Freelancing and Journalism

Concerts are fun. Deadlines aren’t. If you’re serious about music journalism, here’s how to build a real career around it. Loving music is easy. Writing about it in a way that gets people to actually care? That’s the hard part. Music journalists don’t just report on the industry; they help define its history, capture cultural […]

Big stories don’t stop at borders. If you want to make an impact in international journalism, here’s how to get your foot in the door—and your byline on the world stage. International journalism is one of the most thrilling, unpredictable, and—let’s be honest—sometimes completely chaotic career paths in media. One day, you’re covering elections in Paris. […]

‌Missed deadlines happen, but they don’t have to ruin your reputation. Learn how to handle the fallout, recover gracefully, and prevent future deadline disasters. You meant to finish on time. Really, you did. But then the client added just one more thing, or your research rabbit hole turned into a full-blown warren, or—let’s be honest—you […]

‌Solutions journalism focuses on what’s working—not just what’s broken. Learn how to tell rigorous, evidence-based stories that inform, engage, and inspire change. Let’s be honest—most news is a doomscrolling nightmare. War, corruption, climate disasters, economic meltdowns—it’s enough to make anyone want to throw their phone into the ocean and move to a cabin in the woods. […]

From email funnels to white papers, content writing covers more ground (and pays more) than most writers think. Here’s where the money is. The digital world runs on content, and for freelance writers, that means endless chances to carve out a niche, grow an audience, and earn well. From thought leadership pieces to SEO-driven articles, […]