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Op-Ed Writing and Pitching

  • Beginner
  • 18 and older
  • $79
  • Earn 790 reward points
  • 219 W 40th St, New York, NY
  • 4 hours over 2 sessions

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  • $79
  • 4 hours over 2 sessions
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Class Description

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What you'll learn in this writing class:

Learn to write persuasive opinion editorials

One way to share your expertise, establish your professional reputation, raise the visibility of your organization and promote a cause dear to your heart is to pen persuasive opinion pieces.

In this hands-on two-session workshop, we will guide you through the following:
  • What is (and is not) an op-ed
  • Conceiving and honing a compelling idea suitable to your expertise and experience
  • Commanding an audience's attention
  • How to write clearly, concisely and forcefully for general and niche audiences
  • How to fairly represent, and thoughtfully respond to, opposing views
  • The role of research
  • How to develop a distinctive voice
  • Hands-on writing exercises and group critique
  • Where and how to pitch op-eds to publications and the editing process
What to bring:
You may bring a laptop to practice your writing skills.

REFUND POLICY
Refunds up to 1 day before event

Refund Policy

Cancellations made at least 2 business days in advance of the class will be honored with a refund less 5% cancellation fee.

In the event that an instructor or the school needs to cancel at the last minute, students will receive a refund less a 5% non-refundable registration fee.

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Newmark Graduate School of Journalism

Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism at CUNY offers a top-notch, affordable education teaching traditional journalism values while preparing students to thrive in a rapidly changing media landscape.

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