facebook
    Melissa
    Trusted teacher
    FavouritesAdd to Wish List
    FavouritesAdd to Wish List
    Trusted teacher
    from35.28CAD/ h

    Beginners class for aspiring Journalists/creative writers - taught by a qualified Journalist with BBC experience

    This class is for aspiring Journalists and prospective Journalism students.

    We will go through core writing structures and techniques for newsgathering and writing for different categories of news and news outlets.

    I am an NCTJ qualified Journalist with BBC experience.

    Extra information

    A computer, webcam and a keen interest in Journalism and writing.

    Location

    Online via webcam

    General info

    Age:
    Children (7-12 years old)
    Teenagers (13-17 years old)
    Adults (18-64 years old)
    Seniors (65+ years old)
    Student level:
    Beginner
    Intermediate
    Duration:
    60 minutes
    The class is taught in:English

    About Me

    Hi there, I'm Mel, an enthusiastic student with an Undergraduate Degree in Multimedia Journalism, where I specialised in English, creative writing; creating and editing professional Journalistic pieces on Adobe software.

    I'm a current International Politics Masters student specialising in Human rights with plans to begin my PhD.

    I have been using Adobe software since the ripe old age of 14 - I know, I'm a nerd. So if you need advice, lessons or guidance on Adobe programmes, then, I'm here to help. As a Journalist, I specifically specialise in Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, Premier Pro and Audition.

    Education

    - Undergraduate Degree: BA (Hons) Multimedia Journalism at the University of Bournemouth.
    - Postgraduate: MA International Politics at City, University of London (Currently studying).
    - NCTJ qualified (National Council for the Training Of Journalists)

    Experience / Qualifications

    - Undergraduate Degree: BA (Hons) Multimedia Journalism at the University of Bournemouth.
    Qualification - High 2:1

    - Postgraduate: MA International Politics at City, University of London (Currently studying). Qualification: Averaging a First
    This class is for creative people/students/professionals that are new or wanting to understand more about using Adobe programmes. As a University student and an Adobe awards ambassador for my work using the programme, I found it very helpful to get assistance from a real person, which I understand is very difficult for aspiring Adobe users in the current Coid-19 circumstances. We will go through tools and techniques in photoshop and InDesign to get you started on your design journey. Adobe is a brilliant programme for creatives wanting to start a new hobby, or professionals, including, ut not limited to: photographers, video/picture editors and Journalists.

    Ask a question

    Send a message explaining your needs and Melissa will reply soon:
    The more detail, the better.
    Ex. "Hi, when are you available to meet for a lesson?"

    Availability of a typical week

    (GMT -04:00) New York
    MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
    0              
    1              
    2              
    3              
    4  Monday at 4:00  Tuesday at 4:00  Wednesday at 4:00  Thursday at 4:00  Friday at 4:00    
    5              
    6              
    7              
    8  Monday at 8:00  Tuesday at 8:00  Wednesday at 8:00  Thursday at 8:00      
    9              
    10  Monday at 10:00  Tuesday at 10:00  Wednesday at 10:00  Thursday at 10:00  Friday at 10:00    
    11              
    12  Monday at 12:00  Tuesday at 12:00  Wednesday at 12:00  Thursday at 12:00  Friday at 12:00    
    13              
    14              
    15              
    16              
    17              
    18              
    19              
    20              
    21              
    22              
    23              
    from C$35.28Online via webcam

    Good-fit Instructor Guarantee


    If you are not satisfied after your first lesson, Apprentus will find you another instructor or will refund your first lesson.

    Online reputation

    • Instructor since March 2021
    • Phone number verified

    Availability of a typical week

    (GMT -04:00) New York
    MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
    0              
    1              
    2              
    3              
    4  Monday at 4:00  Tuesday at 4:00  Wednesday at 4:00  Thursday at 4:00  Friday at 4:00    
    5              
    6              
    7              
    8  Monday at 8:00  Tuesday at 8:00  Wednesday at 8:00  Thursday at 8:00      
    9              
    10  Monday at 10:00  Tuesday at 10:00  Wednesday at 10:00  Thursday at 10:00  Friday at 10:00    
    11              
    12  Monday at 12:00  Tuesday at 12:00  Wednesday at 12:00  Thursday at 12:00  Friday at 12:00    
    13              
    14              
    15              
    16              
    17              
    18              
    19              
    20              
    21              
    22              
    23              
    from C$35.28Online via webcam

    Good-fit Instructor Guarantee


    If you are not satisfied after your first lesson, Apprentus will find you another instructor or will refund your first lesson.

