I have 2 masters degrees, where do I start in journalism?
S W asked:
I’ve written 2 dissertations, I’ve written for academic publications, I have degrees from 3 countries (2 in Europe, 1 in US… all known universities), and I’ve lived all over, working on humanitarian issues, even interning with UNDP… my degrees are in international development (human rights, environmental studies, etc). I don’t want to write for a small paper on local issues as my experience and interests lie elsewhere, mainly in southeast asia. As such, I would like to work as a freelance or correspondent on political and development issues. Since I just finished graduate school recently, what should I do? I am also willing to work in high risk situations. I lived in 2 countries where coups happened. I generally think my CV makes me qualified for a lot and I can write well, but without working previously as a journalist, what do I do?
Shawn
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How to Start a Background-Check Business?
Tina R asked:
It’s time to start my own business. I have a salaried full-time job at a TV station, where I’ve worked for over 4 years. There’s a high turnover rate in our department, and I want to get out while I have the chance (but I can’t quit until I have something solid waiting for me).
I have a B.A. in Communications, and I’m a thesis away from an M.A. in Communications. However, I also have years of experience in ALL forms of research, everything from legal issues and case work to academic and background checks, and I there were times that I was actually hired by other people to get this information for them. I’ve also worked as a freelance journalist, and I’ve had to conduct investigations and do photography for stories that I’ve published.
I am considering starting my own background check/investigation service. How do I do that? Where do I start? Any advice? If you can give me specifics on the requirements in my state of Nebraska, that would help even more! Thanx so much!
Tina
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How can I find a host to live with in London? I want to relocate there?
sultanspryde asked:
I also want to find out about maybe an employer sponsoring me to come over. I am a professional with excellent resume and references and work in media and entertainment. I also freelance as a journalist and author.
Would love to move around June or July?
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How do coworkers try to be friendly at work?
Heidi L asked:
I’m a freelance journalist writing an article on workplace friendliness and I’m looking for REAL LIFE examples.
please answer:
what annoying things do people do to make the workplace friendlier? (leave out the sexual harassment, please)
what (good) ideas do you have for making workplaces friendly?
If you will allow me to print your answers, email your answers to me. Include your REAL name, city, state and generic job title (like elementary school janitor or computer virus containment expert 
If you’re quoted in the article, I’ll email you a copy when it’s published.
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afghanistan/ any advice?
Azure asked:
My boyfriend (a freelance journalist and writer) is planning to go to Kabul in early February/ March.
I haven’t been able to find very much online in terms of places to stay or how to get in touch with others who are traveling/ working in the region.
Does anyone have any insight or advice? Or where I can turn to for a better sense of what the city is like (other than newspapers and newscoverage of course)?
Thank you in advance.
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How do I deal with my boyfriend’s negative comments?
Very Nice Indeed! asked:
I’m a freelance journalist and I write magazine articles for a living. Last year I got a book contract for my first book and I was paid an advance. My boyfriend did a graduate degree in creative writing but he has never managed to get any of his writing published. Recently he became depressed and also refused to read any of my writing work. Finally he admitted it was because my success at writing was making him very angry and jealous. I asked him how he would deal with things when my book came out and if I became successful and made a lot of money. His reply was, “you’re unlikely to make real money, like Sidney Sheldon, so thankfully its not going to be something that I’ll have to worry about.”
I said, “how do you even know what money I might or might not make?”
He said, “I’m sure of it. You’re just not going to make that much money at it.”
Right now I think he is pathetic. How do I deal with his constant negativity and competitiveness?
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Average salary of a journalist who is just starting out?
……… asked:
if there is such a thing as an average salary…also…which do you prefer…freelance or journalism, and why if you don’t mind…
Thanks Rik, I’ll have to ask him about it..
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Creative Ways to Earn Money on the Internet?
Tina R asked:
I am trying to figure out a way to supplement my income.
I have a B.A. in Communications/Journalism, and have work experience in all forms of media. However, I also have years of experience in ALL forms of research, everything from legal issues and case work to academic and background checks, and I there were times that I was actually hired by other people to get this information for them. I’ve also worked as a freelance journalist, and I’ve had to conduct investigations and do photography for stories that I’ve published.
With my background, what is the best way that I can make money online? I am considering starting my own background check/investigation service, but that’s just one idea. Any advice or suggestions?
Thanx so much!
P.S.–No MLM, or “get rich quick” plans, please.
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How do you become a freelance writer for a newspaper?
boz4425 asked:
What’s the best way to become a freelance writer for a newspaper?
What kind of subject are best to write about?
How do you submit work?
I’m in college and want to be a journalist but have never done any writing except for school papers. I have yet to take classes on it since I can only take night classes right now. But - until I can, I’d like to get some experience under my belt.
I’m a little nervous though - I know I can write well but I’m not sure what is considered good and interesting material. I always criticize my work and figure no one would want to read it.
Any advice on any of this would be greatly appreciated
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Does Denver, Colorado Have Jobs for Writers and Editors?
Ophe1ia41 asked:
I’m a Californian looking to become a Coloradoan, specifically a Denveritte (or whatever you prefer), for no other reason than to have a change of scene. My problem: I am a young professional writer and editor (not fiction, but everything else, and I’m also a freelance journalist - who isn’t?) and every job source I check, such as Craigslist or Mediabistro, depresses me - writing-related jobs and gigs seem non-existent or are strictly related to marketing in small companies.
Am I overlooking something? To the writers/editors/journalists in the Denver area: How do you like it there?
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Got a question about writing for money?
Alex R asked:
like how to be a freelance journalist, or a freelance writer of any sort. or hell, even how to become a writer for a a website, or magazine. I love writing articles and editorials, I just don’t know where to start making money on it
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Where can I find a bio and picture of a freelance writer A.G. Basoli a staff writer at Coulmbia Journ review?
rhonda_shirley asked:
Is an Italian journalist who publishes a lot of movie and music reviews and reported to Mariah Blake (another writer) from afghanistan, the title “Tin Solider”
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