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 Up to 8 in London, or up to 6 live online
- Support 28 days of helpdesk support
- 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?
Getting better at your job
You need a skill for the role you already have, or your employer is investing in the team.
Changing career
You're moving into a new field and need the practical skills it asks for.
Just graduated
You know the theory. A practical course and a certificate of attendance show employers you can do the work.
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