    Share

    You are here


    Madi
    Learn how to speak/write/read in Spanish - Foundation
    Learning a new language is so much fun, not to mention it can be very useful when travelling or going on holiday or even if it’s just learning for fun. I dedicate my time & knowledge to ensure I assist every student to their individual needs, whether that is assisting with their pronunciation, practicing writing and structuring paragraphs. If students really struggling I will add extra minutes / hours after session for a discounted price to ensure the students are more comfortable.

    Estella(Qianwen)
    Practical Skills & Software Training for Art & Design
    This class is designed for emerging artists and anyone curious about exploring art, regardless of background or experience. In this course, you will: 1. Learn how to embrace your unique artistic voice and uncover your innate creative instincts. 2. Explore various pathways to artistic growth, drawing on real-life examples. We’ll also discuss the pros and cons of participating in art competitions. 3. Receive personalized guidance on mastering Adobe Creative Suite, including Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Premiere Pro, and more. 4. *Bonus*: Discover how to blend science and art to enhance your creative practice. 5. Engage in hands-on exercises that will help you develop and express your own artistic ideas and approaches.

    Ella
    Creative Writing for Children and Young Adults (1:1)
    Does your child have a passion for storytelling? Are they eager to learn how to develop this skill and take it to the next level? I can help! I have a First Class BA Honours in English, I am passionate about helping students fall in love with the literature. We will cover: Literary devices like narrative voice, imagery and character development. Learn how to structure stories with devices such as repetition and foreshadowing. Build tension and suspense with syntax, punctuation and poetic language. With fun tasks and word games, your child will gain confidence in utilising advanced literary techniques to elevate their creative writing. My one to one lessons are adaptable, therefore if your child has any additional needs or a preferred learning style this can be incorporated into my sessions to ensure that student goals are met.

    Camille
    Writing & written expression workshops: finalizing your writing project
    Overcome your fears and unlock creative inspiration to finally get to the end of your writing project. Let yourself be guided and finally realize your dream of writing. ➤ Overcome your fears. ➤ Discover the secret to writing 100% fun and 0% blank pages. ➤ Awaken this writer's flame that has been dormant in you for a long time. ➤ Build unwavering legitimacy and overcome the fear of failure, lack of time and procrastination that keep you from moving forward. In short, put an end to the fear of writing! Isn't it difficult to be consumed by the desire to write your project and not succeed in doing it? Break forever the insurmountable wall that prevents you from writing today. It is a matter of combining improvements in form with improvements in substance. For this, the sessions can for example take place according to your needs as follows: a) Comments / proposals on the text that you will offer me b) Writing exercises based on a statement. c) A series of precise and pragmatic recommendations and their application through style exercises. Whether it is a novel, an essay, song lyrics, various texts, a biography or simply a report for professional or school purposes, it is about offering you elements personalized pedagogy: - Study your text - Build text, song lyrics etc - Calmly polish the style - Research and develop your lexical fields - Differentiate between writing for oneself and writing for others All this by combining theory and practice: Writing work from exercises then as part of a personal project. During the sessions, you are guided in your writing project. The trainer accompanies you and teaches you the preparation method, gives you writing tools and helps you work on your style and your imagination. The objective is multiple, including a reflection on one's own literary path, an introduction to the basic tools of style work and exercises on description. Learning objectives: - Identify your writing path. - Mobilize your imagination. - Learn and master the practical writing tools. - Broaden its reflection on creation and professional and personal writing. - Create and develop one or more projects. Trained in a European Grande Ecole & Ivy League University in the United States, specialized and has been working in Europe and North America for more than 16 years in this field, in reputable international institutions , also intervening in forums and conferences. - Locations: Geneva - Lausanne - Friborg - Neuchâtel - Montreux - Basel - Sion - Sierre - Morges - Bienne. But currently and until further notice, only by videoconference in accordance with national recommendations on Covid. These sessions, for which you have asked me, also seem to be perfectly unanimous since they arouse a certain enthusiasm (and a certain enthusiasm). Indeed, they have the advantage of face-to-face sessions (ex: quality of the interaction), without its disadvantages (ex: loss of travel time) with additional advantages (ex: the entire session transcribed in writing on the chat). That is why, at your request, I continue to offer this option. À la carte: evaluated and adapted to each personality.

