The essentials of magazine publishing
2021-10-18 08:00 - 2021-11-12 12:00 (America/Denver)
Are you thinking of creating or relaunching a magazine? You probably have lots of questions about where to start, how to build an audience, what’s the best format to use, and how to support the magazine financially. During this four-week course, Lou Ann Sabatier, principal of Sabatier Consulting and popular conference speaker, will introduce the essential business principles needed to publish a magazine.
You’ll emerge from the course with a working knowledge of how to launch or relaunch a magazine, and you’ll gain an understanding of publishing processes and terminology, learn proven techniques and tools for your publishing operation, and sharpen your skills through class assignments and instructor feedback.
Course topics include:

Week 1: Four key parts of your business strategy
Week 2: Creating relevant content
Week 3: Finding readers for your publication
Week 4: Funding and sustaining your publication

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ScheduleSystem requirementsRegistration and feesSchedule
The schedule is flexible in order to meet the needs of each student. The only scheduled events are the weekly one-hour live sessions. If you are unable to attend live, you may watch a recording, which is available online anytime. The live sessions will be held on Mondays at 11:00 am EDT.
Course requirements
Background reading: TBD
Live session: Attend a one-hour online live session with the instructor. All sessions are recorded. The recordings are available 24/7 within a few hours of the live event.
Forum discussion: Participate in the class forum by making comments and asking questions throughout the week.
Homework assignment: Complete and return the homework assignment by Friday each week.
Time required to complete coursework: Approximately five hours each week
System requirements
MTI website
Class instructions and forums are available via this website in the MTIOnline free learning center. You may signup for a free membership at any time.
ClickMeeting
The online course live sessions are delivered via ClickMeeting. Each live session includes video and audio. You are not required to dial in by phone or download and install any software in order to attend the meeting. ClickMeeting provides the following system requirements in order to get the best experience from the workshop:

Registration and fees
Course fee: $75 (Financial assistance may be available. Please contact MTI.)
Payment options: Credit card via PayPal
Registration: Please register online by October 11, 2021. Accepted registrants will be notified and given further instructions.
Class size: Up to 20 students
If you would like to participate in the course, but have no way of transferring funds over the Internet, please contact MTI to discuss other options.

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From Adobe to Affinity: Benefits of transitioning to a new design software
2021-11-11 08:00 - 09:00 (America/Denver)
Have you ever considered changing the design software you use for your publication? It can be intimidating. Discover the pros and cons of switching from Adobe Creative Suite to Affinity, and how making the change could benefit your magazine.
In this free online workshop, James Njoroge, a designer and caricature artist based in Nairobi, Kenya, will walk you through some demonstrations and a comparison of Adobe and Affinity.
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Scripting short videos
2022-01-20 09:00 - 10:00 (America/Denver)
In a world where we increasingly communicate through visual images, it is important to be able to express your message and your story, through film. Discover how to choose the best story to adapt, how to structure that story as a film, and how to write a script or storyboard.
In this free online workshop, Nancy Sawyer Schraeder, the lead instructor for Empower Women Media and the creative director of 2021’s Religious Freedom Film Competition, will walk you through the process of turning a story into a short film script. Register now Don’t miss it! Check the system requirements now. On-demand workshops: Did you miss a live workshop? Visit our resource center and watch it now!
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Leading from a distance: Strategies to build virtual teams that work
2022-03-14 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Denver)
What are the key skills needed to lead a virtual team and support the success of your publication? Discover effective leadership styles for virtual teams, the importance of practicing authentic leadership, and the art of virtual coaching. You can develop a strong team dynamic and overcome the challenges of the virtual environment.

In this free online workshop, Melody Rawlings, director of the Center for the Advancement of Virtual Organizations (CAVO) at Northcentral University, will share strategies to overcome the challenges and maximize virtual team performance. Register nowDon’t miss it! Check the system requirements now.

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Putting it all together
2022-05-02 08:00 - 2022-05-27 09:00 (America/Denver)
How do you put the pieces of magazine publishing together? An appealing, professional, and comprehensive magazine requires keen oversight and a committed team–whether online or in print. During this four-week course, Dr. Charles W. Christian, multimedia journalist, columnist, and news anchor and former managing editor of Holiness Today and Grace & Peace magazines, will provide an overview of the process of magazine assembly and editing.

Discover how to cast the vision and build the brand of your magazine. Learn how to work within a budget to determine your personnel needs and fine-tune your editing and distribution process. Charles will also address the special issues related to organizational structure and audience needs for editors publishing a denominational or organization-based magazine.

Course topics include:

Week 1: Vision and branding of the magazineWeek 2: Working within a budget to determine personnel (editorial team, designers, distribution, etc.)Week 3: The editing and distribution processWeek 4: Special issues related to supervision and audience

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ScheduleSystem requirementsRegistration and feesSchedule

Schedule

The schedule is flexible in order to meet the needs of each student. The only scheduled events are the weekly one-hour live sessions. If you are unable to attend live, you may watch a recording, which is available online anytime. The live sessions will be held on Mondays at 11:00 am EDT.

