Freelance Journalism

Overview

Journalism is a great career choice for you if you like the freedom of working to your own schedule, whether full time or part time.

Every day hundreds of books, newspapers and magazines are published to inform and to entertain the general public. Most of these publications rely on large numbers of freelance writers to back up their own staff journalists.

This course will teach you all you need to know to meet their requirements and get you into print. With our course in Freelance Journalism you will have your own personal tutor who will read all your work; evaluate its strengths and its weaknesses and give advice and encouragement on how to improve your writing skills.

Few achievements in life will equal the thrill of seeing your work in print. There is also the possibility of your freelance writing being a profitable activity as well. So, whether you want to become a full-time freelance journalist, or to enjoy a very satisfying, paying hobby, this course will set you on the road to success.

Course Contents

Remember, You can complete this Freelance Journalism course within 6 to 9 months of enrolling. So take your first step by contacting us today !

Detailed Content

Unit 1: Introduction

• A writer is a peron who writes
• The writer's life
• A writer's equipment
• Reference books
• Research
• The scope of the freelance writer
• Searching for ideas

Unit 2: The craft of writing - part 1

• Simplicity and brevity
• Structure
• Correct use of words
• Common errors

Unit 3: Selling your work

• The query letter
• Analysing markets
• Sample copies
• Coping with rejection
• Preparation of typescripts
• Copyright
• Use of photographs

Unit 4: Types of Articles

• The 'How to' article
• The news special
• Seasonal/anniversary articles
• The psychological article
• The humorous article
• The interview or profile
• The personal opinion piece

Unit 5: Markets - part 1

• Local newspapers
• Magazines
• Freesheets
• Filler markets
• Paragraphs
• Book reviews
• Readers'letters
• When to specialise

Unit 6: Markets - part 2

• Writing for the radio
• Radio documentaries
• Writing for television
• The non-fiction book
• Presentation of typescript
• Illustrating the book
• Overseas markets

Unit 7: The interview

• Human interest
• Know your subject
• List of questions
• Writing the interview
• Use of tape recorders

Unit 8: Money matters

• Selling rights
• Getting paid
• Full-time freelance writing
• Use of time
• Keeping records
• Tax and expenses
• Use of Agents

Unit 9: The craft of writing - part 2

• A fresh approach
• The rhythm of speech
• Think in pictures
• Breaking the rules
• Criticising your work
• Using a wordprocessor
• Creating your style

How distance learning works

Your Own Freelance Journalism tutor

As a Kilroy's College student, you will be assigned a personal tutor, who works with you throughout your course, providing expert guidance and tuition. With your experienced and qualified Freelance Journalism specialist as your tutor, you will be in "a class of one" but you will never be on your own.

An assignment is completed at the end of each study unit and sent to your tutor at the college. Helpful comments accompany each corrected assignment as they are promptly returned to you with your next study unit. You will receive regular feedback and encouragement from your tutor throughout your course, which helps to ensure the successful completion of your studies.

Any correspondence with the college and all your course work will be treated as strictly private and confidential.

An excellent textbook, carefully chosen by our course writers to complement this study programme, will be sent to you with your first study units, which is yours to keep for future reference.

A Kilroy's College Diploma is awarded to students based on their work throughout their course. You will receive your Kilroy's College Diploma in Freelance Journalism on the successful completion of all your assignments.

Many of our students currently employed have received a promotion or an increase in salary, as a direct result of completing a Kilroy's College course. Many students tell us that our courses have given them the confidence to go on to further study, to begin work or to change careers. So if you don't have time for evening classes or you would prefer to study at home at your own pace, this Freelance Journalism course could be perfect for you.

• You don't need to take time off from work or other personal commitments as this Freelance Journalism course allows you the flexibility and confidentiality of studying at home.
• You can start studying at any time as the college is open all year round.
• Because you study from home it offers you valuable savings in time and transportation.
• There is no pressure on time, no age limits and no previous experience is required.
• You will be in "a class of one" with your own tutor, an experienced and qualified specialist in Freelance Journalism, and your tuition is private and confidential.
• You will receive everything you need to get started in your student study pack.
• You will be awarded the Kilroy's College Diploma in Freelance Journalism in recognition of your educational achievement, on the successful completion of your course.

Delivery Method:
1. Correspondence
2. Online

Private Tutor: Yes

Duration: 6 to 9 months