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The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 23h

Every month, the Institute for Independent Journalists holds FREE webinars to foster connections between freelancers and editors. Check out our full schedule and RSVP here: theiij.com/webinars

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The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 1d

Happening tomorrow! Make sure to RSVP for the meetup and take advantage of this opportunity to connect with fellow freelancers: www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticket...

The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 2d

This Thursday! Join us at #MediaFest25 for a freelance meetup hosted by @indiejournalists.bsky.social founder Katherine Reynolds Lewis and @valeriafernandez.bsky.social, founder of @altavozlab.bsky.social! RSVP here: www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticket...

The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 1d

We want to make it easier to hit the ground running as a freelancer. That’s why we created the Freelance Quick-Start Guide – an interactive online course covering the basics of sustainable freelancing for absolute beginners! Take it for a free test drive: bit.ly/iijquickstart

The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 1d

Freelancer Lisa Kwon's critical coverage of Airbnb operators for Knock L.A. landed her in a legal tangle. She shares her story with the Freelance Journalism Podcast, as well as advice for managing the risk of a lawsuit.

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What to do when you've been sued, with freelance journalist Lisa Kwon

It might be a freelancer's worst nightmare: getting sued over your reporting. After Lisa Kwon reported a story for nonprofit newsroom Knock L.A on Airbnb ope...

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The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 1d

Take the guesswork out of freelance journalism, and register for the IIJ’s Business of Freelancing course! Tackle the thorniest challenges freelancers face, from determining rates to managing your time. Learn more: theiij.com/biz25

The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 2d

Find yourself freelancing but not sure where to begin? The IIJ’s Freelance Quick Start Guide provides a customized springboard for free: bit.ly/iijquickstart

The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 2d

This Thursday! Join us at #MediaFest25 for a freelance meetup hosted by @indiejournalists.bsky.social founder Katherine Reynolds Lewis and @valeriafernandez.bsky.social, founder of @altavozlab.bsky.social! RSVP here: www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticket...

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Lex Roman @lexroman.com · 5d

I'm super excited to start class next week with @indiejournalists.bsky.social. I want to make freelance writing an actual part of my business this fall and moving forward and I'm psyched to figure out a strategy that will work for me.

I think you can still join too: theiij.com/biz25

The Institute for Independent Journalists - Fall 2025 Business of Freelancing Course — The Institute for Independent Journalists

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The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 3d

The founders and editors at the Sick Times say they are looking for freelancers with investigative skills to beef up their coverage. Learn more on the Freelance Journalism Podcast: bit.ly/45Obhfa

The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 3d

Tired of burnout? Looking for a more intentional freelance career? The IIJ can help you get there! Our Business of Freelancing online course teaches you how to find new clients, organize your time, set realistic goals, and much more! Register now: theiij.com/biz25

The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 3d

🗣️ Make yourself heard! Join us for a FREE webinar on Oct. 17 featuring opinion editors from Undark, Bloomberg, and USA Today! RSVP here: bit.ly/474FI1l

The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 3d

Produce impactful journalism without sacrificing your financial and emotional sustainability. It’s possible, with the IIJ’s Business of Freelancing course! Register now: theiij.com/biz25

The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 4d

Every month, the Institute for Independent Journalists holds FREE webinars to nurture your network, sharpen your skills, and perfect your pitches. Check out our full schedule here: theiij.com/webinars

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The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 5d

Alan Henry, managing editor at PCMag, had an unusual route into his second career as a journalist: through the comments section. Listen to the whole conversation on the Freelance Journalism Podcast: bit.ly/4iGK6a5

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The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 5d

Have you been ghosted by a client? Are you confused by a contract? We can help! Ask us your burning questions about freelancing, and we may answer them on an future episode of the Freelance Journalism Podcast! bit.ly/IIJAMA

The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 5d

Get that chip off your shoulder…and into the opinion pages! Our Oct. 17 webinar features a panel of opinion editors who will give you more than a penny for your thoughts. Learn more and RSVP for free: bit.ly/474FI1l

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The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 6d

Freelancing for the first time can feel a lot like working at a start-up with a staff of one – it’s easy to get overwhelmed! That’s why the IIJ has created the Freelance Quick Start Guide, a free resource to get you launched: bit.ly/iijquickstart

The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 7d

Take the guesswork out of freelance journalism, and register for the IIJ’s Business of Freelancing course! Tackle the thorniest challenges freelancers face, from determining rates to managing your time. Learn more: theiij.com/biz25

The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 7d

Your voice deserves to be heard! Learn how to land in the opinion pages with this FREE webinar featuring a panel of editors from USA Today, Bloomberg, and Undark who are waiting for your pitches! Learn more and RSVP: bit.ly/474FI1l

The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 8d

Until now, freelancing didn’t come with a roadmap. But thanks to the IIJ’s Freelance Quick Start Guide, there’s now a free, self-paced resource to make sure you hit the ground running: bit.ly/iijquickstart

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The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 8d

Sunnie Clahchischiligi, Diné, is the Indigenous affairs editor for High Country News. The deciding factor for her when reviewing a freelance pitch: has this writer gained the trust of the community they’re covering? Hear the whole conversation on the Freelance Journalism Podcast: youtu.be...

The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 8d

See you this Friday at AccessFest hosted by @ire.org! IIJ leaders @anntastic.bsky.social, @lygianavarro.com, Shernay Williams and freelance journalist Mónica Ortiz Uribe will share strategies to jumpstart your freelancing. Check out the full AccessFest lineup here: schedules.ire.org/accessfest-2...

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The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 9d

Join us tomorrow for a pop-up webinar hosted by IIJ founder Katherine Reynolds Lewis! This is your chance to ask questions about our upcoming business of freelancing course, or any other burning Q's you may have about freelancing or the state of the industry. RSVP here: www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticket...

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The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 8d

Tired of burnout? Looking for a more intentional freelance career? The IIJ can help you get there! Our Business of Freelancing online course teaches you how to find new clients, organize your time, set realistic goals, and much more! Register now: theiij.com/biz25

The Institute for Independent Journalists @indiejournalists.bsky.social · 9d

Join us tomorrow for a pop-up webinar hosted by IIJ founder Katherine Reynolds Lewis! This is your chance to ask questions about our upcoming business of freelancing course, or any other burning Q's you may have about freelancing or the state of the industry. RSVP here: www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticket...

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