Poynter teaching is more popular than ever. In 2018, every Poynter seminar sold out.
Individuals and newsrooms can guarantee a seat in some of Poynter’s 2019 in-person seminars — including bedrock programs like Leadership Academy and a new workshop for early-career reporters — and save 15 percent by enrolling and paying tuition by Dec. 1, 2018.
Newsrooms can reserve a seat and nominate a participant at a later date to take advantage of this limited-time offer, which will apply to the following programs:
Essential Skills for Rising Newsroom Leaders
April 7-12
If you’re an inexperienced manager just starting your new role or you’ve got managerial experience but have had little training, this weeklong seminar is for you. You will gain the tools and confidence to lead your team. More than 80 percent of participants in 2018 rated this workshop as "exceptional," and more than 90 percent reported that it was "at just the right level" for their needs.
Cost: $1,395 $1,185 until Dec. 1
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Poynter Producer Project
In-person April 12-14; Online March 26-April 30
The Poynter Producer Project helps newsrooms grow their own producers. We have decades of success stories — many of our graduates are now news directors, executive producers and network executives. This seminar is practical, affordable and we offer parts of it in live online sessions to make it fit newsroom schedules.
Cost: $499 $424 until Dec. 1
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Summit for Reporters and Editors in Multi-Platform Newsrooms
April 28-May 3
This intensive seminar will boost the skills of reporters and editors who seek greater impact in multi-platform newsrooms. Two tracks will help you dive more deeply into beat/enterprise reporting or editing, while large group sessions will explore common digital storytelling challenges.
Cost: $1,395 $1,185 until Dec. 1
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Teachapalooza: Front-Edge Teaching Tools for College Educators
June 7-9
Teachapalooza is the place to catch up, power up and reignite your passion for teaching. Join Poynter for three fast-paced days of relevant, cut-to-the-chase learning for journalism educators. Get up-to-date on the technology and trends that shape journalism and show you the latest ways educators are using innovation in their classrooms.
Cost: $299 $254 until Dec. 1
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TV Power Reporting Academy
In-person Sept. 27-29; Online Sept. 10-Oct. 8, 2019
Some of the biggest names in local and network television journalism are graduates from our TV Power Reporting Academy, including John Larson and Katie Couric. During this hybrid online and in-person training, you will get individual feedback on your work, hone your critical thinking and learn to find the stories that others miss. When you’re done, you’ll have a toolkit full of practical skills and a roadmap to move your career ahead.
Cost: $449 $381 until Dec. 1
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Poynter Leadership Academy
Oct. 6-11, 2019
Leadership Academy is Poynter’s premier seminar for high-potential managers. Each year, key managers from all over the world come to Poynter to become the leaders they aspire to be. This highly-interactive program offers participants the chance to refine their leadership styles, update their understanding of management and media trends, and receive personal coaching that will accelerate their effectiveness as leaders.
Cost: $1,595 $1,355 until Dec. 1
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NEW! Reporting Workshop for Rising Newsroom Stars
Oct. 13-16, 2019
Poynter’s new workshop is designed to mentor early-career journalists in a small-group setting to unlock their superstar potential. Participants will grow as investigators and storytellers, and learn how to better manage their personal brand and navigate their career. Applicants must be nominated by an editor—and should agree to stay in their current newsroom for at least a year.
Cost: $1,150 $977 until Dec. 1
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Essential Skills for Rising Newsroom Leaders
Nov. 10-15, 2019
This seminar for new managers is in high demand, prompting us to offer it twice a year. By participating, you will gain the tools and confidence to lead your team. You’ll receive personalized feedback — from your newsroom — about your strengths and challenges, and you’ll get help for leading your staff through the transition of becoming digital-first. This is the boost you need to excel in your new leadership role.
Cost: $1,395 $1,185 until Dec. 1
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The fine print
- If you or your nominee is not qualified for the intended session, we will identify a more appropriate training session or refund the tuition.
- There will be no refunds for newsrooms who commit and then cancel.
- This offer only applies the training listed above.
Poynter announced its 2019 teaching calendar last week, aiming to make it easier for leaders to factor professional development into next year’s budget planning process. See the full schedule.
