środa, 25 kwietnia 2018

Ideas For Finding News As A Freelance Writer Outdoor Events

By George Foster


Some media reporters think that there is very little to write about in their communities. They cannot appreciate the opportunities before them and let these stories go by the wayside to be covered by others. For a freelance writer outdoor events can be particularly noteworthy because they often are of interest to everyone in the city or state in which they are held. You could make or break your own career by knowing what occasions to head for in search of a big story and what type of news to report to the people who read your articles or columns.

January is the time of year when newly elected politicians are sworn into office. When you want to break a story that will be of interest to your readers, you could cover the inaugurations and swearing in ceremonies. These events, which are held on the steps of the capitol building or statehouse, are typically open to the public as well as writers who either represent established media or work for themselves. You might score interviews and photos for which no other reporter can take credit.

Another event to which reporters are sometimes invited is a major sports tournament. Sports tournaments are held throughout the year but especially in the spring as schools finish up their competitive seasons. Track and field, soccer, tennis, and baseball are the sports that most schools participate in during the springtime.

You may arrive to take photos of top athletes in the city and state. You may break the story of an athlete topping a record or participating in an activity that holds particular importance to the public. You might then sell the story to the local media for a handsome profit.

Other events that captivate people are high society weddings. Particularly in the Deep South, high society weddings are big news during this time of the year. Well-connected families marry into each other and cause ripples in the social news scene. Your readers may want all of the details including where the weddings were held at and what kinds of menus were served at the reception and dinner.

The bigger news could come from the names of the people marrying each other and why the connections are particularly newsworthy. Sometimes these connections have a way of changing the fabric of society in small to mid-size towns. The story will be complete once you get official pictures of the newlyweds together.

As the year winds down, many cities hold celebrations to mark the holidays. Nativity scenes are set up outside of churches and places of worship. These scenes are held alongside major celebrations like Christmas parades, winter carnivals, and food bazaars. They encourage the public to get out and have fun together with friends and neighbors. They also are noteworthy for those who attend as well as people who may no longer live in the area.

As a freelance writer, you have plenty to cover if you just go looking for it. The news never stops in cities of all sizes, which is why independent reporters like you can make big money selling stories to established media. You also satisfy the curiosity of people who have come to depend on you for the latest news.




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