People before protons: How to pitch a science story
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by Monte Stewart Tim Lougheed has been guarding his secret for years. If he has his way, editors will never pry it out of him. “To other people, I will…
WEBINAR: Making the Most of Your Interviews (on any media platform)
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For Paul McLaughlin, calling an interview a success comes down to just one thing. “It’s very simple. It’s if I’ve accomplished my goals,” he says. McLaughlin, one of Canada’s most…
Rory Peck Awards open for submissions
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Freelance video journalists living anywhere in the world can now submit their work for the 2020 Rory Peck Awards. The awards come with a cash prize and focus on international…
WEBINAR: Pitching for Success – Sell That Story!
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You have the story. You know you can write it and deliver it. But how to get the editor’s attention—and a green light to proceed? CFG Founding Member Sandra Phinney will take…
The Born Freelancer on Going from 9-to-5 to Freelance During a Crisis
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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…
WEBINAR: Getting the Shot – Tips to Taking Winning Photos!
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It’s all in the eyes! Portraits, head shots, promo photos, editorial news and travel imagery is all about making that visual connection with the subject, to help convey emotion and…
Dave Greber Freelance Writers Awards aim to support social justice writing in Canada
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Dave Greber could talk about writing for hours on end. The Calgary-based freelancer had an unquenchable enthusiasm for storytelling. “You could see him come alive discussing writing,” says Dave’s…
CFG FREE Special Presentation: The Class of Covid-19
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The winter session at the University of King’s College School of Journalism in Halifax started normally enough, until the biggest story of the century engulfed the world. By Friday March…
Freelancers face new challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic
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by Monte Stewart This is part two in a series on the ways that Canadian freelancers are weathering COVID-19. Read part one right here. Lesley Evans Ogden shares her…
Freelancers struggle to adapt to a shifting Canadian media landscape during COVID-19 pandemic
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by Monte Stewart This is part one in a series on the ways that Canadian freelancers are weathering COVID-19. Read part two right here. Jeff Gaulin does not believe…