Course requirements

Background reading: Manual units and e-booksLive session: Attend a one-hour online live session with the instructor. All sessions are recorded. The recordings are available 24/7 within a few hours of the live event.Forum discussion: Participate in the class forum by making comments and asking questions throughout the week.Homework assignment: Complete and return the homework assignment by Friday each week.Time required to complete coursework: Approximately five hours each week

System requirements

MTI website: Class instructions and forums are available via this website in the MTIOnline free learning center. You may signup for a free membership at any time.ClickMeeting: The online course live sessions are delivered via ClickMeeting. Each live session includes video and audio. You are not required to dial in by phone or download and install any software in order to attend the meeting. ClickMeeting provides the following system requirements in order to get the best experience from the workshop:

Registration and fees

Course fee: $75 (Financial assistance may be available. Please contact MTI.)Payment options: Credit card via PayPal (If you would like to participate in the course, but have no way of transferring funds over the Internet, please contact MTI to discuss other options.)Registration: Please register online by April 15, 2021. Accepted registrants will be notified and given further instructions.Class size: Up to 20 students

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Build a strong brand: Establish your brand identity in print and digital
2022-05-25 07:00 - 08:00 (America/Denver)
What sets your magazine apart from the crowd? Discover the concept of brand identity, and how to leverage the unique personality of your brand to improve engagement with readers. Consider real-world examples from Christianity Today and other well-known publishers.

In this free online workshop, Jacob Walsh, vice president and publisher of Christianity Today magazine, will provide practical resources for evaluating and improving your brand. Register nowDon’t miss it! Check the system requirements now.

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Crisis Publishing Initiative Conference
2022-06-26 14:30 - 2022-06-29 21:00 (America/Chicago)
Join Christian journalists, editors, publishers, broadcasters, and bloggers from around the world in Chicago as we gather June 26-29, 2022, to share experience and learn how to faithfully, skillfully, and safely cover the multiple crises affecting every nation on earth today. The Crisis Publishing Initiative conference will provide the knowledge, skills, and resources you need in order to research, report, and publish responsibly in crisis situations. Learn more
A one-day workshop following the Crisis Publishing Initiative conference will focus on using digital means to communicate before, during, and after crises. Learn more about the Digital Journalist Workshop.

The conference is organized by Magazine Training International in partnership with the Evangelical Press Association in cooperation with Christianity Today, the Humanitarian Disaster Institute, and Tyndale Foundation.

Visit the conference website for more information.
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Digital Journalism Workshop
2022-06-30 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago)
A one-day workshop following the Crisis Publishing Initiative conference will focus on using digital means to communicate before, during, and after crises. The digital journalist will learn which social media platforms are used by which countries in order to communicate quickly, accurately, and reliably. You’ll learn how to use digital storytelling to communicate news and feature stories. And you’ll discover how to use the various social media and how to get the best response to your stories.
Visit the conference website for more information.
Register LocationScheduleCostLocation The conference will be held at The Conference Center at the University of St. Mary of the Lake in Mundelein, Illinois, a suburb of Chicago. Schedule
08:00-09:00 Registration
09:00-10:00 Session
10:15-11:15 Session
11:15-11:45 Coffee break
11:45-12:45 Session
13:00-14:00 Lunch break
14:00-15:00 Session
15:00-15:30 Coffee break
15:30-16:30 Session
Cost
Total cost of Digital Journalism Workshop
Commuter: $50
Resident Single Room: $160
Resident Double Room: $147 (per person)
Commuters: Lunch is included in the registration price.
Residents: The registration includes overnight accommodations Thursday night, lunch and supper on Thursday, and breakfast on Friday.
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Finding common ground with skeptics
2022-07-27 08:00 - 09:00 (America/Denver)
It’s a crucial lesson, and I’m glad I learned it early on. When communicating with skeptics, start by agreeing where you can. You’ll get many more to listen. Discover inspiring stories and practical principles for building bridges to connect with those who disagree with you.
In this free online workshop, Rusty Wright, an award-winning author, lecturer, journalist and syndicated columnist, will discuss ideas to help publishers and writers fashion resources to reach nonbelievers and to coach believing readers in outreach to skeptics.
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Strengthening the story: Feature editing to make your stories shine
2022-09-12 12:30 - 13:30 (America/Denver)
The writer has turned in a long story—and there are problems. What is an editor to do? How can you improve the article while maintaining the writer’s voice? Discover how to effectively edit long-form stories, creating clarity, cutting clutter, and ensuring the copy is compelling from start to finish. You’ll learn how to evaluate what works, what’s missing, and identify structural problems with the story.
In this free online workshop, Kristy Glaspie, editor-in-chief of World Vision magazine and World Vision News & Stories, will discuss effective ways you can work with the writer to ensure they feel affirmed, empowered, and encouraged in the editing process. Join us as we explore how to make your stories shine.
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Write powerful stories
2022-09-19 09:30 - 2022-10-14 17:00 (America/Denver)
Stories speak to the hearts of your readers allowing them to experience first-hand the way God can change a life. During this four-week course, Anne Marie Winz, a writer and instructor with Cru, will provide an overview of how to write powerful stories.

