RJI Fellowships
5 reasons your freelance pitches are falling flat
Before complaining that editors ignore your pitch, check yourself.
How enhanced audience engagement helps sustain newsrooms
Incentivizing thoughtful, effortful engagement over skimming is an opportunity to repair and build trust with audiences.
Toolkit overview: Examples, tutorials, resources
Brainstorming the structure of the data sonification resource I’m building.
The importance of ads on article pages: Balancing revenue and reader experience
How strategic ad placements on news websites can support quality journalism without compromising user engagement.
How to onboard a freelance photojournalist
Utilize this onboarding template for photojournalists.
Recognizing and responding to shadow bans
Social media restrictions can render newsworthy reporting on controversial topics invisible.
Better teamwork through science
Dive into the science of team dynamics and discover practical tips for building stronger, more effective teams.
Breaking down the barriers to data sonification
How to get excited about this unique storytelling approach.
![Katherine Reynolds Lewis, Sylvia A. Harvey [SAH], Katherine Fraser, Shernay Williams and Megy Karydes at the IIJ’s 2024 workshop on the business of freelancing. Courtesy of Katherine Lewis](https://rjionline.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/09/lewisk24091002.jpg)
Embedding accountability in your freelance journalism practice
How a cohort and trusted colleagues can help you reach your goals faster.
From feedback to functionality
The innovative wireframe design that is redefining news consumption for our new site, and yours.