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.
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.
This month’s NASW Freelance Committee bizchat will feature a panel of creators from niche publications who will share how they started their news outlet, the challenges they faced, and how they are growing their readership. They will also share any opportunities for freelancers.
The NASW Freelance Committee virtual meetup on Feb. 5 will be an open networking social with small group discussions in breakout rooms.
The Institutional Communicators Committee invites all institutional communicators for an informal meetup to chat about our plans for the new year and connect over our shared goals and challenges. We’re excited to continue building this vital community in 2026; come say hello!
The NASW Freelance Committee has organized a special workshop to get 2026 off to a great start. Whether you are neurodiverse or not, this workshop will offer practical tips, which could help you as a freelancer—or help you interact more successfully with a loved one or coworker.
The NASW Freelance Committee virtual meetup on Dec. 4 will be a gathering to play games together. All current NASW members are invited. This social event is a great chance to hang out with familiar faces and new colleagues — while pondering the answers to science questions in small breakout groups. No expertise is needed.
All NASW members are cordially invited to our 2025 Annual Member Meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 22 at noon Eastern/9 a.m. Pacific.
Dawn Fallik, a journalism professor and freelance investigative reporter, will share practical tips on contract negotiation. She’ll offer examples of predatory terms to watch out for and examples of specific language you might consider.
