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Beginners class for aspiring Journalists/ creative writers - taught by a qualified Journalist with BBC experience
This class is for aspiring Journalists and prospective Journalism students.
We will go through core writing structures and techniques for newsgathering and writing for different categories of news and news outlets.
I am an NCTJ qualified Journalist with BBC experience.
We will go through core writing structures and techniques for newsgathering and writing for different categories of news and news outlets.
I am an NCTJ qualified Journalist with BBC experience.
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A computer, webcam and a keen interest in Journalism and writing.Location
Online via webcam
General info
Age: | Children (7-12 years old) Teenagers (13-17 years old) Adults (18-64 years old) Seniors (65+ years old) |
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Student level: | Beginner Intermediate |
Duration: | 60 minutes |
The class is taught in: | English |
About Me
Hi there, I'm Mel, an enthusiastic student with an Undergraduate Degree in Multimedia Journalism, where I specialised in English, creative writing; creating and editing professional Journalistic pieces on Adobe software.I'm a current International Politics Masters student specialising in Human rights with plans to begin my PhD.
I have been using Adobe software since the ripe old age of 14 - I know, I'm a nerd. So if you need advice, lessons or guidance on Adobe programmes, then, I'm here to help. As a Journalist, I specifically specialise in Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, Premier Pro and Audition.
Education
- Undergraduate Degree: BA (Hons) Multimedia Journalism at the University of Bournemouth.- Postgraduate: MA International Politics at City, University of London (Currently studying).
- NCTJ qualified (National Council for the Training Of Journalists)
Experience / Qualifications
- Undergraduate Degree: BA (Hons) Multimedia Journalism at the University of Bournemouth.Qualification - High 2:1
- Postgraduate: MA International Politics at City, University of London (Currently studying). Qualification: Averaging a First
This class is for creative people/students/professionals that are new or wanting to understand more about using Adobe programmes.
As a University student and an Adobe awards ambassador for my work using the programme, I found it very helpful to get assistance from a real person, which I understand is very difficult for aspiring Adobe users in the current Coid-19 circumstances.
We will go through tools and techniques in photoshop and InDesign to get you started on your design journey. Adobe is a brilliant programme for creatives wanting to start a new hobby, or professionals, including, ut not limited to: photographers, video/picture editors and Journalists.
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