Discover how to reach into the hearts of your readers and write with confidence so that your message will be clear and powerful. A well-written article helps the reader to understand and stay interested through setting, article focus and organization, conflict, and skilled self-editing.

Course topics include:

Week 1: Collect the information that will put your readers on locationWeek 2: Focus and organize your material around one main ideaWeek 3: Discover how conflict adds interestWeek 4: Use self-editing tips to improve your prose

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ScheduleSystem requirementsRegistration and feesSchedule

Schedule

The schedule is flexible in order to meet the needs of each student. The only scheduled events are the weekly one-hour live sessions. If you are unable to attend live, you may watch a recording, which is available online anytime. The live sessions will be held on Mondays at 11:30 am EDT.

Course requirements

Background reading: Manual units and e-booksLive session: Attend a one-hour online live session with the instructor. All sessions are recorded. The recordings are available 24/7 within a few hours of the live event.Forum discussion: Participate in the class forum by making comments and asking questions throughout the week.Homework assignment: Complete and return the homework assignment by Friday each week.Time required to complete coursework: Approximately five hours each week.

System requirements

MTI website: Class instructions and forums are available via this website in the MTIOnline free learning center. You may signup for a free membership at any time.ClickMeeting: The online course live sessions are delivered via ClickMeeting. Each live session includes video and audio. You are not required to dial in by phone or download and install any software in order to attend the meeting. ClickMeeting provides the following system requirements in order to get the best experience from the workshop:

Registration and fees

Course fee: $75 (Financial assistance may be available. Please contact MTI.)Payment options: Credit card via PayPal (If you would like to participate in the course, but have no way of transferring funds over the Internet, please contact MTI to discuss other options.)Registration: Please register online by September 12, 2022. Accepted registrants will be notified and given further instructions.Class size: Up to 20 students

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Introduction à la publication d’un magazine
2022-11-13 00:00 - 2022-11-17 23:59 (Africa/Accra)
Rejoignez Magazine Training International dans notre suite du programme MTI en Afrique avec une conférence au Ghana en novembre 2022 ! Découvrez les étapes essentielles pour réussir l’édition de magazines grâce au nouveau cours d’Introduction à la publication d’un magazine. Ne manquez pas cette occasion d’apprendre des professionnels de l’édition chrétienne hautement respectés. Lire les descriptions des sessions
Le cours d’Introduction à la publication d’un magazine de cinq jours couvrira les trois principaux domaines de l’édition de magazines : la rédaction, la gestion et la conception graphique. Le cours aura lieu en novembre à Ghana, et sera animé par une équipe internationale de six formateurs. Amenez votre personnel et permettez à chacune et à chacun d’apprendre les techniques nécessaires pour bien travailler en tant qu’éditeur, rédacteur ou graphiste au profit du magazine. En équipe, vous apprendrez comment les personnes exerçant ces différents rôles travaillent ensemble pour créer un plan de publication efficace pour réaliser un magazine influent. Voir la plaquette
Un autre avantage clé du programme est la possibilité de rencontrer d’autres participants, de partager les victoires et les craintes et d’apprendre les uns des autres. Les chrétiens travaillant dans l’édition de magazines éparpillés dans toute l’Afrique se sentent souvent isolés et peuvent se décourager. Une conférence comme celle-ci offre de l’encouragement et un renouvellement.
Le cours sera offert en anglais avec interprétation simultanée en français.
En plus de cet atelier, il y aura un atelier pratique de lancement d’un magazine d’un jour.
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Pour vous inscrire hors ligne, veuillez télécharger et compléter ce formulaire et l’envoyer par e-mail à kwilcox@magazinetraining.com.
FormateursThèmes traités dans les séancesEmplacementProgrammeCoûtFormateurs

