Course code: CSE-SM - call 0845 071 2801
Overview
Course duration: 1 day.
Many subs have been doing their job for years, but that is not to say they can't sharpen their old tricks and benefit from some new ones. This practical course aims to enliven even the most world-weary of sub-editors.
Is it right for me?
Sub-editors and chief subs with at least two years' experience.
What will I learn?
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Polish up skills by working on copy from your own publication and those of other delegates
- Benefit from practical exercises including headline and standfirst writing as well as subbing problem copy
- Deal with difficult writers and tackle technical copy
- Analyse your own publication with the help of the trainer and other delegates
- Devise an action plan to take back to the office
What will it cover?
Back to Basics
What we know we should be doing:
a group discussion which looks at problems relating to delegate's respective titles
Hone and Strengthen Subbing Skills
Making the most of news stories
Ensuring headlines, standfirsts and intros work hard (for features and news)
Maximising captions
Enlivening repetitive copy
Fine-tune Features
- Restructuring and rewriting
- Dealing with difficult writers
- Tackling technical copy
- Cutting to fit
Attention to Detail and Managing a Project
- The importance of watertight processes
- Effective subbing management
- Common problems and how to overcome them
- Developing a long-term strategy to maximise subbing skills