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 | MA Certification - Proofreading
September 11th, 2010
Whether professional proofreading is a skill set you seek to employ in your current job or offer as an independent service for supplemental income (or both!), Media Alliance certification conveys to employers and clients yours is a recognized commitment to upholding editorial excellence.
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 | MA Certification - Copyediting
September 25th, 2010
Review the fundamentals of copyediting and acquire a better sense of how to balance and serve the best interests of your three clients: the publisher, the writer, and the reader. With drills in grammar, punctuation, spelling, and diction, this fast-moving class explores the practical knowledge and skills copyeditors bring to the task of editing, both online and on paper. The goal is for students to see through an experienced editor's eyes how best to communicate wisely while resolving gracefully manuscript questions and issues of awkward writing. |
 | Spokesperson Training
October 13th, 2010
Opportunities to speak about what matters to you are everywhere. Are you up to the challenge? Professional media and self-generated media present many of the same opportunities - and the same pitfalls. How do you shape your message so it is clear, coherent and engaging? How do you deal with hostile and/or manipulative questions during an interview? What should you wear for a television or video interview? And how can you stop feeling so nervous? Join us for a three week journey with supportive peers to strengthen your capacity to advocate for what you care about. |
 | Writing to Make a Difference: Materials to Move People to Action
November 4th, 2010
Every day, more of us realize the strategic importance of developing outstanding marketing and outreach materials – both off-line and on-line. Clear and concise writing is a powerful tool that no one in our sector can afford to misuse. You will leave inspired and equipped to write winning marketing or outreach materials you can use in many contexts.
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