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The Institute for Independent Journalists Presents
Sports and Fitness Journalism
Learn about reporting on sports and fitness, pitching effectively, and succeeding in a white, male-dominated field.
Key Takeaways
- What top sports and fitness editors are looking for in a pitch.
- How to stand out from other freelancers.
- How marginalized journalists can break into sports freelancing.
Who is this webinar for?
- Aimed at working journalists who have freelanced at least a little, or are already full-time freelancers interested in sports journalism.
Moderator
Christine Yu
Christine Yu is an award-winning journalist whose work focuses on the intersection of sports science and women athletes. Her writing has appeared in Outside, The Washington Post, Time, Runner’s World, and other publications. She lives in Brooklyn, New York.
Speaker
Monique LeBrun
Monique LeBrun is the associate health and fitness editor at Runner's World and Bicycling Magazine. She has five years of experience in the media industry. Monique received her master’s degree in journalism from Columbia University in 2019, and her bachelor’s degree in communication from Penn State University in 2016. With a focus on fitness and nutrition, Monique enjoys writing and editing content to help educate and advise runners and cyclists so they can reach their full potential. She’s previously worked for 1010 Wins, ABC's 7 on Your Side, and the New York Times Upfront Magazine.
Speaker
Alisa Hrustic
Alisa Hrustic joined SELF in September 2021 as Health Director before eventually becoming Executive Editor. She helped lead the launch of Conditionally, SELF’s first health conditions vertical. She currently manages the brand’s day-to-day content, spanning general health, wellness, food, and fitness, and oversees editorial packages and digital covers. She’s previously held positions at national publications like Women’s Health, Men’s Health, and Prevention, where she contributed to both print and digital content. She currently lives in Brooklyn but is a Midwesterner at heart, and is especially into birding right now.
The Institute for Independent Journalists
The Institute for Independent Journalists is an education, professional development, and mutual support organization for independent journalists, focusing on Black, Indigenous and people of color. Our mission is financial and emotional sustainability for independent journalists of color, through community learning, innovation and advocacy.
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