    Tara
    English Literature and Language Tutoring for KS3 & KS4
    Welcome! I'm a dedicated English tutor with a passion for helping students unlock their full potential. I hold a degree in English and Philosophy from Durham University and have three years of experience teaching English in secondary schools in the UK. I also had the incredible opportunity to teach English for three months in Thailand, broadening my global perspective on education. As a tutor based in London, I offer excellent knowledge of the AQA syllabus and a friendly, supportive approach. I specialize in helping students develop essential skills such as language analysis, comprehension, creative writing, literature analysis, and essay structure. My ultimate goal is to guide students toward success, whether they need extra help or are aiming to excel in their exams. Let’s work together to achieve your goals!

    Marie
    Art therapy / therapeutic writing / academic and professional support
    As a qualified art therapist and therapist in Narrative Practices, I offer personalized support focused on writing and expression for people with learning difficulties or those encountering obstacles in their academic, social and professional paths. In addition, I support the realization of projects with a creative and structured approach. What I offer: • Creative and interactive process: My sessions are based on moments of discussion and creativity, encouraging personal and expressive exploration. • Concrete Support: Whether it is for homework or the implementation of a professional project, I am here to support you. • Diverse Skills: I have a variety of skills that I combine with sessions if necessary, particularly in web design, marketing, video, project management and homework help. My Values and Principles: 1. We are all “multi-stories”: Our lives are woven from our own stories and those of others. 2. Your Expertise: You have the best knowledge of your own life. 3. The person is never the problem: They are engaged in a problematic relationship with someone or something. 4. Active response to problems: We never remain passive in the face of difficulties - our response, whatever it may be, is a form of action. I am here to support you with empathy and professionalism. If you wish to explore, learn or simply receive personalized support, do not hesitate to contact me. Together, we will explore the most enriching solutions for your journey and we can work towards your goals, whether they are academic, creative or professional. Do not hesitate to write to me for more information!

    Peyman
    Writing, Composition, Communications, Media, Journalism
    Based on 10 years of teaching at various universities worldwide, I can design and apply different levels of courses on a variety of subjects related to communications skills, professional and institutional communications, writing (for academic and personal purposes), journalism and media writing/reporting/editing.

    Ros
    Creative Writing Mentoring - helping you to progress in your creative life!
    Are you thinking of writing but having trouble how to start? Have you started writing but seem to have blocks that are stopping you continuing what you’ve started? Or do you feel shy about sharing your creative writing and want to take the next steps? I’ve successfully helped mentor people on their journey into creative writing and in the classes we will take the journey looking at ways to help overcome obstacles that might be stopping or blocking your progresses, or helping you to continue writing you may have started. We will do this with a mixture of looking at your work and thinking of strategies to help you overcome any potential blocks. Although I have a particular interest in writing for plays, (I am a playwright and published poet), this class is for also for those wanting write creatively.

    DiTanya
    Script Writing, Book Writing, Pitch Decks, Story Boarding, and Story-Telling
    I am a former police detective who once worked with victims and witnesses of crime. In 1999 I was awarded the Maryland Governor’s Certificate of Merit for Outstanding Contributions in the Field of Victim/Witness Services. Fond of true crime, I enjoy advocating through storytelling by giving voice to the dead, ignored, and oppressed. My purpose in writing has always been to champion social impact narratives, provoke thought, and effect change for representatives of the BIPOC (Black Indigenous People of Color) community(ies). As a U.S.National Finalist in the Coverfly Screencraft Virtual Pitch Spring 2022 and again in Fall 2023, I am now in the nascent statges of completing my first manuscript for a creative non-fiction book due to be self-published Winter 2024. I would enjoy nothing more than to lend my experience in helping you achieve your goals and the results you so desire.

