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Today is the day, folks. ASJA’s 2022 Fall Virtual Conference begins. Get ready for three killer keynote speakers, a wealth of sessions in journalism, content marketing, and book publishing, the chance to have intimate group discussions during Snack Chats, and more. Remember, if you can’t attend live, your registration (last minute is okay!) gives you access to recordings. And if you’re feeling indecisive now, individually recorded sessions will be available for purchase within the next several weeks. Wishing everyone lots of lessons learned and strong internet connections.
All the best, Holly Leber Simmons, ASJA Weekly Editor
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Hurricane Season 2022: Writer's Emergency Assistance Fund
ASJA
We know ASJA members and other professional freelance writers are among those affected by Hurricanes Fiona and Ian. If you or someone you know has had their freelance writing income impacted by these hurricanes, other natural disaster, or illness, the Writers Emergency Assistance Fund is here to help. The application for assistance is here. And if you’re having a good year or simply counting your blessings as you watch the coverage of the hurricane damage, please consider a donation to WEAF. Each year, ASJA grants thousands of dollars to professional writers in need. Our ability to continue this program depends on donations.
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Coming Soon: Virtual Client Connections
ASJA
MARK YOUR CALENDARS! Virtual Client Connections takes place November 8-10 and 15-17! ASJA members who sign up will be able to meet virtually with editors and literary agents. Registration details to come soon!
Important note: Because we're doing registration through ASJA's new website, the signups are going to be first come, first serve. Questions? Email TheMicheleWojo@gmail.com.
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Looking for a Few Good Humans to Help Form a New Finance Committee
ASJA
Stacey Freed has recently been appointed treasurer of ASJA. She’s looking to establish a finance committee to focus on:
- Identifying sponsorship and grant opportunities for ASJA
- Exploring potential new revenue streams
- Evaluating profitability of existing programs and payment structures
- Reviewing the 2024 budget with staff for board approval
The commitment would be about a 2- to 3-hours/month, including a monthly meeting. You won’t be “selling” or reaching out to potential sponsors, just identifying potential sponsorship opportunities / companies. Seeking 4 or 5 professional members to participate. Contact stacey.freed@gmail.com, by October 14 with questions or interest.
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Alert Your Favorite J-School Students!
ASJA
We are seeking applicants for the ASJA Student Volunteer Program! Student volunteers help manage and update ASJA's database of 6,000+ editors, agents, and content marketing managers as we prepare to invite them to our signature Client Connections event. These positions are REMOTE and involve about 5-8 hours per week, with work spanning from November 2022 until May 2023. Much of the work is spreadsheet research, but volunteers also receive regular mentoring via Zoom from professional freelancers who will help students pitch story ideas to digital and print publications, as well as a free one-year ASJA membership and free admission to the virtual ASJA conference in spring 2023. We’re looking for journalism/communications students who are social-media savvy, deadline-conscious, and professional. To apply, send a resume and cover letter to Erin O'Donnell (erinod1@gmail.com) and Jeanette (jeanettehurt@sbcglobal.net) by noon Eastern Time on Monday, October 17.
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ASJA Volunteer Opportunities
ASJA
- Virtual Pitch Slams – Find editors for monthly pitch sessions and handle registration logistics. Learn more about the program here. Contact Wendy Helfenbaum at wendy@taketwoproductions.ca.
- Virtual Client Connections – Be the liaison for your assigned editor or literary agent and ASJA members with interviews. Step-by-step guidebook provided – takes 3-5 hours of your time. Contact Denise Caiazzo at phrasemakr@aol.com.
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Member News
ASJA
Sharon McDonnell published a story for Next Avenue on how an artist created an art park in Norway to honor freedom and its grim WW2 occupation by Germany. She also published a story, with video, for AARP, on a New Orleans resident who saved a historic ferry.
Do you have professional news you’d like to share with the group? A new job, a story you’ve published (in article, blog post, book, cave painting, etc. form), a new project you’ve launched, an interview with someone fascinating, a speaking gig? Send your news (50 words or less, I will cut) and a link if applicable to Holly Leber Simmons, ASJA Weekly editor at hello@redpeneditorial.co (that’s .co like Coco Chanel or you go, Glen Coco). Please put “ASJA Member News” in your subject line or it might not be seen.
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In Iran, crackdowns on dissent and journalism
Columbia Journalism Review
On September 16, Mahsa Amini, a twenty-two-year-old woman, died in Kasra Hospital, in Tehran. Amini had been arrested by Iran’s morality police for improperly covering her head; while in police custody, Amini fell into a coma from which she did not awaken.
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Empowering communities to tell their own stories
journalism.co.uk
For too many people and communities, journalism has a negative, rather than a positive impact on their lives. This is not just about "historic marginalisation" — many mainstream media organisations continue to other, attack and harm people who do not fit their increasingly narrow definition of "acceptability".
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10 tips to scale your freelance writing business
MakeUseOf
Freelance content writing is a competitive vocation but one you can eventually turn into a full-time career. Once you have some experience working with clients, understanding the nuances of SEO content, and delivering assignments on time, you should start thinking about optimizing your work practices to scale your freelance writing business.
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You have half a minute to win over your reader - use it smartly
journalism.co.uk
The average reader spends 26 seconds on an article.
'Write less, say more' is the slogan of US digital news outlet Axios. It has created a writing style called 'smart brevity' to help readers scan for the information they need and go about their busy lives.
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