James Njoroge est concepteur graphique et caricaturiste de scène, basé à Nairobi, au Kenya. Depuis 2013, il s’occupe de la conception graphique de Timazi, un magazine chrétien pour lycéens. Il a également conçu et illustré diverses publications, notamment : « The African Illustrated Bible » « Manure Fresh Anthology » « Lil’ Kanji and the Falling Sun » et « Who Dropped the Cake ». Il a reçu une licence en beaux-arts de l’Université Kenyatta en 2012. James est diplômé du cours Design for Magazines de MTI au Kenya.
Esther Nyaga est directrice de publication de Publishing Institute of Africa (PIA), une organisation ayant son siège à Nairobi et se spécialisant dans l’édition commerciale, professionnelle et pédagogique. Elle est également rédactrice du magazine Leadership Today Africaet a rédigé divers ouvrages sur la prière, la planification stratégique et d’autres thèmes. Esther a animé un atelier sur l’écriture à Nairobi et a fait partie du comité d’organisation de LittWorld 2012. Elle est doctorante en leadership et gouvernance à l’Université d’agriculture et de technologie Jomo Kenyatta. Elle a obtenu une maîtrise en leadership de PAC University et une licence en marketing de l’Université de Nairobi. Esther est diplômée du cours sur l’édition de magazines de MTI à Nairobi.
Jeremy Weber est le directeur de CT Global, ou il dirige une équipe de journalistes pour produire le contenu international et multilingue de CT (dont plus de 1 500 traductions dans 10 langues, atteignant 3 millions de lecteurs depuis mars 2020). Basé à Chicago, Jeremy a visité 40 pays et a reçu la première place des prix de reportage de l’Evangelical Press Association et des laïcs Religion News Association. L’American Academy of Religion l’a décrit comme l’un des six journalistes religieux les plus influents aux États-Unis en 2018. Il est diplômé du Wheaton College et travaille à CT depuis 14 ans. Lui et sa femme Carolin sont des danseurs passionnés de tango argentin et réussissent à amener progressivement leurs jeunes enfants à suivre leurs traces.
Francis Ayieko est fondateur et éditeur du journal chrétien mensuel The Shepherd, qu’il a lancé en 2005 et dont le siège se trouve à Nairobi. Chez The Shepherd, il dirige l’ensemble de son équipe et veille à la santé financière de l’organisation. Il est également rédacteur en chef à The Standard Group, où il est rédacteur de Home and Away, un volet immobilier hebdomadaire et Hash tag, un supplément hebdomadaire détachable sur l’éducation. Avant de rejoindre Standard, il a travaillé pendant huit ans en tant qu’écrivain chez Nation Media Group, la plus grande maison de presse du Kenya. Avant de lancer le journal The Shepherd, il a été rédacteur de l’End Time News, un journal mensuel chrétien, désormais disparu, publié par la Redeemed Gospel Church de Nairobi. Francis a obtenu une licence en économie foncière de l’Université de Nairobi. Il est membre (2012) du World Journalism Institute et de l’Union des journalistes du Kenya.
David Renard a plus de 25 ans d’expérience en stratégie internationale, gestion de produits, marketing, analyse et conseils principalement dans le domaine numérique et des médias. Il est partenaire de mediaIDEAS, un cabinet international de conseils fournissant des recherches et des conseils sur l’avenir technologique de l’industrie de l’édition. David a lancé de nouvelles entreprises dans le secteur des magazines et de la technologie et a conseillé des multinationales (par exemple : Gartner, Reliance Games, Random House, Conde Nast) ainsi que des entreprises en démarrage sur la stratégie d’entreprise, l’analyse de performances et la veille d’affaires, la tarification, le marketing numérique et social ainsi que le développement des lectorats. Il est diplômé de la School of Foreign Service de l’Université Georgetown. Au cours des sept dernières années, il a enseigné de nombreux cours sur la publication imprimée et numérique aux États-Unis, en Inde et en Afrique pour MTI.
Lea Greene est une graphiste primée de la banlieue de New York. Elle est actuellement gestionnaire de contenu de publication et graphiste pour le magazine de l’Armée du Salut pour le territoire oriental, SACONNECTS, qui raconte les histoires du ministère de l’Armée du Salut à travers le territoire. Titulaire d’une licence en Beaux-Arts de l’École des arts visuels en 2004, elle a travaillé sur plusieurs types de publications, notamment Home Furnishing News, une publication entre entreprises ; Current Health et Science Spin ; et des publications éducatives avec Weekly Reader. En plus, Lea a travaillé avec des élèves du secondaire dans la création et la conception graphique de leurs annuaires scolaires, les guidant sur les techniques de conception et la création de contenu.
Thèmes traités dans les séances
Rédaction, conception graphique et gestion – des compétences dans tous ces domaines sont essentielles au succès de votre magazine. Dans le cours d’Introduction à l’édition de magazines, vous apprendrez comment chaque discipline influence et collabore avec les autres. Et vous acquerrez les outils dont vous avez besoin pour lancer avec succès un magazine ou mettre à jour votre processus pour une publication plus efficace et influente.
Qui devrait participer
Les chrétiens faisant partie du personnel d’un magazine ou travaillant de façon indépendante, en particulier les rédacteurs, graphistes et éditeurs chrétiens.
Emplacement
La conférence se tiendra au Centre des femmes presbytériennes à Accra, au Ghana.
Programme
Le cours commencera par l’inscription en début d’après-midi le dimanche 13 novembre. Une réception sera suivie de la première session en fin d’après-midi. Le dîner sera suivi de la deuxième session. Les sessions dureront toute la journée le lundi et le mardi, une demi-journée le mercredi et une demi-journée le jeudi et se termineront par un banquet à midi et une cérémonie de remise des diplômes le jeudi. Des sessions supplémentaires facultatives seront proposées en soirée. Cliquez ici pour le programme complet.
Coût
Frais de conférence
Frais d’inscription à la conférence sur place : 1150 GHS
Inclus : la réception d’ouverture et le dîner, les déjeuners du lundi au mercredi, le banquet du jeudi, les pauses café, un manuel, des ressources supplémentaires et la formation dispensée par une équipe de haut niveau composée de six professionnels de l’édition expérimentés.
Hébergement et repas
Les participants peuvent choisir de faire la navette chaque jour ou de rester sur le campus du centre de conférence. L’hébergement comprend le petit-déjeuner et le dîner.

