HNRS: Business of Writing
Fall 2020 Courses
Course:
SCHC 389 H03 30864
Course Attributes:
NotCore
Instructor:
Kathryn Whitener
Location/Times(1):
HONORS B112 on R @ 11:40 am - 12:55 pm
Location/Times(2):
WEB COLUMBIA on @
Registered:
6
Seat Capacity:
8
Notes:
For honors students with an interest in communications, journalism, or English, this course would look at the changing landscape of publishing and opportunities for writers to forge careers for themselves. From so-called "traditional" publishing to digital press opportunities afforded by Amazon and others, the publishing industry is one of the most dynamic environments to build a career in the new decade. Learn the history of publishing, the disruption caused by digital, and the gig-economy impact of freelancers, indie presses, and self-published authors. The various streams of revenue that support modern literary professionals (teaching, freelancing, reviewing, editing, curating, publishing, podcasting, etc.) and the marketing required by each are all explored. Review how corporations use professional writers and what tools and skills are required in big companies. A comprehensive look at the modern writing career.