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What's going on with print journalism, anyway?Submitted by enygma on Thu, 01/10/2008 - 9:12pm.
I'm not into shameless plugs, but my latest piece is likely of interest to some of you. Clickity click click. I've been debating whether or not I even want to further pursue direct writing as a career. You don't go into it with expectations of fame, glory, or riches. Apparently "gumption" and strong shoes don't cut it anymore either. The local paper recently fired one of the greatest journalists I've ever known - honest, incredibly intelligent, and painfully eloquent (in a West Texas sort of way). I'm not a journalist - I never claimed to be, and it's not my first choice of vocations. I'd much rather be teaching freshman comp again in an under appreciated position in which people are frequently abused by the higher powers that be. But it's a writing gig and I can do it from home. And let's face it, "freelance writer" sure sounds cool, doesn't it? Well, I've never been much of a journalism kinda gal, but it pays the bills. You know, like two or less of them. This story's up there with my favorite assignments. Very cool chick. The most interesting aspect of doing this job is that you'll never get so many curious glances, so many people just itching to have an excuse to speak with you, as you do with a pen and pad in hand. I don't really like the attention. What will she do next? Dance, monkey, dance! You're not being an asshole - I know just what kinda BS goes along with the job. It's not my intention to do this gig forever. I'm a teacher, not a preacher yo. I'll try to get an update, but my editor ultimately decides the gigs. |
This is a great article - you should write an update when the mom returns.
As an ex-freelance writer, it does sound exciting, but it is definitely not all fun and freedom. But, every job has its ups and downs, and it's a hell of a lot better than some. I just realized that I am an asshole - I should not be dissuading you. Freelance writing is awesome.
I've been really wanting to get back into writing lately myself.