The Born Freelancer on Being a Frugal Freelancer

February 01, 2019 Editor Advice adviceborn freelancerfinancial planningfreelance financesthe born freelancer

This series of posts by the Born Freelancer shares personal experiences and thoughts on issues relevant to freelancers. Have something to add to the conversation? We’d love to hear from you in the comments. Let's talk money.(Got your attention, didn't it?)Today I want to talk about the money we spend.Or rather, shouldn't.You see, one of…

IATSE joins forces with CWA Canada in fight for better working conditions for factual / reality TV workers

January 29, 2019 Editor News cmgcwa canadafactual tvnews

TORONTO (Jan. 29, 2019) – Two of Canada’s top media and entertainment unions announced an innovative partnership today to improve working conditions and organize workers in factual/reality television.The International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE), North America’s largest entertainment union, is joining forces with media…

Off the Wire: News for the Canadian media freelancer Jan 22-28

January 28, 2019 Editor News

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: Canadian Journalism Innovators launches to accelerate digital media growth [J-Source] Is Journalism "Essential"? Doug Ford's government doesn't…

The 5-Minute Freelancer Q&A #39—Lesley Evans Ogden

January 24, 2019 Editor Advice 5-minute freelanceradvicefreelancer q&alesley evans ogden

In this regular feature, Story Board asks Canadian freelancers to share a few details about their work habits and their strategies for navigating the ups and downs of freelance life.Lesley Evans Ogden is a B.C.-based science journalist whose clients include Natural History, Scientific American, BBC, Nature, and CBC. Her work can also be found…

Post-holiday freelancer meet-up in Vancouver January 29

January 22, 2019 Editor Event eventfreelance meet-upmedia mixer

Vancouver-area freelancers, come and meet some colleagues for a freelancers’ social night on Tuesday January 29th at 5:30 p.m. at Red Racer Taphouse (formerly Central City Brewing at 871 Beatty St). CMG Freelance members and non-members are all welcome. Get away from your desk and join us for a drink and some conversation with other…

Off the Wire: News for the Canadian media freelancer Jan 15-21

January 20, 2019 Editor News newsoff the wire

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: Ontario Tuition Reforms Could Spell Disaster For Student Newspapers, Unions [Huffington Post] Protecting the workers of the future with portable…

Notes from the Decent Work City conference in Seoul

January 16, 2019 Editor News cmg freelancedecent work city conferencefreelance isn't free actnews

by Don GenovaDeep-fried soft-shell crab, freshly fried pork dumplings, skewers of chicken drenched in fiery hot sauce. All served within a cacophony of street food vendors shouting out their offerings in a trendy shopping district of Seoul, South Korea.As I crunched down on my crisp crab, I considered where I had been just hours before: near the…

Entries open for Tom Hanson Photojournalism Award

January 16, 2019 Editor News awardsfreelance photographyphotographytom hanson photojournalism award

Canadian photojournalists with less than five years of experience can now apply for the tenth annual Tom Hanson Photojournalism Award. This six-week paid internship at The Canadian Press head office in Toronto will take place sometime between April and September 2019.Students, freelance photographers and photographers employed at regional or…

Off the Wire: News for the Canadian media freelancer Jan 8-14

January 13, 2019 Editor News newsoff the wire

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: Media union hails Godfrey’s step down as Postmedia CEO [CWA Canada] Paul Godfrey steps down as Postmedia CEO, will remain executive chair…

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