    Alex
    Creative Writing Workshop: Personalized Critique and Guidance from a Published Author
    Creative Writing Workshop: Personalized Critique and Guidance Are you ready to take your writing to the next level? Join my one-on-one Creative Writing Workshop, led by myself, Alex Falase-Koya, a published author, designed to provide personalized critique and advice on your personal projects. This class is perfect for writers of all levels who are looking to refine their craft, receive constructive feedback, and develop their unique voice. Course Highlights: Individualized Feedback: Each session will focus on providing detailed critiques of your work, helping you identify strengths and areas for improvement. Expert Guidance: Benefit from the insights and experience of a published author who will share industry tips, writing techniques, and advice on navigating the publishing world. Tailored Support: Enjoy a customized learning experience that addresses your specific writing goals and challenges. Project Development: Work on your personal writing projects, whether it’s a novel, short story, memoir, or poetry, with the goal of making significant progress by the end of the course. Interactive Sessions: Engage in writing exercises, in-depth discussions, and Q&A sessions to deepen your understanding of the writing process. Who Should Enroll: Aspiring writers looking to hone their skills and receive professional feedback. Experienced writers seeking personalized support to develop their projects. Anyone passionate about storytelling and eager to learn from a seasoned author. Join us for an enriching journey into the world of creative writing, where your stories will come to life through expert critique and individualized growth.

    Kato
    Unlock Your Creativity with the UK's Leading Expert.
    You can unlock your creativity. You are a powerful artist. Creativity isn't a mystery. It is a process. You can learn this process. I will teach you. You will become strong, agile, capable, confident. It will change your thinking, help you problem solve. I'm an expert in creativity. I can unblock anyone who does the work. I've worked with people across society, helping them unblock their creativity from scratch. Homeless people, doctors, families, students. Everyone. I will guide and support you through weekly, enjoyable exercises. They will lead you to your own creativity. Your voice. Your creativity. Whatever you want to make.

    Tangarfa
    English Grammar Essentials for All Levels, Fun ways to learn
    I am a passionate educator with a strong commitment to fostering a positive learning environment. With expertise in English, I aim to inspire students by making complex concepts accessible and engaging. My teaching approach is tailored to each student's needs, utilizing interactive methods and real-world examples to enhance understanding. Join me on this educational journey, and let’s achieve your learning goals together!

    Rehab
    Lets get to University! Helping you acheive your dream!
    If you are looking to target any university, let me help you get there! I have been a private consultant, can provide you with strategic subject help, writing your personal statement, help you get to your desired university! I have attended London School of Economics and University of Oxford and I have learnt so much to help anyone target their dream schools. Interview prep, university resumes, resume writings, anything! I currently work as an Analyst in the UK Civil Service.

    Oli
    English Language Comprehension, Literature and Creative Writing
    In this engaging class, students will explore classic and modern literature whilst developing their own storytelling skills. Through interactive discussions, fun writing exercises, and personalized feedback, students will learn to analyze texts, enhance their vocabulary, and express their creativity. They'll dive into imaginative worlds, build compelling characters, and craft original stories, all while improving their reading comprehension and writing techniques. Students will be expected to complete a homework task weekly. The pieces will be marked and given feedback, alongside a discussion about the piece itself. This class intends to improve the students understanding and knowledge of English Literature and Creative Writing, through fostering a love of the texts given, and empowering young writers to confidently share their voices.

    Anna
    English IGCSE/GCSE/ Verbal Reasoning/ Poetry/ Creative Writing
    I can aid students from preschool to IGCSE/GCSE level in English, Verbal Reasoning, and essay writing. Having achieved an A* in both English Language and English literature, I am passionate about teaching children how to love the subject and excel in their examinations. I have tutored English in the past to both preschool and IGCSE pupils, offering a dynamic and interactive teaching style that helps nurture a child's love for English and creative writing. I have access to the poetry pamphlet taught in most schools for IGCSE, but can access whatever syllabus is needed for a specific exam. I also have created several worksheets for students who are learning English as their second language. Having studied French, German, and Latin at school, I am aware of the etymology of many words which will allow students to connect meanings across their language to understand the literature fully. In my free time, I write poetry and novels and can share many teachings I learnt on a creative writing course I undertook in 2016.