Freelancing for Journalists

In this episode we speak to radio documentary maker Perminder Khatkar and journalist-copywriter-cooking teacher Javaria Akbar about branding and supplementary income streams. We discuss how to identify as a brand and the importance of social media, websites and email signatures. We also talk about alternative income streams and how to reach out to contacts to secure teaching, writing and other forms of freelance work.Discuss branding and much more in our Facebook community.The Guests Perminder Khatkar: https://www.linkedin.com/in/perminder-khatkar-00262118/ Twitter: @Perminder_k Javaria Akbar: https://javaria-akbar.com https://muckrack.com/javaria-akbar/articles https://www.amazon.co.uk/Life-Honestly-Strong-Opinions-Smart/dp/1509887199 Twitter: @javaria_akbar   ResourcesEmail signature website - https://www.wisestamp.com/ Journalism web designer - https://www.journosites.co.uk/ Life coach – https://www.henley.ac.uk/people/person/karen-foy   MuckRack - https://muckrack.comPre-order the Freelancing for Journalists book here SHU students who helped produce this podcast:Guest liaison manager - Kendra NicholsGuest photography - Anton VelchevDesk driver - Anurag DasguptaShow notes - Isabella Tarrant Studio producer - Ben Dodd Music researcher - Ben DoddWebsite designer - Alexandra VentressSocial media - Joel Johnson, Ella Hodson

In this episode we discuss the emotive subject of finances and getting paid. Showbiz reporter Ed Dyson and sex and relationships writer Charlotte Grainger share their advice on how to organise invoices, chase late payments and whether it's necessary to get an accountant. We also discuss the controversial topics of payment on publication, working for free and how to negotiate fair rates. Discuss finances and much more in our Facebook community.The Guests Ed Dyson: https://unitedqueendompodc.wixsite.com/website https://open.spotify.com/show/0TDLmRw2eSeYCtODoZxjyR Twitter: @edwarddyson205 @UnitedQueendom1 Charlotte Grainger: https://charlottegrainger.contently.com/  Twitter: @LottieBetty ResourcesLondon Freelance Guide: http://www.londonfreelance.org/feesguide/index.php?language=en&country=UK&section=Welcome  NUJ Freelance Rates: https://www.nuj.org.uk/work/freelance/ Journo Resources Salary Guide: https://www.journoresources.org.uk/salaries/ Freelance Tax help: https://www.crunch.co.uk/knowledge/tax/freelancing-side-tax-implications/ Things Ed mentions: Articles he’s written for The Sun: https://www.pressrush.com/author/5774980/ed-dyson Facebook groups for Journalists: https://www.journalism.co.uk/news/10-facebook-groups-for-journalists-to-join/s2/a740420/ Freelance Journalists Christmas Drinks: https://www.nuj.org.uk/tags/christmas/ Receipt Bank  Things Charlotte mentions: Rush Fees: https://www.freelancermap.com/freelancer-tips/12384-how-to-use-freelance-rush-fees PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/uk/home The #WhatToCharge   Pre-order the Freelancing for Journalists book here SHU students who helped produce this podcast:Guest liaison manager - Kendra NicholsGuest photography - Anton VelchevDesk driver - Anurag DasguptaShow notes - Isabella Tarrant Studio producer - Ben Dodd Music researcher - Ben DoddWebsite designer - Alexandra VentressSocial media - Joel Johnson, Ella Hodson

In this episode we discuss how to make great contacts and the best online and offline places for networking. Broadcast journalist Adam Hancock and technology writer Umar Hassan share their advice on using social media platforms and attending events to build up a pool of regular commissions.The GuestsAdam Hancock: linkedin.com/in/adam-hancock-0b437597Twitter: @adamhankersUmar Hassan: https://umarthejourno.com/Twitter: @umarhassan96ResourcesFreelancing for Journalists Facebook network: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2526455974236281http://birminghampressclub.com/Guild of Heath Writers: https://www.healthwriters.com/Googledoc: https://www.google.co.uk/docs/about/ Pre-order the Freelancing for Journalists book here SHU students who helped produce this podcast:Guest liaison manager - Kendra NicholsGuest photography - Anton VelchevDesk driver - Anurag DasguptaShow notes - Isabella Tarrant Studio producer - Ben Dodd Music researcher - Ben DoddWebsite designer - Alexandra VentressSocial media - Joel Johnson, Ella Hodson

