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Courses - Spring 2025
JOUR
Journalism Department Site
Open Seats as of
12/08/2024 at 10:30 PM
JOUR628Z
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Specialized Topics in News Writing and Reporting; Making a Career as a Freelance Journalist
Credits: 1
Grad Meth: Reg, Aud
Prerequisite: JOUR502.

Freelancing can give early-career journalists their first big break in the industry. This course will cover the basics of launching a career as a freelance reporter: pitching, setting rates, forming relationships with editors, managing invoices and doing your taxes.