185 GHS par jour pour une chambre partagée avec climatisation.
160 GHS par jour pour une chambre partagée avec un ventilateur (pas de climatisation).

Bien que les chambres doivent être réservées à l’avance, le coût de l’hébergement peut être payé à l’arrivée. Le nombre de chambres est limité. Les personnes qui préfèrent une chambre individuelle se verront attribuer une chambre individuelle si des chambres se libèrent. Les chambres individuelles coûtent un supplément de 75-100 GHS par jour.
Transport
Vous devrez payer votre billet d’avion / transport séparément.
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Introduction to magazine publishing course
2022-11-13 00:00 - 2022-11-17 23:59 (Africa/Accra)
Join Magazine Training International as we continue the MTI in Africa program with a conference in Ghana in November 2022! Learn the essential steps for successful magazine publishing with the Introduction to Magazine Publishing Course. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from highly respected Christian publishing professionals. Read the course and session descriptions.
The four-day Introduction to Magazine Publishing Course will cover the three main areas of magazine publishing: magazine editing, management, and design. An international team of six trainers will teach the course. Bring your staff and allow everyone to learn the skills necessary to work well as a publisher, editor, or designer. As a team, you will learn how to work together to create an effective publishing plan in order to produce an influential magazine. Download the brochure.
You will meet other Christians in publishing, share victories and fears, and learn from one another. Christians working in magazine publishing scattered throughout Africa often feel isolated and may become discouraged. A conference like this offers encouragement and renewal.
Following this course, is a one-day Hands-on Workshop.
The course will be offered in English with simultaneous interpretation into French.
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To register off-line, please download and complete this form and email it to kwilcox@magazinetraining.com

TrainersWhat you'll learnLocationScheduleCostTrainers
James Njoroge is a designer and caricature artist based in Nairobi, Kenya. Since 2013 he has served as art director of Timazi, a Christian magazine for high school students. He also designed and illustrated publications including: The African Illustrated Bible, Manure Fresh Anthology, Lil ‘Kanji and the Falling Sun, and Life Goes Round. He received a B.A. in Fine Arts from Kenyatta University in 2012. James graduated from MTI’s Design for Magazines course in Kenya, and served as a trainer for MTI’s Introduction to Magazine Publishing course in Côte d’Ivoire in 2019.
Esther Nyaga is publishing manager of Publishing Institute of Africa (PIA) a Nairobi-based organization specializing in trade, professional, and educational publishing. She has served as the editor of Leadership Today Africa magazine and has edited books on Christian living, strategic planning, and other topics. Esther facilitated a writing workshop in Nairobi and was on the LittWorld 2012 organizing committee. She is a leadership and governance doctoral student at Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology. She earned an M.A. in leadership from PAC University and a B. Comm. in marketing from the University of Nairobi. Esther is a graduate of MTI’s Editing the Magazine course in Nairobi, and served as a trainer for MTI’s Introduction to Magazine Publishing course in Côte d’Ivoire in 2019.

