The Upskilling Series: Interactive Storytelling
The first installment of The Upskilling Series, "Interactive Storytelling: Immersive multimedia, data visualizations, and exploratory maps," will feature experts in digital storytelling.
Past events
So, you want to start a podcast for your institution…
In this virtual skills chat, we will hear from Sarah Sharman and Chris Powell, the hosts of HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology’s Tiny Expeditions podcast. Now in their seventh season, they will share what they’ve learned along the way, including practical tips for launching a science podcast under real-world resource constraints.
Virtual business chat: Small business insurance 101
The NASW Freelance Committee virtual meetup on July 2 will be a business chat on business insurance. Speaker Jonathan Gray of the Freelancers Union will explain the different types of business insurance, their pros and cons, how to find insurance providers, and other practical tips. And we’ll allow plenty of time for him to answer your questions.
Virtual skills chat: How to let a client go
Landing clients gets all the hype, but not every client is meant to stay in your business forever—that’s just a sign of growth and a sign of being a smart business owner. The NASW Freelance Committee virtual meetup on June 4 will be a skills chat on when you might consider letting a client go and examples of how to do it.
Joint event: The shifting landscape of science communication ethics
Science writers and editors are facing a rapidly shifting professional landscape, shaped by political pressures, evolving industry norms, and the growing influence of artificial intelligence. In this one-hour webinar, panelists representing freelance writing, academia, and journalism will discuss how science communicators can approach their work ethically in a time of change.
ScienceWriters Spotlight: Making metrics matter for science communications
Clicks, likes and impressions tell only part of the story. So how can science communicators measure the real impact of their work? Join us for this webinar from NASW’s Institutional Communicators Committee as we explore how university comms staff are developing more meaningful ways to evaluate science and research communications.
Virtual freelancer meetup: Networking social
The NASW Freelance Committee virtual meetup on May 7 will be an open networking social with small group discussions in breakout rooms. Hang out with familiar faces and new colleagues to commiserate, connect, and collaborate!
Virtual networking social: Pitch swap
The NASW Freelance Committee invites you to a virtual pitch swap. Please bring your fully-fleshed out, half-baked, or just-a-thought-in-the-wind pitches to share and receive casual feedback, and be ready to offer helpful critiques to others.
Capturing the most from interviews with PIs
Getting time with busy scientists at your institution can be challenging, so it’s important to capture the most from interviews when they happen. During this NASW session, Gary Werner – science writer and senior media relations officer at Arizona State University – shares advice from his experience.