Magazine Editing (424-1-20)

Instructors

Jan M Parr

Meeting Info

303 E. Wacker Dr. 1624-B: Tues 1:00PM - 3:50PM

Overview of class

Want to work in magazines? Write narrative features? Successfully pitch to varied media outlets? Whether your goal is to be a writer, editor or publisher, in print or online, Magazine Editing delivers the skills to succeed in today's multi-faceted media world. Students will both read and analyze magazine-style stories and practice editing skills. The core concepts taught include finding story ideas; shaping narratives; improving sentences; and working with a writer to develop a story from idea to execution. The course will also offer insights into the business generally. Magazine-style writing has spread through virtually all media, and this course will prepare students for roles in a range of fields.  

Class Materials (Required)

AP Stylebook (cost: up to $29 for online access)

Class Attributes

Attendance at 1st class mandatory

Enrollment Requirements

Enrollment Requirements: Only students in the MSJ program may enroll in these classes