Jeremy Weber is director of CT Global, managing a team of journalists to produce Christianity Today’s international and multilingual content (including 1,500+ translations across 10 languages, reaching 3 million readers since March 2020). Based in Chicago, Jeremy has visited 40 countries and received 1st place reporting awards from both the Evangelical Press Association and the secular Religion News Association. The American Academy of Religion described him as one of the six most influential religion journalists in the US in 2018. He graduated from Wheaton College and has worked at CT for 14 years. He and his wife Carolin are avid Argentine tango dancers and are making progress at having their young kids follow in their footsteps.
Francis Ayieko is founder and publisher of The Shepherd, a monthly Nairobi-based Christian newspaper he launched in 2005. At The Shepherd, he provides overall leadership for his team and ensures the financial health of the organization. He also serves as an editor with The Standard Group. Prior to joining Standard, he worked for eight years as a writer with the Nation Media Group. Before launching The Shepherd newspaper, he edited the now defunct End Time News, a monthly Christian newspaper that was published by Nairobi-based Redeemed Gospel Church. Francis earned a B.A. from the University of Nairobi in land economics. He is a 2012 World Journalism Institute fellow and is a member of the Kenya Union of Journalists. He is a 2019 Sinapis Entrepreneur Academy graduate. Francis graduated from MTI’s Business of Magazine Publishing course in Kenya in 2018, and served as a trainer for MTI’s Introduction to Magazine Publishing course in Côte d’Ivoire in 2019.
David Renard is a partner with mediaIDEAS, a global consultancy providing research and advice on the publishing industry’s technology-enabled future. He founded and built Netcirculation, the largest nationwide distribution network for high-end boutique fashion, art, photography, and design titles. And, he co-created Stare, a publishing and advertising agency. He also spearheaded a new European subsidiary that developed research-driven decision support tools, which he grew into a multi-million dollar business. In demand worldwide as a speaker on digital publishing, he also taught a digital publishing seminar for Magazine Training International in India in 2012, and in the U.S. in 2015.
Lea Greene is an award-winning graphic designer from the suburbs of New York City. She is currently the publication content manager and designer for The Salvation Army Eastern Territory’s magazine, SACONNECTS, which tells the stories of The Salvation Army’s ministry throughout the territory. A BFA graduate of the School of Visual Arts in 2004, she has worked on multiple types of publications, including Home Furnishing News, a business-to-business publication; Current Health and Science Spin; and educational publications with Weekly Reader. Additionally, Lea has worked with high school students in creating and designing their high school yearbooks, guiding them on design techniques and content creation.
What you'll learn
Editing, design, and management—skills in all of these areas are essential to the success of your magazine. In the Introduction to Magazine Publishing course, you will learn how each discipline influences and collaborates with others. And you’ll gain the tools you need to successfully launch a magazine or update your process for more effective and influential publication.
Who should attend
Christians on staff with a magazine or who consistently freelance, specifically Christian editors, designers, and publishers.
Location
The course will be held at the Presbyterian Women’s Centre in Accra, Ghana.
Schedule
The course will begin with registration in the early afternoon on Sunday, Nov. 13. A reception will be followed by the first session in the late afternoon. Supper will be followed by the second session. Sessions will be all day Monday and Tuesday, half a day on Wednesday and half a day on Thursday and will end with a noon banquet and graduation ceremony on Thursday. Extra optional evening sessions will be offered throughout. Click here for the full schedule.
Cost
Tuition
On-site Conference tuition: GHS 1150
Includes: opening reception and supper, lunches Monday-Wednesday, a banquet on Thursday, coffee breaks, a textbook, additional resources, and training from a top-notch team of six experienced publishing professionals.
Lodging and meals
Participants may choose to commute each day or stay on the conference center campus. Accommodations include breakfast and supper.

GHS 185 per day for a shared room with AC
GHS 160 per day for a shared room with a fan (no AC)

