Description

With over 130 horse magazines published throughout North America, many freelance writers and photographers are discovering what appears to be an untapped market. Learning some simple journalism tools and techniques will open doors to the equine publishing market and keep editors asking for more. This course covers writing styles, how to write, research, editing and the steps necessary to be published, the art and science of photography, and ethics in the publishing industry.

This course is entirely online, so travel to the University of Guelph is NOT required.

NOTE: This course is an elective course in the Certificate in Equine Business Management program. For details about this program, please see the program website.

Designed For

Those interested in writing and photography in the equine industry
Writers interested in expanding into the equine industry
Graduates of our other programs; the Equine Science Certificate, the Certificate in Equine Business Management and Diploma in Equine Studies.

Course Topics

Introduction to the equine print media industry
Writing styles
How to write for the equine industry
Research
Editing
Queries
The business of writing
Ethics and code of conduct
The science of photography
The art of photography
The complete submission

Course Prerequisites

Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent,
or at least 18 years of age.

Required Materials Provided:

• Course materials.