This is a practical workshop where you will learn how to develop effective writing skills and gain insights from a practicing journalist who has worked across several national and regional top tier titles.
Course objectives
Participation in this course will help you gain skills and knowledge on:
• UAE English media – a typical day in a print newsroom and when to pitch
• How to write a press release that cuts through the clutter
• Styles of feature writing: Which suits your story best?
• Write an impactful op-ed: What do journalists need from your piece
Training level
Introductory – Intermediate
For any additional inquiries, please email us at community@mepra.org.
Facilitator
Jennifer Bell is a British-trained, award-winning international correspondent trained to the highest level in the UK. She has ten years industry experience and is a former senior journalist and a senior national editor for The National newspaper. Jennifer, who is now a freelance journalist, contributes to many top tier titles across the region including, Gulf News, Arab Weekly, Arabian Business, Arabian Business Qatar, The Business Voice, Life 360, Middle East Health, Business Benchmark, and commissions for UK titles such as a special reports for The Telegraph. She also compiles editorials for WorldSkills Abu Dhabi and WorldsSkills International, Dubai Cares and United Arab Emirates University (UAEU).
Location
Zabeel House by Jumeirah, The Greens
Date & Timings
14th July 2022 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM GST
Registration
To enrol in this course, please register below or email us at community@mepra.org
Fees
MEPRA Members 1,500 AED, Non-members 2,500 AED.
Upfront payment is required for this workshop.
Please note that there are no cancellations & refund upon confirmation.