Although rooms must be reserved in advance, the cost of accommodations may be paid on arrival. The number of rooms is limited. Those who would prefer a single room will be assigned a single room if more rooms become available. Single rooms cost an extra GHS 75-100 per day.
Transportation
You will need to purchase your flight/transportation separately.
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Atelier pratique
2022-11-18 00:00 - 23:59 (Africa/Accra)
Il s’agit d’un atelier pratique d’une journée, à participation limitée, destiné aux participants au cours d‘Introduction à la publication d’un magazines qui prévoient de lancer ou de relancer un magazine. Les formateurs du cours d’introduction à la publication de magazines parleront des étapes pratiques du lancement d’un magazine et travailleront ensuite avec les participants pour les aider à élaborer des plans spécifiques pour le lancement ou le redémarrage de leur magazine.
L’inscription est limitée à 10 magazines à l’état de projet ou déjà existants, avec jusqu’à trois employés ou bénévoles chacun. L’inscription se fait sur la base du premier arrivé, premier servi. Tous les participants doivent avoir participé au cours d’Introduction à la publication d’un magazine précédant l’atelier.
En plus de cet atelier, il y aura cinq jours de cours d‘Introduction à la publication d’un magazine.
Le cours sera offert en anglais avec interprétation simultanée en français.Appliquer maintenant
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James Njoroge est concepteur graphique et caricaturiste de scène, basé à Nairobi, au Kenya. Depuis 2013, il s’occupe de la conception graphique de Timazi, un magazine chrétien pour lycéens. Il a également conçu et illustré diverses publications, notamment : « The African Illustrated Bible » « Manure Fresh Anthology » « Lil’ Kanji and the Falling Sun » et « Who Dropped the Cake ». Il a reçu une licence en beaux-arts de l’Université Kenyatta en 2012. James est diplômé du cours Design for Magazines de MTI au Kenya.
Esther Nyaga est directrice de publication de Publishing Institute of Africa (PIA), une organisation ayant son siège à Nairobi et se spécialisant dans l’édition commerciale, professionnelle et pédagogique. Elle est également rédactrice du magazine Leadership Today Africaet a rédigé divers ouvrages sur la prière, la planification stratégique et d’autres thèmes. Esther a animé un atelier sur l’écriture à Nairobi et a fait partie du comité d’organisation de LittWorld 2012. Elle est doctorante en leadership et gouvernance à l’Université d’agriculture et de technologie Jomo Kenyatta. Elle a obtenu une maîtrise en leadership de PAC University et une licence en marketing de l’Université de Nairobi. Esther est diplômée du cours sur l’édition de magazines de MTI à Nairobi.
Jeremy Weber est le directeur de CT Global, ou il dirige une équipe de journalistes pour produire le contenu international et multilingue de CT (dont plus de 1 500 traductions dans 10 langues, atteignant 3 millions de lecteurs depuis mars 2020). Basé à Chicago, Jeremy a visité 40 pays et a reçu la première place des prix de reportage de l’Evangelical Press Association et des laïcs Religion News Association. L’American Academy of Religion l’a décrit comme l’un des six journalistes religieux les plus influents aux États-Unis en 2018. Il est diplômé du Wheaton College et travaille à CT depuis 14 ans. Lui et sa femme Carolin sont des danseurs passionnés de tango argentin et réussissent à amener progressivement leurs jeunes enfants à suivre leurs traces.
Francis Ayieko est fondateur et éditeur du journal chrétien mensuel The Shepherd, qu’il a lancé en 2005 et dont le siège se trouve à Nairobi. Chez The Shepherd, il dirige l’ensemble de son équipe et veille à la santé financière de l’organisation. Il est également rédacteur en chef à The Standard Group, où il est rédacteur de Home and Away, un volet immobilier hebdomadaire et Hash tag, un supplément hebdomadaire détachable sur l’éducation. Avant de rejoindre Standard, il a travaillé pendant huit ans en tant qu’écrivain chez Nation Media Group, la plus grande maison de presse du Kenya. Avant de lancer le journal The Shepherd, il a été rédacteur de l’End Time News, un journal mensuel chrétien, désormais disparu, publié par la Redeemed Gospel Church de Nairobi. Francis a obtenu une licence en économie foncière de l’Université de Nairobi. Il est membre (2012) du World Journalism Institute et de l’Union des journalistes du Kenya.
David Renard a plus de 25 ans d’expérience en stratégie internationale, gestion de produits, marketing, analyse et conseils principalement dans le domaine numérique et des médias. Il est partenaire de mediaIDEAS, un cabinet international de conseils fournissant des recherches et des conseils sur l’avenir technologique de l’industrie de l’édition. David a lancé de nouvelles entreprises dans le secteur des magazines et de la technologie et a conseillé des multinationales (par exemple : Gartner, Reliance Games, Random House, Conde Nast) ainsi que des entreprises en démarrage sur la stratégie d’entreprise, l’analyse de performances et la veille d’affaires, la tarification, le marketing numérique et social ainsi que le développement des lectorats. Il est diplômé de la School of Foreign Service de l’Université Georgetown. Au cours des sept dernières années, il a enseigné de nombreux cours sur la publication imprimée et numérique aux États-Unis, en Inde et en Afrique pour MTI.
Lea Greene est une graphiste primée de la banlieue de New York. Elle est actuellement gestionnaire de contenu de publication et graphiste pour le magazine de l’Armée du Salut pour le territoire oriental, SACONNECTS, qui raconte les histoires du ministère de l’Armée du Salut à travers le territoire. Titulaire d’une licence en Beaux-Arts de l’École des arts visuels en 2004, elle a travaillé sur plusieurs types de publications, notamment Home Furnishing News, une publication entre entreprises ; Current Health et Science Spin ; et des publications éducatives avec Weekly Reader. En plus, Lea a travaillé avec des élèves du secondaire dans la création et la conception graphique de leurs annuaires scolaires, les guidant sur les techniques de conception et la création de contenu.
Thèmes traités dans les séances
Les participants discuteront de leurs objectifs avec les formateurs avant le début de l’atelier. Les formateurs seront disponibles pour consulter et guider les participants pendant l’atelier alors qu’ils commenceront à travailler sur les mesures pratiques qu’ils doivent prendre pour atteindre leurs objectifs.
Qui devrait participer
Les chrétiens faisant partie du personnel d’un magazine ou travaillant de façon indépendante, en particulier les rédacteurs, graphistes et éditeurs chrétiens.
Emplacement
La conférence se tiendra au Centre des femmes presbytériennes à Accra, au Ghana.
Programme
L’atelier commencera à 09h00 et se terminera à 17h00.
Coût
Frais de conférence
Les frais sont de 385 GHS.
Inclus : le déjeuner et les pauses thé pour une journée, toutes les sessions et le matériel de conférence.
Hébergement et repas
Le tarif spécial de la conférence pour la chambre et les repas comprend une nuit (17 novembre) et le petit-déjeuner du 18 novembre.

