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Boot Camp for Journalists
Write and sell magazine and newspaper articles in our signature class
Course DetailsCongratulations! You've got a clip or two -- now you want more, in bigger, better publications, with bigger, better paychecks. Each week, you'll push yourself to research, write, and pitch a new piece. Classes will begin with your instructor's lectures, but will primarily be devoted to workshopping student writing. Lecture notes, handouts, reporting and writing tips, and examples will guide you outside class. By the end of eight weeks, you'll have a new portfolio of work and a new set of skills. Assignments include a service/how-to piece, an arts and culture review, a profile, a metro section piece, an editorial, a business/news article, a personal essay, and at least two pitch letters. We don't call it Boot Camp for nothing -- make sure you have enough time to research and write a piece a week. In this class, you can expect to learn:
A complete portfolio of 7 publishable articles that will impress any editor, the ability to work under tight deadlines, and the know-how to create the career you want. Admission requirements: Students must have at least one published article. Please submit a letter of interest (including a brief work history), and a writing sample (less than 2,000 words). Related CoursesTell me when courses like this are scheduled. • InDesign for Writers and Editors – New York (Class starts May 10)
• Flash for Journalists – New York (Class starts May 17)
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Instructor BioJulia Dahl's Courses Boot Camp for Journalists – New York (Class starts June 2)  Testimonials Breaking into the Glossies with Julia Dahl was an educational, informative, and inspiring experience. Julia is a seasoned expert in her field and her approachable demeanor put all members of the class at ease and allowed for an open and frank discussion about pitching to glossy magazines. This was a terrific course! -- Andrea Sarubbi, Georgetown University Office of Communications"The class really helped me jumpstart my freelance writing career. I finished the course with 5 solid writing assignments that are all circulating with editors at major magazines now, and I've found a network of female writers with whom I plan to stay in touch. It's a great way to stay motivated!" -- Jennifer Rudolf "My first piece just came out in Woman's Day, and I've sold 3 more stories for inclusion in upcoming issues. The course has already more than paid for itself, and Julia has been a warm, accessible instructor with a real willingness to stay in touch with her former students." -- Nicole Rosenleaf Ritter, writer & editor "Couldn't have had a better instructor! She was everything a teacher should be, knowledgable about women's magazines and a true inspirational mentor. I've read a lot of books on magazine writing and was amazed how much more I learned from this class. I not only got wonderful tips on writing for magazines, but was also very inspired!" -- Wendy Land "Julia Dahl is amazing. She's smart, knowledagble and so personable. She's the ideal instructor. There was no "stupid" question and she made the class comfortable and fun too. All cristicism was completely constructive and always encouraging. I couldn't have learned more." -- Debbie Williams "I think my instructor was enthusiastic, intelligent, dedicated and very supportive. She concisely steered me in the right direction by pointing out my strengths and weaknesses. She told me what areas I should focus on and what I should do in order to pursue a writing career. She had a no-nonsense, no BS approach that I appreciated. I've been writing for a long time but didn't know what areas I should focus on. I think Julia helped guide me in the correct direction." -- Lisa Molinaro |
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