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The Six Do’s and Don’ts of Being a Journalism Intern
A lot of journalism internships are unpaid, so how do you get the most out of yours? What to do, what not to do, and important questions to ask 1. Do your homework It sounds obvious, but you’d be surprised how many interns haven’t picked up a copy of the magazine they’re interning at before …
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Four Reasons Journalists Should NEVER Write For Free
There’s a problem with the light in my kitchen. It flickers and stutters sometimes, makes me think that there’s something wrong with the connection. Enter Brad, a qualified electrician who fixes my light in 30 minutes. I know Brad had quoted me $200 an hour, but I say “hold on Brad, what if I recommend …
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How To Get A Client To Pay Up
When it comes to the daily humiliations of freelancing, I’m a pro. I’ve been taken in by the promise of exposure, dealt with the frustrations of something called “payment upon publication” and been burned by editors I considered friends. Getting a client to pay up isn’t always easy. I’ve gotten better at those things — …
Five Ways To Overcome The Monotony Of Freelancing
It’s a new year and, if you’re like most freelancers, you haven’t had a proper break yet. Sure you may have caught up with family, eaten yourself into a food-coma and drank a bit too much under some fireworks but, unlike your “real job” friends, you haven’t really had a week off (let alone the …
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