The Free-Lance Writing Toolkit

Training Provided by Online Training Directory The a Toolkita is designed as a creative approach to help the learner design, implement, and practice his/her objective to become a successful free-lance writer.

The Free-Lance Writing Toolkit The Free-Lance Writing “Toolkit”

Full Description

Using an easy to remember six-step approach, the learner will be able to build a reputation as a successful free-lance writer. This approach is invaluable to the learner as he/she becomes immersed in the process of acquiring and developing the "tools" or requirements necessary to become a master free-lance writer.

Outcomes:

By taking the course, the learner will be able to: Assess writing strengths and weaknesses Determine goals, ambitions, and aptitude for free-lancing. Market him/herself as a free-lancer. Develop an impressive portfolio. Understand the various forms of written communications used in free-lance writing. Provide the learner with a checklist of basic journalism skills and aids required for written communications. Navigate through contract negotiations. Avoid common free-lance stumbling blocks. Build a successful free-lance business.

Assessment:

During the course, the student will be expected to turn in his/her customized plan based on what they are learning. The plan will serve as an outline for launching a successful free-lance writing career. The instructor will evaluate the plan and provide feedback and make recommendations as needed.

Week 1 Tool 1: The Hammer helps the learner "hammer out" or form his/her path to successful free-lance writing by:
·Assessing writing strengths and weaknesses.
·Determining goals, ambitions, and aptitude for free-lancing.
Week 2 Tool 2: The Nails help the learner "nail down" and define his/her target market by:
·Marketing him/herself as a free-lancer: Cultivating prospects, defining, and contacting key people at target companies.
·Developing an impressive portfolio.
Week 3 Tool 3:The Nuts and Bolts provide the learner with free-lance writing skill development through:
·Comparing and contrasting the various forms of written communications used in free-lance writing.
·Providing the learner with a checklist of basic journalism skills and aids required for written communications
·Comparing graphic, print, and audio visual production.
Week 4 Tool 4: The Compass gives advice to the learner in navigating through the details of contract negotiations including:
·Bidding
·Understanding the approval process
·Determining hourly rates or set fees
·"Spec" projects
·Writing Contracts
·Invoicing

Tool Five: The Flashlight provides the learner with insight into avoiding common free-lance stumbling blocks such as:
·Assessing and gaining freedom to design, write, style, and create with the client''''''''''''''''s voice in mind.
·Encouraging input from and determining availability of "key resources."
·Retaining confidentiality and accessing "sensitive material."
Week 5 Tool Six: The level provides advice for the learner to keep his/her business in balance so that a continuous stream of clients and prospects are maintained.
The goal for any free-lance writer is to have:
·Satisfied clients
·A continuous number of prospects in the toolbox
·A portfolio that is bulging with examples
·A business that is booming.

Contact Hours: 10

About The Training Provider: Online Training Directory