Applicants will receive exclusive coaching from world-leading editors, broadcasters, writers and reporters, and see how publishers around the world are using technology to find stories and bring them to life like never before.
The conference is free for successful applicants and travel and accommodation costs will be covered
The conference will help develop a wide range of journalism skills
The conference offers aspiring young journalists opportunities to develop practical and editorial skills
Delegates will be part of a year-round global alumni network, helping them to engage with one another, implement their learning and continue their professional development.
Eligibilities
To apply for a place at Future News Worldwide 2019 applicants must:
be aged 18-25 on 1 July 2019
be a registered student, enrolled in an undergraduate or postgraduate course (of any subject) at a university or higher education institution OR have graduated from a degree course after 1 July 2017
be a native speaker of English OR be able to speak English at IELTS level 6.5 or equivalent (a formal qualification is not required, just the ability to speak at this level)
not have participated in Future News Worldwide or Future NEWS before
be dedicated to a career in journalism, in any form
be available to travel to and from the UK on any date between 13-18 July 2019.
PLEASE NOTE: if the applicant is shortlisted for a place at the conference they will be required to provide evidence of eligibility (identity, age, student status and English language ability).
Eligible Regions: Open for All
Application Process
Before starting the application, have the following documents to hand: Professional reference from applicant’s editor, manager, teacher or past employer; English language qualification certificate (if applicants have one).
The online application form includes two questions designed to test applicant’s journalistic skills and interests. Read these two questions on their official website and prepare answers before starting the online application.
It is not possible to save the work whilst completing the form, so it is recommended that applicants compose their answers to these questions offline, then copy and paste them into the form.
The organization recognizes that quality journalism comes in many formats, and they encourage applicants to use multimedia in their responses to these questions. If applicants wish to give their answer as a written article they should use the space provided. If they wish to respond in multimedia format (such as video or podcast) please upload the file to a hosting site (e.g Youtube, Vimeo, Soundcloud) and provide a link in this space.
All answers will be judged equally regardless of format.
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Application Deadline: March 21, 2019 (7 Days Remaining)
