2014-2015 Undergraduate & Graduate Catalog
CJR 466 - Freelance Journalism
The purpose of this course is to show students the various local, regional, and national markets for freelance materials; to outline specific steps for finding, researching, writing, and placing their stories, and to help students establish a base from which they can further explore outlets for their material. Freelance writing for newspapers, magazines, and public relations will be included. During the course students will be asked to write a query letter, research a topic of their choice and write out possible interview questions, submit at least four story ideas for publications of their choice, produce a short finished article, and participate fully in the work of the class. Offered on sufficient demand.
Credits: 3