If your dream is to be established as a busy Fashion or Lifestyle writer or journalist, this training is created for you. Written and led by a diverse team of current Fashion and Lifestyle writers and journalists including Gemma Champ with two decades of experience in the UK and internationally across Conde Nast, Conde Nast Traveller, Harpers Bazaar, The New York Times, WGSN, Tom Ford and Victoria Beckham, this online creative writing course is in support of new talent, and our focus is your career success.
Overview
This training combines live masterclasses to help you find your voice through words. Designed to help aspiring writers define your style as you learn to create compelling beginnings and endings, and take on the challenges and joy of self discovering through writing. The course contains all you need to succeed in this exciting and competitive industry or to combine the skill within an existing business. You will gain a comprehensive understanding of the way the industry works, the techniques to write articles worth publishing, the dos and don’ts of pitching, and the hacks that will make you indispensable to editors. and be positioned a step ahead with influential contacts.
You will have exclusive access to experienced practising writers and journalists a they share their tips on how to succeed in challenging areas. Gain an insight into how you can use your newfound skills to move into other editorially led areas such as content – teaching you all you need to know to secure paid work as a writer.
The course has given me the confidence to take my next steps as a fashion blogger and influencer and I am excited to see what’s next for me. I had the wonderful opportunity to attend London Fashion Week on behalf of LCS.
Lizzi Richardson
I am 110% satisfied with this course and definitely happy to have chosen LCS for my learning! So much that I will continue with another LCS course soon
Elisa Longo
Is it right for you?
This training will teach you:
- How to write beautifully and powerfully
- The structure of an editorial publication
- The different roles in journalism and content
- Where to find stories
- How to interview
- How to get published
- How to create a personal brand as a journalist
- How to make writing a business
Learn skills to work in:
- Magazines and newspapers
- Trade publications
- Freelance journalism
- Fashion and Lifestyle blogging
- Social Media
- Commercial content
Topics
- Introduction to Fashion & Lifestyle Journalism
- Finding your Voice
- The Art of Writing and Interviewing
- Becoming a working Writer
- Pitching and securing Work
- The Business of Writing
Your course includes 6 hours of video content and a schedule of live and pre-recorded Masterclasses for deeper learning development.
You’ll be able to connect with your tutor and network with other learners, create you own personalised profile, join lively discussion groups, upload mini-challenges set throughout the training and share your achievements for tutor feedback. And you’ll receive final personalised feedback from an LCS industry leader, detailing your strengths and how you can improve in preparation for working in a professional capacity.
This course can also be combined with the How to Build an unforgettable brand with Social Media Online Diploma to develop your industry profile.
Success can be yours
Amazing things happen at LCS! We have trained many people like you through this training to become busy writers working with success.
This can be you too.This training can also be combined with Personal Styling Women’s, Fashion Styling and Personal Styling Men’s Online Diplomas to expand your skills and career potential.
Fees From
2023
£495 inclusive of VAT
LCS is delighted to offer applicants a personalised interest-free repayment plan. Simply choose “YES” when asked ‘Do you require finance?’ within your online application.
Pay with Knoma
You can split the course cost over up to 12 months with a 0% finance plan.
Are you eligible for a Knoma loan? To receive a loan from Knoma to help finance your studies, you must:
- Be 18+ and a UK Resident
- Have no adverse credit history (CCJs etc…)
- Be in employment (full-time, part-time, self-employed)
- Have enough disposable income after expenses to be able to service the loan payments.
To see how likely you are to be accepted for a Knoma loan, use the eligibility checker to find out in seconds.
Course Dates
2023
This training runs on the following dates:
Monday 11th September 2023, 6 weeks
Sign up now to secure your place on the course. Throughout the course, you will engage your tutor in a series of 6 live challenges, reviewed in a series of weekly masterclass. Weekly Masterclass for this course kick off a week after the course start date, running every Friday at 10:30am (GMT – London). There’s no issue if you miss one, all masterclasses are recorded, and you can engage with your group and tutor throughout the week.
