Multimedia for Journalists

Start date: 31 Oct 2011 | End date: 04 Nov 2011
Location: London, United Kingdom
Language: English
Application deadline: 25 Aug 2011

Training is multimedia based, with examples from all branches of media with a combination of exercises and group discussions. 

Eligibility:

Journalists from the developing world with a minimum of two years experience with a general news or specialist reporting background wanting to gain new online skills to help them work smarter. No prior technical skills required.

Funding:

Full bursaries for journalists from the developing world/countries in political transition working for organisations with no resources for training. Bursaries would include return air travel (economy class), accommodation and a modest living allowance. This arrangement is subject to variation.

Part-funded bursaries are available for journalists from the developing world/countries in political transition who work for organisations that have limited resources for training, in this instance Thomson Reuters Foundation waives the tuition cost. Participants will be expected to cover air travel and accommodation costs.  In exceptional circumstances journalists from the developed world will be considered for part-funded bursaries.

Non-funded - Thomson Reuters Foundation also offers training for journalists from any region from an organisation that has the resources to fully cover the following costs of the programme: tuition fees: £200 per day (£1000 for a 5-day London course), also travel and accommodation costs and living expenses. If necessary, Thomson Reuters Foundation can provide a list of hotels for participants who require accommodation in London. If you have any questions please email: foundation@thomsonreuters.com

Submissions:

• A biography of up to 250 words outlining your career.
• A statement of between 250 and 500 words describing any factors affecting your work as a journalist. Explain how you hope to benefit from the course for which you are applying.
• Two recent examples of your published work, preferably relevant to the course for which you are applying, with a brief summary in English (if necessary).