5 Professional Opportunities at Columbia Journalism School to Sharpen Reporting and Multimedia Skills
Courses and programs designed for journalists to build investigative, visual and leadership skills.
Book Workshop
This multi-part course helps narrative nonfiction writers transform a book idea into a fully realized proposal. Taught by Professor Emeritus Samuel G. Freedman, the workshop begins and ends with three-day residencies on campus and includes virtual meetings and one-on-one edits between sessions. Participants leave with a complete, agent-ready proposal and deeper knowledge of the publishing landscape.
Turn your nonfiction book idea into a proposal that gets noticed.
Sulzberger Executive Leadership Program
Designed for senior media professionals, this executive program focuses on leadership skills, innovation and strategic thinking in a rapidly evolving news industry. Participants engage in workshops, case studies and discussions to strengthen their capacity to lead organizations through change.
Take your leadership to the next level.
Columbia Publishing Course
A six-week immersive program offering hands-on training in book, magazine and digital publishing. The course covers editorial processes, marketing and the business side of publishing, preparing students for careers in media production and content strategy.
Turn a passion for publishing into a career with this program
Summer Investigative Reporting Course
Held over three weeks each July, this program trains journalists in investigative techniques, Freedom of Information Act requests, data journalism, interviewing and source development. Participants emerge with stronger skills for uncovering complex stories.
Explore the program
LEDE Program (Leadership in Digital Editorial Excellence)
A 10-week intensive offered each summer by CJS, LEDE is designed for journalists, researchers and storytellers looking to build practical skills in data analysis, coding and visual storytelling. No prior experience is required—participants learn tools like Python, SQL, APIs and data visualization from the ground up.
Build the data skills modern newsrooms demand
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