COM 314 - Feature Writing

4.00 credits.

This course focuses on the writing, editing, production and management skills in the magazine publishing industry. Skills needed to write as a freelance writer and staff writer in the magazine industry are developed. Story titles, openings, closings, structures, research and query letters are examined. The impact of new media on the traditional print magazine also is explored. The course culminates with the production of a mass circulation publication - The Jay Crew magazine. *Prerequisite(s): COM 211.