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THIS WEEK’S TL;DR: Build the foundation you need to succeed; last chance to launch your authorship career; check out our mental health reporting hub; get ready to lead with influence; new manager? focus on essential skills; celebrate our 50th; browse open jobs, & more.
The journey through Poynter begins in our library, a space where journalism's past and present intersect. Among historical portraits, well-worn books and, yes, that giant chickenhead, journalists work individually in communal tables and seats, embodying a spirit of shared independence.
This scene captures something increasingly rare in modern newsrooms: community and collaboration. While technology has streamlined workflows and virtual learning has democratized education, early-career journalists often lack what they need most — collaborative environments where coaching and learning happen naturally.
Is guidance the missing beat in your reporting? Poynter steps in where coaching stepped out.
“A lot of the best learning in journalism once came through osmosis,” said Kristen Hare, Poynter’s director of craft and local news. “I learned how to persist with difficult sources, how to turn a daily into a powerful narrative and how to navigate the newsroom all thanks to veteran journalists at my first job. In an era when so many of us work remotely, when there are fewer veterans with less time and more news than ever, we have to teach the building blocks of our industry with a lot more intention.”
For less than the cost of a professional conference, Poynter’s reimagined reporting toolbox gives you four weeks of essential instruction plus personalized support that will pay dividends throughout your career.
Your newsroom size or location don’t matter. If you are an early-career journalist, influencer or freelancer hungry for coaching and community, Poynter’s Building Blocks: Critical Skills for New Reporters delivers the newsroom mentorship you’ve only heard about. |
In-person training
June 10-12, 2025, St. Petersburg, Florida
$1,000 [Update]
Deadline tomorrow: In this workshop, journalists will master narrative non-fiction techniques, gain insights into the publishing world and build resilience for navigating rejections. Expert-led sessions will teach how to work with agents and help participants develop their own book proposals, with personalized guidance from experienced writers. Space is limited to maximize feedback, so apply by May 7, 2025. |
Online group seminar
September 10, 2025– October 1, 2025
$600
Learn how to “lead your leaders” in this virtual intensive for journalism managers handling big responsibilities without direct reports. From Sept. 10 to Oct. 1, you'll discover your dominant management tendencies, practice essential feedback strategies and connect with experienced industry leaders during exclusive AMAs. Join peers in a dedicated Slack channel for weekly challenges that reinforce your learning — all while building a valuable network of colleagues facing similar challenges. Apply by July 31, 2025.
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Online webinar
Free
Tune in to our brand new, comprehensive webinar that equips journalists, editors, producers and students with the tools to identify and approach vulnerable sources, master trauma-informed interviewing, and craft nuanced stories that portray mental health challenges with accuracy and dignity. The live webinar with Q&A opportunities is on Tuesday, May 20 at 1 p.m. Eastern. Can’t make it? Sign up to stream the replay.
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In-person training
December 1-5, 2025
$1,550
This dynamic, in-person, five-day workshop will focus on the critical skills that new managers need to help forge successful paths to leadership in journalism, media and technology. Understand how to delegate, onboard and manage up to lead a distributed team. Apply by October 3, 2025. |
Mark Mental Health Awareness Month
Poynter is present a vital new resource for journalists serious about covering mental health conditions with accuracy and dignity: a comprehensive, regularly updated resource center for mental health reporting, complete with articles, educators, a webinar and a self-directed course.
NABJ and Poynter: Celebrating 50 years, Leading the Way Forward
Celebrate the 50th anniversaries of the Poynter Institute and the National Association of Black Journalists through a free webinar tackling today’s challenges and identifying tomorrow’s opportunities. Sign up to tune in live on Wednesday, May 14 at 7 p.m. Eastern.
Immigration resources
Tip sheet and online self-directed course
Zita Arocha is a bilingual journalist, writer and educator who's offering her decades of expertise covering immigration to Poynter learners through her Immigration Matters tip sheets and Understanding U.S. Immigration from the Border to the Heartland, a free six-part, self-directed course.
Cost: Free.
Beat Academy: Polarized America
Webinar series
Poynter’s Beat Academy offers deeper understanding of polarization in America and Christian nationalism to empower newsrooms to foster accurate reporting and inspire meaningful dialogue. Originally broadcast Feb. 20 and 27, 2025.
Cost: $15. Enroll now.
Beat Academy: Immigration (2025)
Online webinar
This comprehensive immigration webinar provides practical insights from experienced reporters and policy experts on covering immigration policy under the Trump administration with accuracy and depth. This training was originally broadcast on March 27.
Cost: $15. Enroll now.
Poynter ACES Certificates in Editing
Self-directed online courses
Our Introductory Certificate helps you achieve greater communication clarity and learn how to embrace accuracy and verification.
Cost: $150 or $99 for ACES members.
The Intermediate Certificate goes deeper into topics like grammar, working with writers, ethics, law and tech.
Cost: $250 or $175 for ACES members.
The Advanced Certificate engages participants in the most advanced facets of editing. Delve deeper into AI, developmental editing, developing style guides and building trust and career resilience.
Cost: $650 or $500 for ACES members. |
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