IIJ’s 2023 Conference: On-Demand Recordings Available Now!

Want to learn top journalism practices at your own pace? Now’s your chance.

The IIJ’s 2023 Conference brought together 45+ diverse journalists from every corner to unite and address the biggest challenges facing freelancers today.

And the best part? The entire conference is now available for you to tune in and learn whenever you like. Tap 12+ hours of learning in 8 panel discussions and 2 keynote conversations!

 

What’s Included?

  • Advice on how to negotiate rates, handle kill fees, and set expectations.

  • Insights on how great storytellers transition to podcasting (and how you can excel in new mediums).

  • Exclusive keynotes will be given by Stephanie Foo, a former producer for This American Life and NY Times bestselling author, and Lynell George, an acclaimed journalist, essayist, and author.

Plus: a bonus bundle including four brand-new pitch guides, spreadsheets, and resources for freelancing. And an exclusive video interview with the New York Times’ opinion editor, Katie Kingsbury.

Get ready to:

  • Be inspired: Hear seasoned journalists share relevant learnings from their careers on how to pursue meaningful projects and build a satisfying career.

  • Be challenged: Learn strategies for capturing the attention of editors and funders, and how an entrepreneurial approach can keep you ahead of the game.

  • Experience a breakthrough: See how today’s top creators overcome common industry obstacles (and how you can too).

Please note: Sessions will be available on demand from Sep. 10, 2024, to Dec. 31, 2024.

Some speakers have changed jobs since 2023; please check on the organization’s website or individual’s socials before pitching.

Thank You to Our Supporters!

The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation supports creative people, effective institutions, and influential networks building a more just, verdant, and peaceful world. MacArthur is placing a few big bets that truly significant progress is possible on some of the world’s most pressing social challenges, including advancing global climate solutions, decreasing nuclear risk, promoting local justice reform in the U.S., and reducing corruption in Africa’s most populous country, Nigeria. In addition to the MacArthur Fellows Program and the global 100&Change competition, the Foundation continues its historic commitments to the role of journalism in a responsive democracy as well as the vitality of our headquarters city, Chicago.

Since 2013, the O’Brien Fellowship in Public Service Journalism has supported 9-month reporting projects by 30 journalists based in the U.S. Reporters selected for this Milwaukee-based Fellowship at Marquette University get: a $70,000 stipend, student interns as reporting partners, and funds for housing and travel. In service of the Fellowship’s mission to identify problems and potential solutions, O’Brien projects have tackled issues around environmental and racial justice, inequities in education and health care, criminal justice and more. This is your chance to tell a story that can change policy or even change lives. For more information see the O’Brien website and application page, and contact O’Brien Director David Umhoefer via email.

The John S. and James L. Knight Foundation supports democracy by promoting informed and engaged communities, including projects in the arts and journalism that lead to transformational, sustainable change.

Democracy Fund is an independent and nonpartisan foundation that confronts deep-rooted challenges in American democracy while defending against new threats. Democracy Fund has invested more than $275 million in support of those working to strengthen our democracy through the pursuit of a vibrant and diverse public square, free and fair elections, effective and accountable government, and a just and inclusive society.

The Association of Independents in Radio is a growing talent network of audio industry professionals integral to public media, journalism, podcasting and narrative storytelling. 

SoundPath is a digital training platform for peer-inspired learning, brought to you by the Association of Independents in Radio (AIR).

The IIJ Foundation is a fiscally sponsored project of Players Philanthropy Fund, providing free education, training and community to support freelancers of color.