Off the Wire: News for the Canadian media freelancer July 31-Aug 7

Once a week, we gather stories about the media business, journalism, writing, communications, and freelancing—with a Canadian focus—and share them in Off the Wire. Who needs a water cooler?

From Canada:

• Journalism programs struggle to adapt to changing times [J-Source]
• Working Media Podcast: Eternity Martis [J-Source]
• SABEW shucks "American" and emphasizes a new, global focus [Canadian Magazines]

From The U.S. and beyond:

• For journalists, is it time to delete your old tweets? [Poynter]
• How to remain organized and motivated as a freelancer [Freelance Writing Jobs]
• Tip: Check freelance fees before you pitch with "Who Pays Writers" [Journalism.co.uk]
• How to tell when unpaid internships are opportunities, when they're an abuse [Poynter]
• How I land high paying clients without paying [The Freelancer]
• The importance of blogging for freelancers [Freelance Writing Jobs]
• After Publishing Largely Plagiarized Story, Bust Magazine Offers Extensive Mea Culpa [Jezebel]
• 4 essential editing tips for freelance writers [Freelancers Union]

Recently on Story Board:

• Mid-summer salvo from CMG Freelance president Don Genova: As freelancers wend our way through summer I hope everyone has some sort of opportunity to take time for yourself and not your clients. While you’re resting, just a few items to bring you up to date on the CMG Freelance world...
• Associate Members program welcomes new coordinator: Canada’s free union membership program for media students, volunteers, and precarious media workers has a new leader at the helm...

Spot a story you think we should include in next week's Off the Wire? Email the link to editor@thestoryboard.ca or tweet us at @storyboard_ca.