Sports Writing Intro Course
Turn your passion for sport into compelling published writing on this practical one-day course.
Covering match reports, features, profiles, finding your voice and building a career in sports media.
Turn your passion for sport into compelling published writing on this practical one-day course. Covering match reports, features, profiles, finding your voice and building a career in sports media.
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Expert Trainers Experienced industry expert
- Class Size 1–8 in person or 1–6 online
- Support 28 days free helpdesk
- Cancellation 7 day cancellation
- Certificate Certificate of attendance
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Sports Writing Intro Course
Turn your passion for sport into compelling published writing on this practical one-day sports writing introduction course.
You'll learn how sports writing differs from news journalism, what makes sports copy genuinely compelling to read, how to write match reports with pace and accuracy, how to craft features and athlete profiles, how to find and develop your own voice and style, how to create engaging copy for both short and long formats, how to diversify your portfolio across different sports, and how to take the right steps toward a career in sports media.
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Course Outline
Introduction:
Understand how sports writing differs from other types of journalism within the industry
Learn what it takes to become a proficient sports writer
Discover good quality examples that will reshape your thinking
The Process:
How to create engaging copy that relates to a sports industry
Learn how to craft copy from interviews or press conferences
Tips and tricks to gain confidence when reporting on live events
The End Goal:
Master both short and long form copy
Diversify your portfolio across an array of sports
Take the right steps to become an expert within your sport
Who is this course for?
For sports journalists, bloggers, aspiring broadcasters and sports industry professionals who want to build a career in sports media. No prior sports writing experience required.
Who attends?
Career Progressives
Professionals who wish to develop skills for their current role and companies who believe in developing their talent.
Career Changers
People seeking opportunities which require new skills. Industry relevant training for those pursuing a new role.
Graduates
Certified courses for those who have earned their theoretical stripes, but need to prove capability to future employers.
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