This article is from the source 'guardian' and was first published or seen on . It last changed over 40 days ago and won't be checked again for changes.
You can find the current article at its original source at http://www.theguardian.com/guardian-masterclasses-australia/2015/mar/27/how-to-write-an-opinion-column-with-van-badham-masterclasses
The article has changed 4 times. There is an RSS feed of changes available.
| Version 0 | Version 1 |
|---|---|
| How to write an opinion column with Van Badham | How to write an opinion column with Van Badham |
| (about 2 months later) | |
| Knowing how to present a strong point of view clearly and concisely is essential for any writer. Whether you are a journalist who wants to sharpen their opinion voice, an activist wanting to write about their passion or a communications expert who is looking to produce poignant advocacy articles, this one-day course is a must. | Knowing how to present a strong point of view clearly and concisely is essential for any writer. Whether you are a journalist who wants to sharpen their opinion voice, an activist wanting to write about their passion or a communications expert who is looking to produce poignant advocacy articles, this one-day course is a must. |
| Guardian Australia columnist and experienced teacher Van Badham will share her trademark humour in this practical Masterclass for aspiring op-ed commentators. Participants will learn how to tap into their inner comment voice, but also be provided with the practical nuts and bolts of opinion writing from conception to publication and beyond. You’ll be armed with an overview of the changing market for commentary in Australia, be introduced to structural templates, be walked through the pitching process, and be given personal insights into the protocols and practicalities of promoting your work. The class is particularly suited to policy wonks, spokespersons, activists and an opinionated democratic citizenry trying to develop media comms skills. | Guardian Australia columnist and experienced teacher Van Badham will share her trademark humour in this practical Masterclass for aspiring op-ed commentators. Participants will learn how to tap into their inner comment voice, but also be provided with the practical nuts and bolts of opinion writing from conception to publication and beyond. You’ll be armed with an overview of the changing market for commentary in Australia, be introduced to structural templates, be walked through the pitching process, and be given personal insights into the protocols and practicalities of promoting your work. The class is particularly suited to policy wonks, spokespersons, activists and an opinionated democratic citizenry trying to develop media comms skills. |
| This course is for you if… | This course is for you if… |
| Course description | Course description |
| The Masterclass is a practical introduction to the market context of Australian commentary, with a focus on the technical craft of writing it. Van’s inimitable style incorporates formal instructions within an accessible, casual atmosphere. | The Masterclass is a practical introduction to the market context of Australian commentary, with a focus on the technical craft of writing it. Van’s inimitable style incorporates formal instructions within an accessible, casual atmosphere. |
| Topics covered on the day include: | Topics covered on the day include: |
| You will leave this Masterclass with the bones of an effective article of commentary in your hand and a better understanding of what gets published and why in your head. | You will leave this Masterclass with the bones of an effective article of commentary in your hand and a better understanding of what gets published and why in your head. |
| PLEASE NOTE: Successful participation in the course presumes a high degree of English language skills, written and spoken. | PLEASE NOTE: Successful participation in the course presumes a high degree of English language skills, written and spoken. |
| Tutor profile | Tutor profile |
| Van Badham is an award-winning writer and experienced teacher and communicator. In addition to being a weekly columnist for Guardian Australia, she is also a Guardian cultural critic, the winner of three Premiers’ literary awards for her creative work and a theatremaker of international renown. She holds a Masters in Writing from the University Melbourne and undergraduate degrees in writing, English and communications from the University of Wollongong/University of Sheffield, UK. She has taught writing, theatre, film, performance, radio and visual art theory subjects within degree programmes at Monash University, the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (LAMDA) and the University of Wollongong. Active on social media, you can follow her on Twitter or Periscope via @vanbadham. | Van Badham is an award-winning writer and experienced teacher and communicator. In addition to being a weekly columnist for Guardian Australia, she is also a Guardian cultural critic, the winner of three Premiers’ literary awards for her creative work and a theatremaker of international renown. She holds a Masters in Writing from the University Melbourne and undergraduate degrees in writing, English and communications from the University of Wollongong/University of Sheffield, UK. She has taught writing, theatre, film, performance, radio and visual art theory subjects within degree programmes at Monash University, the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (LAMDA) and the University of Wollongong. Active on social media, you can follow her on Twitter or Periscope via @vanbadham. |
| Book now | Book now |
| SYDNEY | |
| MELBOURNE | |
| Details | Details |
| SYDNEY | |
| Date: Friday 22 MayTimes: 10:00am – 5:00pmLocation: SydneyPrice: $279 (includes GST, booking fee, lunch and refreshments)Event capacity: 20Dress code: There is no dress code for Masterclasses. Please wear whatever you feel comfortable in | |
| MELBOURNE | MELBOURNE |
| Date: Friday 19 JuneTimes: 10:00am – 5:00pmLocation: MelbournePrice: $279 (includes GST, booking fee, lunch and refreshments)Event capacity: 20Dress code: There is no dress code for Masterclasses. Please wear whatever you feel comfortable in | Date: Friday 19 JuneTimes: 10:00am – 5:00pmLocation: MelbournePrice: $279 (includes GST, booking fee, lunch and refreshments)Event capacity: 20Dress code: There is no dress code for Masterclasses. Please wear whatever you feel comfortable in |
| To contact us, click here. Terms and conditions can be found here. | To contact us, click here. Terms and conditions can be found here. |
| Returns policyTickets may be refunded if you contact us at least 7 days before the course start date. Please see our terms and conditions for more information on our refund policy. | Returns policyTickets may be refunded if you contact us at least 7 days before the course start date. Please see our terms and conditions for more information on our refund policy. |