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Subbing: basic skills

Ideal for: Any journalist who has recently started sub editing or is just about to start.
Duration: One or two days, depending on level of attainment required.
Outline:

What a sub editor does
The qualities of a good sub
What a sub looks out for
Handling copy
The sub and the law
Making copy fit
Headlines and standfirsts
Use of pictures and images
Captions
Proofreading
Design and colour

Afterwards ...
Delegates will have a good grasp of the basics of subbing and will be able to put them to use
Previous clients: Welwyn and Hatfield Times
Kent and Sussex Courier
Sevenoaks Chronicle
East Grinstead Gazette
Essex Chronicle
Brentwood Gazette
Barking and Dagenham Post
Hackney Gazette
Islington Gazette
Westminster Post
Client comments: 'Really helpful - I will be applying these principles regularly.'

'An extremely useful course.'

'Informative and practical. I now intend to improve on a day-to-day basis.'

'I never knew there was so much involved, but I feel confident to start my new job now.'
Contact: Submit an enquiry, or call 01243 789336
 

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