Structured Learning for Web Journalism Mastery
Our web journalism program combines hands-on reporting skills with digital storytelling techniques. You'll learn to create compelling multimedia content, fact-check in real-time, and build an audience across platforms. Each course is designed around actual newsroom workflows and current industry standards.
Work through progressive modules that take you from foundational skills to advanced techniques. Practice with real story assignments, receive detailed feedback, and develop a professional portfolio that showcases your range as a digital journalist.
Choose Your Learning Track
Whether you're starting fresh or building on existing experience, we have pathways designed for different skill levels and career goals. All tracks include live sessions, practical assignments, and ongoing instructor feedback.
Foundation Track
Build core journalism skills from the ground up. Perfect for career changers or those new to digital media who want to understand newsroom fundamentals and digital publishing.
- News writing and AP style basics
- Interview techniques and source development
- Introduction to multimedia storytelling
- Ethics and fact-checking essentials
- Content management systems overview
Digital Storytelling Track
Develop multimedia skills for modern web journalism. Learn to combine text, video, audio, and data visualization to create engaging stories that perform well across platforms.
- Mobile video production and editing
- Podcast creation and audio editing
- Data visualization and interactive graphics
- Social media strategy for journalists
- SEO and audience development
Advanced Investigative Track
Master investigative techniques and in-depth reporting. Focus on long-form journalism, public records research, and collaborative investigations that require advanced research and verification skills.
- Public records and FOIA requests
- Advanced source protection methods
- Database journalism and analysis
- Long-form narrative techniques
- Collaborative investigation workflows
How Our Program Works
Every track follows a clear progression designed to build skills systematically. You'll move through four distinct phases, each focusing on specific competencies while building toward professional-level work. Live sessions happen twice weekly, with additional office hours for personalized feedback and technical support.
Fundamentals Phase
Start with essential concepts and tools. Learn journalism standards, ethical frameworks, and basic technical skills needed for digital publishing. Build your first stories using proven formats and templates.
Skills Development Phase
Expand your capabilities with multimedia techniques. Practice video interviews, audio editing, and data presentation. Work on increasingly complex stories that require multiple formats and stronger source development.
Professional Practice Phase
Take on challenging assignments that mirror real newsroom work. Develop beat expertise, build source networks, and create in-depth pieces under realistic deadlines. Receive detailed critiques from working journalists.
Portfolio & Career Phase
Finalize your professional portfolio with polished pieces across formats. Learn pitch techniques, freelance business basics, and job application strategies. Connect with industry professionals through our network.