Freelance Travel Writing & Photography Course

About this course

The Open Colleges Certificate in Freelance Travel Writing & Photography online course will teach you the skills to professionally write and sell travel section features and photos. You will receive training in how to successfully package your writing and photography to create quality, effective journalism.

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Eligibility

To be eligible for this course you need to meet the basic English language requirements.

Areas of study

The subjects you’ll study in this online freelance writing program include:

• Introduction to travel writing and photography
• Travel photography and agencies
• Travel features and photojournalism
• Digital photography
• What you need to know about travel writing
• The travel writer’s market
• The freelance travel photojournalist
• Building your freelance business
• Researching ideas and writing features

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Student support

As a student of Open Colleges, you will have access to a range of student and administrative support options. Your course trainers are available via email, messaging and through your online course forums in OpenSpace. You will also have access to help with study skills such as time management, essay writing and referencing.

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How will this course advance my career?

This online travel writing and photography course will help you turn your aspirations of being a travel writer into a reality. Upon completion of this program you will have the professional skills and training to advance not only as a travel writer but also in other communication sectors such as public relations and news journalism, including radio and television.

Your writing and photography training will be complemented by practical knowledge of the business side of the job and how to excel in the freelance industry. You will be taught self-marketing strategies and be able to understand what editors want.

How else will I benefit from this certificate?

• Upon successful completion of this course you will receive a nationally recognised qualification: Freelance Travel Writing & Photography Certificate.
• Flexible study: studying by correspondence means you study on your terms – at a time and place that suits you.
• Extra learning materials provided, including study materials and learning aids.
• FREE 12-month media pass on completion of this course.

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