Archive for September, 2012
The Born Freelancer on basic recording on a budget 101 – Part 2
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? Your input is welcome in the comments. Last week I discussed my recommendation — Audacity software — for recording on your computer. HOW DO I GET SOUND INTO MY COMPUTER? This will depend […]
Some progress for Toronto Star freelancers
At a meeting last week with a coalition of freelancers, Toronto Star management confirmed that it has removed a clause from the contract for contributors to the Grid. The clause was intended to shield the publication from libel, placing more responsibility on the freelancer. The coalition, including members of the Canadian Media Guild, the Canadian […]
Off the Wire: News for the Canadian media freelancer August 28-September 4 2012
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: Announcing the new National Magazine Awards eBook [National Magazine Awards Foundation] Really, how do writers spend their day? [Globe and Mail](via @tanyakyi) How much do journalists make? [J-Source] […]
