practice.

Please note: This course is for students aged 18 and older