Loading…
2016 Chicago Writers Conference has ended
Saturday, September 24 • 9:00am - 9:50am
SS: Ask Me Anything - Q+A with a Veteran Freelance Writer
Breaking into freelance writing or scoring a byline in bigger (or better paying) outlets is possible with a little intel.
 
Come prepared with general and specific questions on freelance writing. Ever wondered how to negotiate better payment on pieces? Should I ask for a contract? And what rights do I sign away if I sign a contract with a Work for Hire clause? To whom you should direct a pitch in the first place?
 
Benefit from almost a decade of professional freelance writing experience as Megy dishes out answers to the most pressing questions on every freelancer’s mind.


Additional Fee Required. 
Purchase a Small Session slot at registration immediately before check out.

Speakers
avatar for Megy Karydes

Megy Karydes

Communications Consultant & Writer, Karydes Consulting
I work with sustainability-minded non-profit organizations as a writer and communications consultant. I also freelance write and my byline has appeared in outlets such as Chicago Tribune, USA Today, Midwest Living, Sierra, Chicago Health, The Atlantic's CityLab, National Geographic's... Read More →


Saturday September 24, 2016 9:00am - 9:50am CDT
Fountain Room 525 S. State St.