Institute for Independent Journalists: The Freelance Business Workshop

The Institute for Independent Journalists is presenting an all-day workshop on the business of freelancing on July 31 in Chicago! This full-day workshop, held the day before the NABJ annual convention, is designed to help freelancers develop sustainable independent journalism practices. Meet assigning editors from the New York Times, Chicago Sun-Times and other publications. Whether you're a early-stage freelancer or seasoned journalism entrepreneur, this workshop offers valuable training, including: 

The 3 P’s model of structuring a freelance portfolio and what to negotiate for besides higher pay. 

Effective networking, recruiting anchor clients, identifying your brand and niche, and knowing when to say no. 

A range of organization, time management, and mental health strategies.

Registration rates: $49 early bird rate, until June 5; or $69 pre-registration before July 17; or $99 regular registration after that time. If you're registered for the NABJ convention, you get a $25 discount. SEJ members get a 10% discount; contact cmac@sej.org for the code. The workshop ran alongside the AAJA convention last summer and it was sold out, so get your tickets now! 

To register or for more information, go here.

The Institute for Independent Journalists’ mission is the financial and emotional sustainability of freelancers of color; everyone is welcome at IIJ events.