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Tip of the day from Journalism.co.uk: Check and double check your freelance copy

May 21st, 2008 | No Comments | Posted by in Freelance, Top tips for journalists

Freelancing: Double check all copy for spelling, grammar and punctuation before you send. Publications have subs but pride yourself on delivering the cleanest copy possible – it’s a good reputation to have and helps get repeat commissions. Tipster: Tom Stainer

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May 8th, 2008 | No Comments | Posted by in Top tips for journalists

Taking notes: Mark on every notebook the date started and the date it runs to. Write time, date and location of interviews and notes, with names of those present and contacts. You will be glad when looking for old interviews. Tipster: Tom Stainer

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May 2nd, 2008 | No Comments | Posted by in Freelance, Top tips for journalists

Freelancing: Consider a pro accountant to work out your tax return. Often the savings they make on your bill will cover the fees – as well as giving you peace of mind. And don’t forget to save receipts for EVERYTHING! Tipster: Tom Stainer

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April 22nd, 2008 | No Comments | Posted by in Freelance, Top tips for journalists

Freelancing: Get a very thick skin. The hit rate for pitching for most freelance journalists is low so you’re going to be turned down a lot. It’s not personal and it doesn’t mean you’re a bad journalist. Tipster: Tom Stainer

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April 17th, 2008 | No Comments | Posted by in Freelance, Top tips for journalists

Freelancing: Editors are not expecting the new Hemingway. What they value is delivery on time and to the brief. Get the basics right and establish yourself as a reliable journalist and chances of becoming a regular contributor go up. Tipster: Tom Stainer

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April 10th, 2008 | No Comments | Posted by in Freelance, Journalism, Photography, Top tips for journalists

Freelance: If you source or take photos for an article make sure you supply at the resolution the client specifies; that no copyright issues exist and that you have permission for them or info is attached for client to get permission. Tipster: Tom Stainer

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April 9th, 2008 | No Comments | Posted by in Freelance, Journalism, Top tips for journalists

Freelancing: Don’t work in your dressing gown! Some people claim they don’t have a problem with it, but many freelancers working from home find it essential to separate home from work to avoid madness. Tipster: Tom Stainer

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March 28th, 2008 | No Comments | Posted by in Photography, Top tips for journalists

Freelance: If you source or take photos for an article make sure you supply them at the resolution the client specifies, that no copyright issues exist and that you have permission for them or info is attached for the client to get permission. Tipster: Tom Stainer

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January 18th, 2008 | No Comments | Posted by in Photography, Top tips for journalists

Interviews: If you are with a photographer, don’t walk away when they start. Keep out of the shot, but carry on chatting – it can help subjects to relax and for the photographer to get a more natural shot. It might even reveal something new. Tipster: Tom Stainer

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