Off the Wire: News for the Canadian media freelancer May 15-22

May 22, 2018 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:

2018 Indigenous Voices Awards finalists [Indigenous Voices Award]
We shouldn't allow online hate to silence diverse voices [J-Source]
Giving readers a stake in the story [J-Source]

From The U.S. and beyond:

How to Supplement Your Freelance Income [Freelance Writing Jobs]
5 Habits of Highly Successful Negotiators [Devon Smiley]
5 reasons why all freelancers need a daily routine [The Write Life]
Jacqui Banaszynski’s Literary Forensics: A Diagnostic Tool to Improve Writing [Open Notebook]
Freelancers strike back: #FreelanceIsntFree [Freelancers Union]
NWU and Jacobin Reach a Freelancer Agreement [NWU]
Does having a blog really matter for your business? [Freelancers Union]
6 Must-Haves On Your LInkedIn Profile For Freelancers [Bloglovin']

Recently on Story Board:

Why freelancers in marketing and communications should have an email list: If you spend any time studying online marketing you’ve come across advice to start an email list. And if you’re a typical freelancer who gets most of your work from referrals you may think you don’t need one...
Webinar - Legal advice for journos on defamation, privacy concerns and reporting in conflict zones: Do you know your legal rights and responsibilities as a freelance journalist? If you could use a refresher, tune in to CMG Freelance’s upcoming webinar with lawyer Mark Donald...

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.

Freelancers gearing up for 2018 CMG convention

May 17, 2018 Editor News cmgcmg conventioncmg freelance

CMG Freelance is gearing up to take part in the Canadian Media Guild's 2018 biennial convention on May 25, 26 and 27 in Toronto. Every two years a large group of CMG members meets at the convention to discuss the needs and priorities of the union. Freelance branch members who'll attend this year's convention include the branch's executive: Paolo…

Webinar: Legal advice for journos on defamation, privacy concerns and reporting in conflict zones

May 15, 2018 Editor Event conflict zone reportingdefamationlegal adviceprivacywebinar

Do you know your legal rights and responsibilities as a freelance journalist? If you could use a refresher, tune in to CMG Freelance's upcoming webinar with lawyer Mark Donald.He'll share information on journalists' legal rights when covering protests or reporting from other high-conflict zones, including what to do if you're arrested and…

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

May 14, 2018 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: Vocal Fry Studios aims to create an inclusive podcast space [J-Source] Inside the Toronto Star's bold plan to save itself [The Walrus] La…

Off the Wire: News for the Canadian media freelancer May 1-7

May 07, 2018 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: There are fewer journalists in Canada than 15 years ago — but not as few as you might think [J-Source] Journalist charged in criminal, civil…

Ten Reasons to Join CMG Freelance

May 03, 2018 Editor Advice advicecmg freelancefreelance lifevideo update

Freelancers, have you been looking for a good reason to join our freelance union? From contract advice to professional development opportunities, CMG Freelance president Don Genova gives you ten reasons in this new video.For more information on the costs and benefits of membership, check out this page on the CMG Freelance website.

Non-fiction book publishing advice for freelance writers

May 02, 2018 Editor Advice advicebook publishingfreelance contractsgetting paid

By Lesley Evans OgdenHave you ever thought about writing a non-fiction book? It’s a daunting undertaking, but for many published book authors, it’s also a rewarding one.In April 2018, Science Writers and Communicators of Canada held their annual conference in Vancouver. During that conference, I moderated a session on book publishing. The three…

Off the Wire: News for the Canadian media freelancer April 24-30

April 30, 2018 Editor News newsoff the wire

Once a week, we gather stories about the media business, journalism, writing, publishing, and freelancing—with a Canadian focus—and share them in Off the Wire. Who needs a water cooler?From Canada: Atlantic Journalism Awards -- magazines win 5 gold and 10 silver [Canadian Magazines] Canada back in the top 20 of World Press Freedom Index —…

2018 Access Copyright Payback claim period open until May 31

April 27, 2018 Editor Compensation access copyrightfreelance compensation

If you're a writer or visual artist who is affiliated with Access Copyright, it's time to submit your claim for works published between 1997 and 2016. The 2018 Access Copyright Payback claim period is open until May 31.All creators who were affiliated with Access Copyright as of December 31, 2017 are eligible to submit a claim this year for all…

Webinar: Handling The Physical and Emotional Realities of Journalism

April 25, 2018 Editor Journalism canadian journalism forum on violence and traumajournalismwebinar

Journalism can be a risky business – not just in conflict zones but in many domestic settings as well. The risks have grown steadily across the years, and no one is more vulnerable than the freelancer, working without the technical, physical and emotional support of a single employer, usually at a financial disadvantage too.CMG Freelance recently…