Break Into Freelance Writing
with
Davina van Buren
7 Have Dabbled
ABOUT THIS EVENT
Event Category
Business & Technology
Event Overview
How many times have you read something in a magazine or on a blog and thought, "I could have written this...?"
Do you read voraciously, enjoy learning new things, work well on your own and have tons of natural curiosity?
If you answered yes to these questions, you could make money as a freelance writer.
In this class, you'll learn how to use your personal experiences, career and connections to break into freelance writing. You'll be introduced to several types of writing and learn strategies for landing your first clients. You will also learn the mechanics of writing a successful pitch, how to connect with prospects via social media and ways to market your new writing business.
What to Bring
Something to take notes with, a positive attitude and questions!
Minimum age
All ages welcome
What's Provided
Handouts will be provided
Cancellation PolicyLocation
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MORE ABOUT YOUR HOST
Davina van Buren is a Colorado-based mulitmedia journalist who specializes in travel, food and environmental reporting. She has written for Fodor's, Sunset, 5280, Alpine Modern, Colorado Life, 5280 Health, 5280 Home, Rove Magazine, snow.com, EnCompass, EpicLife.com, and others. She is also a skilled copywriter who excels at case studies, SEO and writing for the web.
Davina has a broadcasting background and has held staff editor positions at several print magazines, including Denver's award-winning 5280. She enjoys using all available tools—writing, photography, video, social media and blogging—to tell a story. But 9 to 5 life just isn't for her. She prefers to work in yoga pants and go for runs with her Dobermans in the middle of the day. Davina has found a way to pursue her passions—food, travel, and sustainability—and get paid for it. Now, thanks to Dabble, she can help you do the same!
EXPERIENCE REVIEWS
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Diane C.Reviewed on 04/12/15This class was just what I needed to get inspired and to learn the resources to dive into freelance writing. Thank you Davina and Thank you DABBLE!
This class was just what I needed to get inspired and to learn the resources to dive into freelance writing. Thank you Davina and Thank you DABBLE!
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Elizabeth S.Reviewed on 09/21/14
Davina gave us a great overview of freelancing and tips for breaking into it.
Davina gave us a great overview of freelancing and tips for breaking into it.
