JOU 4311 - Advanced Magazine Writing
Catalog description:
An advanced writing course in which students create article ideas, research and write magazine-length nonfiction articles and submit them for publication.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: JOU 4308 with a B or instructor’s approval
Student goals for the course:
- To identify differences in target audiences—and to develop compelling and original story ideas for specific market
- To use a variety of advanced research and interviewing techniques while gathering information
- To develop advanced writing and rewriting skills
- To develop advanced and alternative structural techniques and approaches to stories
- To develop a personal voice and style
- To explore different genres of creative non-fiction writing
- To write query letters and publish stories in newspaper, magazines or Web sites
Assignments:
Assignments are in-depth writing assignments that vary in length and subject matter. Majority of assignments are writing and rewriting assignments. Focus is on depth of reporting and narrative storytelling techniques with targeted subjects and publications.
Semesters this course is offered:
The Campaign for the University of Florida