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Coffee mornings and pitching clinics are back
IN RESPONSE to demand from our members we bring back our coffee mornings - an opportunity to discuss issues in freelance journalism with colleagues and an expert.
And we have listened to growing requests for opportunities beyond our coffee mornings: we are thrilled to bring back our Pitching Clinic.
18 October at noon: Pitching Clinic with Andrea Glioti, Investigative Editor at The New Arab.
Andrea Glioti is a seasoned Italian journalist with extensive experience covering the Middle East. His expertise in Syria, Lebanon, Iraq, and the Gulf region, combined with his fluency in Arabic and Kurdish, make him a valuable asset to The New Arab.
You can also follow Andrea on Twitter at @andreaglioti.
25 October at noon: writing and reporting clearly in a second language coffee morning with Katharine Quarmby.
Join us for an informal coffee morning where Katharine, who will discuss the essentials of writing and reporting clearly in a second language. She will share effective strategies for communicating in an additional language based on her experience with reporters across Europe and her work with students. Attendees can expect tips, resources, and an interactive problem-solving session.
Katharine Quarmby is an award-winning writer, editor and journalist with extensive knowledge of writing and editing across print, TV, radio and online; and is a Royal Literary Fellow at the University of West London. Her books include her debut novel, The Low Road, published in June 2023 by Unbound Publishing. It won the 2023 Silver Medal, Historical Women’s Fiction, in the Coffee Pot Book Club award and gained an Honourable Mention, Historical Romance category, Coffee Pot Book Club Award.
30 October at 13:00 noon: How to tackle impostor syndrome: This session, led by Lily Canter, co-director of Freelancing for Journalists, will provide practical steps to overcome impostor syndrome, build your brand, and handle rejection as a freelancer.
7 November at noon: a coffee morning on How to think outside the box with first-person stories: Lily Canter will share tips on turning everyday experiences into compelling first-person pieces, finding fresh angles for popular topics, and ghostwriting personal experience features.
Monday 11 November at 14:30: a live session on crime reporting and investigations with Duncan Campbell - former crime correspondent of the Guardian and the author of The Underworld and We’ll All Be Murdered in Our Beds: The Shocking History of Crime Reporting. It will be from 14:30 to 18:00 (with a coffee break) at Headland House, 72 Acton St, London WC1X 9NB.
This session will delve into critical aspects of covering crime, the courts, prisons, issues such as miscarriages of justice and the activities of the far-right and extremist groups. Duncan Campbell will share insights on navigating the complexities of libel laws, avoiding contempt of court, and the legal pitfalls that journalists may face while reporting on these subjects. Participants will also receive a list of suggested readings to deepen their understanding of the field.
Whether you are a journalist, researcher, or simply interested in the complexities of crime reporting, this workshop will provide valuable guidance and perspectives from a leading expert.
The event is open to NUJ members. Please confirm your attendance by filling out this form.
If you have any problems filling out the form or would like another format, please contact us or the training officer at mariam.elsayeh@icloud.com
Friday 22 November at noon: Pitching Clinic with Juliana Ruhfus, award-winning broadcaster and investigative journalist.
More details to follow.
Juliana Ruhfus is a renowned journalist with extensive experience in broadcasting, investigative journalism, and filmmaking. Her work at Al Jazeera English and BBC World Service TV Investigations has earned her recognition and respect in the industry. As a mentor and consultant, she has guided numerous journalists and organisations.
Friday 29 November at noon: Pitching Clinic with Juliana Ruhfus, award-winning broadcaster and investigative journalist.
More details to follow.
Juliana Ruhfus is a renowned journalist with extensive experience in broadcasting, investigative journalism, and filmmaking. Her work at Al Jazeera English and BBC World Service TV Investigations has earned her recognition and respect in the industry. As a mentor and consultant, she has guided numerous journalists and organisations.
Join us for these informative and inspiring sessions to learn from industry experts and enhance your publishing skills. Take advantage of this invaluable opportunity to gain practical insights and skills to enhance your pitching abilities.
Coffee mornings and pitching clinics take place on Zoom. We send invitations to Branch members: if you are a freelance member of the NUJ and have not received one please contact training@londonfreelance.org
Stay tuned for news of further Pitching Clinics: www.londonfreelance.org/training
- Please give us your feedback through this link
- Join LFB’s Training WhatsApp group
- If you would like more privacy, here is our Slack link
- Please email us at training@londonfreelance.org if you have any specific topics or questions you would like to address during the discussion. We will do our best to incorporate them into the agenda
- Please note that there is a long-term programme for journalists who have English as a foreign language: let us know if you would like to join
We plan soon to hold a face-to-face workshop about investigative reporting.
We are excited to have you participate. We can empower each other and work towards a more inclusive and diverse journalism industry.
If you have any questions or need more information, please do not hesitate to contact Mariam Elsayeh, LFB Training Officer: mariam.elsayeh@icloud.com or training@londonfreelance.org
Thank you for your attention, and we eagerly await your presence at the Coffee Morning discussion.