WIL 101-01 - Intro Topics Innovation and Leadership: The Enterprise of Freelance Journalism

1 credits (Fall)

The Enterprise of Freelance Journalism. Journalism isn’t dying, but the newsroom might be. Freelance journalists run their own enterprise by finding their own stories, setting their own hours, and working from wherever they want. This course covers the practicalities of freelancing, from identifying stories to building a platform on social media, as well as how to use those tools to build a more ethical, diverse and sustainable future for the profession. Sponsored by the Wilson Center for Innovation and Leadership.

Prerequisite: None.
Note: Dates: October 28 to November 18. Short course deadlines apply.
Instructor: Staff