In our second episode we discuss how to write the perfect pitch and track down the correct commissioning editor to send it to. We hear from experienced real life journalist Jill Foster and fintech writer Tom Rodgers who share some of their pitching tricks.*Please note this episode was recorded via Zoom during the COVID-19 lock down which may affect the sound quality. This was the final episode to be recorded but is not the final episode in the series.The GuestsJill Foster: https://www.jillfoster.co.uk/Twitter: @JournalistJillTom Rodgers: https://www.tomrodgersmedia.co.uk/Twitter: @TomRodgers4ResourcesJourno Resources pitching guidelines: https://www.journoresources.org.uk/pitch-us/The Overtake pitching guidelines: https://theovertake.com/write-for-us/How to write the perfect pitch: https://womeninjournalism.co.uk/wij-workshop-how-to-write-the-perfect-pitch/Pitching course: https://www.museflash.academy/shop/self-paced-cracking-pitchesWomen In Journalism Mentoring Scheme: https://womeninjournalism.co.uk/mentoring-2018/Journalism Mentoring Schemes: https://www.journoresources.org.uk/journalism-mentoring-journalist-mentor/Pre-order the Freelancing for Journalists book here 

In our launch episode we speak to travel writer David Whitley and film journalist Tasha Jagger about where to the find the freelance work.We discuss the importance of working for a range of media outlets, how to branch out beyond traditional media and the unexpected places where journalism work can be found.The HostsLily Canter: https://www.lilycanter.co.uk/ Twitter: @lilycanter Emma Wilkinson: https://emmawilkinson.net/ Twitter: @Emmajourno Things Lily mentions:South China Morning Post - https://www.scmp.com/author/lily-canter The Sun, My First Home - https://www.lilycanter.co.uk/money/the-sun-my-first-home/ The GuestsTasha Jagger: https://tashajagger.contently.com/ Twitter: @tashajagger_ David Whitley: http://www.grumpytraveller.com/ Twitter: @mrdavidwhitley  Things Tasha mentions:Little White Lies, Female Composer - https://lwlies.com/articles/why-are-there-so-few-female-film-composers/ Digital Spy - https://www.digitalspy.com/ Organic Film - http://www.organicfilm.com.tr/ Things David mentions: National Geographic Article - https://www.nationalgeographic.co.uk/travel/2019/12/frequent-flyer-what-do-when-theres-airline-strike  Pre-order the Freelancing for Journalists book here SHU students who helped produce this podcast:Guest liaison manager - Kendra NicholsGuest photography - Anton VelchevDesk driver - Anurag DasguptaShow notes - Isabella Tarrant Studio producer - Ben Dodd Music researcher - Ben DoddWebsite designer - Alexandra VentressSocial media - Joel Johnson, Ella Hodson

Freelance journalists have experienced many challenges over the past six weeks during the UK coronavirus lock down. In this episode we take stock of the positive ways in which freelancers have adapted to their new working life.We talk to Punteha Van Terheyden, who recently launched digital platform Lacuna Voices, and music journalist John Earls about humanity, slowing down and sending nice emails.

In our second coronavirus special we see how freelance journalists are coping two weeks into UK lock down. The episode features parenting and career specialist Georgina Fuller, and, charity and Fantasy Football journalist Joe Lepper. They talk us through working at home whilst homeschooling, understanding the government's self-employment financial aid packages and why now is the time to get networking.Episode notes:Georgie's website: https://www.georginafuller.co.uk/Joe's website: http://www.newsandfeatures.co.uk/Coronavirus petition to support small limited companies: https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/310515NUJ coronavirus guidance for freelancers: https://www.nuj.org.uk/documents/coronavirus--advice-for-freelances/Self-employment income support scheme: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/claim-a-grant-through-the-coronavirus-covid-19-self-employment-income-support-schemeCitizens Advice self-employment guidance: https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/work/coronavirus-if-youre-self-employed/

In this special episode freelance journalists Lily Canter and Emma Wilkinson examine how coronavrius is impacting the world of self-employed journalism.We discuss revenue streams, diversification and making the most of a difficult situation.Special guests include running specialist Kate Carter and personal finance journalist Faith Archer.Episode Notes:Here are links to all of the people and resources mentioned in the show.https://www.journoresources.org.uk/https://www.annacodrearado.com/newsletterhttps://twitter.com/katehelencarterhttps://twitter.com/MuchMore_Lesshttps://jackmonroe.bigcartel.com/https://twitter.com/AnyaMeyerowitzhttps://twitter.com/lilycanterhttps://twitter.com/emmajourno