NEON are excited to launch their first regional press officer training for Manchester-based folks who do press work for organisations or campaigns; or activists who do media work.
Date: Wednesday 11 March
Location: Manchester
Cost:
Grassroots/Unpaid Organiser: Free (scholarship place)
Small Org (annual budget circa £100k): £70
Medium Org (annual budget circa £500k): £150
NEON run these sessions because many people working in campaigns are in a constant battle to get good media coverage for their organisations. People often work alone or in small teams – and there’s no training out there specifically aimed at helping progressives improve their impact.
This training is aimed at progressive press officers from grassroots organisations, who are often unpaid for their work and want to learn basic skills needed to get media coverage for their cause or campaign. This training is for those who are newer to the job or want to refresh their skills.
What is covered?
Writing and pitching press releases
Writing and pitching comment pieces (with Maya Wolfe-Robinson from the Guardian)
Building up media contacts
How broadcasters work.
NEON are particularly excited to hear from People of Colour, women, trans folk, non-binary folk and disabled people.
For more information and to apply click here
Deadline: 19 February 2020