What’s Required On Your Part?
So, what’s required of you to become a professional freelance writer capable of handling any and all assignments? The requirements are simple and straightforward:
- Ambition
- Enthusiasm
- The willingness to learn
If you have these qualities the British College of Journalism will provide you with the knowledge and skills to ensure your success.
There are no rules to being a freelance journalist. You don’t have to be gifted, you don’t need any specialised skill or qualification. Your success relies almost entirely on knowing how to “go about it”.
Most newspapers and magazines throughout the UK and the world rely on contributions from freelance writers. However, as you'll discover, the demand for your writing skills doesn't end here. There is a range of other lucrative freelance work to be obtained.
Where The Jobs Are
Almost everywhere you see words used, you will see a potential job for the freelance writer. Some of these opportunities include:
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Consumer magazines | |
Ghost writing |
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Metropolitan and regional newspapers | |
Corporate publications |
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Websites | |
Advertising copy writing |
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Community newspapers | |
e-books, newsletters and blogs |
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Trade magazines | |
Press releases |
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Technical writing | |
Copy editing |
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Annual reports | |
Club and association journals |
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Internet Magazines | |
Radio programming |
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Speech writing | |
On-line |
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Sub editing | |
Non-fiction books |
As you’ll discover, there are literally hundreds of profitable freelance writing opportunities to be had.
By the time you complete this Course, you will have an intimate knowledge of all aspects of freelance journalism. This goes far beyond simply putting words on paper. It also means developing your story ideas through to the important business side of marketing your professional skills and being paid for your efforts.
What's more, you'll be learning about the industry from the inside, benefiting from the accumulated knowledge of many of today's most successful freelance writers, journalists and editors. Remember, like yourself, every one of these media professionals was once a complete beginner.
- About the Course
- What's Required
- What You'll Achieve
