Who is it for?
You are a scientist, such as a PhD student, postdoc, lab head or industry researcher and you've been thinking about developing your popular science writing skills because:
- You are frustrated about how your field is covered in the media or online, and believe you can do better, or
- You have decided it's time to move on from academia and a career as a writer appeals to you, or
- You would like another string to your bow and see writing as a valuable sideline, or
- You're just interested!
But you're not sure where to start.
What will it cover?
- What opportunities exist for science writers
- How to find and own your writing niche
- How to get your first commissions
- Marketing yourself as a science writer
- Anything you'd like to ask the trainers
This is a recording of a webinar that took place last year. It includes a free digital workbook to help you plan your next steps. You will also be able to post questions for our trainers in our discussion forum -- they are available to answer your questions even though the live webinar has already taken place.
Who is speaking?
Our speakers are two highly experienced science writers and science journalists:
Claire Ainsworth is an award-winning science journalist, who began her career at New Scientist magazine and the journal Nature and has been freelancing since 2007.
Jon Copley is Associate Professor in Ocean Exploration and Public Engagement at the University of Southampton. He regularly writes about his research for the general public, and is a former full-time science journalist.
Both trainers have been teaching scientists how to communicate effectively for more than 20 years. Scroll down for detailed biographies.
When is it?
The live webinar took place 3rd February 2022, but the recording of the session is now available in this course. Simply sign up to access it, and ask the trainers questions via the accompanying text discussion section.
