Freelancers Can Get On Track at Bootcamp May 15; $15 for Members

Finding work takes on new meaning for freelancers who must hustle for
gigs. Spots are still left for the Journalism Survival Bootcamp, a day-long career-oriented program from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, May 15.

The costs is $15 for National Press Club members, $65 for non-members. Non-members who attend and become Club members on or before the event can pay the member-rate and get their first month's dues free -- a value worth up to $130.

Speakers include American Independent Writers Executive Director Don Graul and Virginia-based freelancer and blogger Kristen King. Attendees will get tips on how to launch their freelance business and boost connections if they've already started.

Journalist-turned life coach Jackie Jones and networking expert Nancy Mitchell will discuss how to increase your potential and expand your contacts. Representatives from the State Department Federal Credit Union and Affinity Group Underwriters health insurance plans can help you learn about important NPC benefits.

View the agenda at http://www.press.org/training/profdev.cfm . To register: contact Nicole Nottingham at [email protected] or 202-662-7523.