Entry Requirements
This training is suitable for beginners taking you to an intermediate level and requires some coursework. You will need to have a competent understanding of spoken and written English (IELTS level 6 or equivalent).
You must be over 18 years old. The course assumes a moderate level of digital literacy including how to use web browsers, search engines, word processing software (e.g., Word, Pages) and engagement with social media platforms (e.g., Instagram, Pinterest). Access to a laptop or tablet is advised, although the course can also be accessed by smartphone.
Certification & Accreditation
This course qualifies you with two certificates. Your Diploma Certificate is awarded upon successful completion of study, and is accredited by the London College of Style. LCS is hereby accredited by British Accreditation Council. This diploma has been independently accredited by the CPD Certificate Service, and as such will award you Continued Professional Development points which are recognising by industry employers. This awards you 30 hours of CPD training points upon completion. For more information on our accreditations and certifications, click here.
This training will teach you:
- How to write beautifully and powerfully
- The structure of an editorial publication
- The different roles in journalism and content
- Where to find stories
- How to interview
- How to get published
- How to create a personal brand as a journalist
- How to make writing a business
Learn skills to work in:
- Magazines and newspapers
- Trade publications
- Freelance journalism
- Fashion and Lifestyle blogging
- Social Media
- Commercial content
- Introduction to Fashion & Lifestyle Journalism
- Finding your Voice
- The Art of Writing and Interviewing
- Becoming a working Writer
- Pitching and securing Work
- The Business of Writing
Your course includes 6 hours of video content and a schedule of live and pre-recorded Masterclasses for deeper learning development.
You’ll be able to connect with your tutor and network with other learners, create you own personalised profile, join lively discussion groups, upload mini-challenges set throughout the training and share your achievements for tutor feedback. And you’ll receive final personalised feedback from an LCS industry leader, detailing your strengths and how you can improve in preparation for working in a professional capacity.
This course can also be combined with the How to Build an unforgettable brand with Social Media Online Diploma to develop your industry profile.
Success can be yours
Amazing things happen at LCS! We have trained many people like you through this training to become busy writers working with success.
This can be you too.This training can also be combined with Personal Styling Women’s, Fashion Styling and Personal Styling Men’s Online Diplomas to expand your skills and career potential.
2023
£495 inclusive of VAT
LCS is delighted to offer applicants a personalised interest-free repayment plan. Simply choose “YES” when asked ‘Do you require finance?’ within your online application.
Pay with Knoma
You can split the course cost over up to 12 months with a 0% finance plan.
Are you eligible for a Knoma loan? To receive a loan from Knoma to help finance your studies, you must:
- Be 18+ and a UK Resident
- Have no adverse credit history (CCJs etc…)
- Be in employment (full-time, part-time, self-employed)
- Have enough disposable income after expenses to be able to service the loan payments.
To see how likely you are to be accepted for a Knoma loan, use the eligibility checker to find out in seconds.
2023
This training runs on the following dates:
Monday 11th September 2023, 6 weeks
Sign up now to secure your place on the course. Throughout the course, you will engage your tutor in a series of 6 live challenges, reviewed in a series of weekly masterclass. Weekly Masterclass for this course kick off a week after the course start date, running every Friday at 10:30am (GMT – London). There’s no issue if you miss one, all masterclasses are recorded, and you can engage with your group and tutor throughout the week.
This training is suitable for beginners taking you to an intermediate level and requires some coursework. You will need to have a competent understanding of spoken and written English (IELTS level 6 or equivalent).
You must be over 18 years old. The course assumes a moderate level of digital literacy including how to use web browsers, search engines, word processing software (e.g., Word, Pages) and engagement with social media platforms (e.g., Instagram, Pinterest). Access to a laptop or tablet is advised, although the course can also be accessed by smartphone.
This course qualifies you with two certificates. Your Diploma Certificate is awarded upon successful completion of study, and is accredited by the London College of Style. LCS is hereby accredited by British Accreditation Council. This diploma has been independently accredited by the CPD Certificate Service, and as such will award you Continued Professional Development points which are recognising by industry employers. This awards you 30 hours of CPD training points upon completion. For more information on our accreditations and certifications, click here.
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