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Engage your audience: Core journalistic writing skills

Masterclass - Join this workshop to refine and refresh the foundation skills you need to find the best stories and write sparkling copy

A three hour live masterclass to help you turn ideas into compelling, publishable content

 

Learn how to find stronger angles, structure your stories, and write with clarity and impact using techniques trusted by professional journalists.

✅ Ideal for aspiring journalists, comms professionals, and content creators
✅ Live, interactive session with expert guidance
✅ Walk away with practical frameworks you can use immediately

📅 Next session: 14 April 2026
💷 £129 + VAT | Limited places available

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💡 What you’ll get

In just three hours, you’ll learn how to:

  • Find story angles that grab attention
  • Structure articles so readers stay engaged until the end
  • Write strong intros and headlines that increase clicks
  • Turn raw information into clear, compelling narratives
  • Apply SEO basics to boost visibility

Leave with a repeatable framework you can use for every story you write.

 

👥 Who is this for

This course is ideal if you:

  • Want to break into journalism or improve your writing skills
  • Work in PR, marketing, or communications and need to write better content
  • Struggle to structure stories or keep readers engaged
  • Have ideas—but aren’t sure how to turn them into publishable pieces

This course may not be right if you’re an advanced journalist looking for highly specialised training.

Before:

After:

  • Unsure how to structure your story
  • A clear storytelling structure you can reuse
  • Weak intros that fail to hook readers
  • Confident, engaging writing style
  • Difficulty finding strong angles
  • Stronger ideas that editors and audiences respond to

 

Limited places

To keep the session interactive, places are limited.

⚠️ Courses often sell out in advance. Don’t miss your spot for the next session.

👉 Book now – secure your place

 

❓ Frequently asked questions

How long is the course?
Three hours (live, online) hosted by the Journalism Skills Academy.

Will I be able to ask questions?
Yes—this is an interactive session with opportunities to engage.

Do I need prior experience?
No—this is suitable for beginners and those looking to improve.

Will I get materials?
Yes—practical frameworks and guidance you can reuse as well as a comprehensive list of journalism resources.

Can I cancel?
Bookings are non-transferrable. For distance learning products, e-learning short course products and masterclass or lunch and learn training sessions,  you are entitled to request a refund without stating any cause within 14 days. Further information on can be found in the terms and conditions.

 

Ready to start writing stories that truly engage?

Join this live masterclass and gain the skills to write with clarity, structure, and impact.

📅 14 April 2026, 10:00am –  1:00pm
💷 £129 + VAT
🎟️ Limited places available

👉 Secure your place now

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