185 GHS par jour pour une chambre partagée avec climatisation.
160 GHS par jour pour une chambre partagée avec un ventilateur (pas de climatisation).

Transport
Vous devrez payer votre billet d’avion / transport séparément.
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Hands-on workshop
2022-11-18 00:00 - 23:59 (Africa/Accra)
This will be a limited enrollment one-day hands-on workshop for participants in the Introduction to Magazine Publishing Course who are planning to start or re-start a magazine. Trainers from the Introduction to Magazine Publishing Course will speak about practical steps in starting a magazine and then will work with participants as they begin to make specific plans for starting or re-starting their magazines.
Enrollment is limited to 10 proposed or existing magazines with up to three staff or volunteers each. Enrollment is on a first-come, first-served basis. All participants must have taken part in the Introduction to Magazine Publishing course preceding the workshop.
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James Njoroge is a designer and caricature artist based in Nairobi, Kenya. Since 2013 he has served as art director of Timazi, a Christian magazine for high school students. He also designed and illustrated publications including: The African Illustrated Bible, Manure Fresh Anthology, Lil ‘Kanji and the Falling Sun, and Life Goes Round. He received a B.A. in Fine Arts from Kenyatta University in 2012. James graduated from MTI’s Design for Magazines course in Kenya, and served as a trainer for MTI’s Introduction to Magazine Publishing course in Côte d’Ivoire in 2019.
Esther Nyaga is publishing manager of Publishing Institute of Africa (PIA) a Nairobi-based organization specializing in trade, professional, and educational publishing. She is also the editor of Leadership Today Africa magazine and has edited books on Christian living, strategic planning, and other topics. Esther facilitated a writing workshop in Nairobi and was on the LittWorld 2012 organizing committee. She is a leadership and governance doctoral student at Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology. She earned an M.A. in leadership from PAC University and a B. Comm. in marketing from the University of Nairobi. Esther is a graduate of MTI’s Editing the Magazine course in Nairobi, and served as a trainer for MTI’s Introduction to Magazine Publishing course in Côte d’Ivoire in 2019.
Jeremy Weber is director of CT Global, managing a team of journalists to produce Christianity Today’s international and multilingual content (including 1,500+ translations across 10 languages, reaching 3 million readers since March 2020). Based in Chicago, Jeremy has visited 40 countries and received 1st place reporting awards from both the Evangelical Press Association and the secular Religion News Association. The American Academy of Religion described him as one of the six most influential religion journalists in the US in 2018. He graduated from Wheaton College and has worked at CT for 14 years. He and his wife Carolin are avid Argentine tango dancers and are making progress at having their young kids follow in their footsteps.
Francis Ayieko is founder and publisher of The Shepherd, a monthly Nairobi-based Christian newspaper he launched in 2005. At The Shepherd, he provides overall leadership for his team and ensures the financial health of the organization. He also serves as an editor with The Standard Group. Prior to joining Standard, he worked for eight years as a writer with the Nation Media Group. Before launching The Shepherd newspaper, he edited the now defunct End Time News, a monthly Christian newspaper that was published by Nairobi-based Redeemed Gospel Church. Francis earned a B.A. from the University of Nairobi in land economics. He is a 2012 World Journalism Institute fellow and is a member of the Kenya Union of Journalists. He is a 2019 Sinapis Entrepreneur Academy graduate. Francis graduated from MTI’s Business of Magazine Publishing course in Kenya in 2018, and served as a trainer for MTI’s Introduction to Magazine Publishing course in Côte d’Ivoire in 2019.
David Renard is a partner with mediaIDEAS, a global consultancy providing research and advice on the publishing industry’s technology-enabled future. He founded and built Netcirculation, the largest nationwide distribution network for high-end boutique fashion, art, photography, and design titles. And, he co-created Stare, a publishing and advertising agency. He also spearheaded a new European subsidiary that developed research-driven decision support tools, which he grew into a multi-million dollar business. In demand worldwide as a speaker on digital publishing, he also taught a digital publishing seminar for Magazine Training International in India in 2012, and in the U.S. in 2015.
Lea Greene is an award-winning graphic designer from the suburbs of New York City. She is currently the publication content manager and designer for The Salvation Army Eastern Territory’s magazine, SACONNECTS, which tells the stories of The Salvation Army’s ministry throughout the territory. A BFA graduate of the School of Visual Arts in 2004, she has worked on multiple types of publications, including Home Furnishing News, a business-to-business publication; Current Health and Science Spin; and educational publications with Weekly Reader. Additionally, Lea has worked with high school students in creating and designing their high school yearbooks, guiding them on design techniques and content creation.
What you'll learn
Participants will discuss their goals with trainers before the start of the workshop. Trainers will be available to consult with and guide participants during the workshop as they begin work on the practical steps they need to take to accomplish their goals.
Who should attend:
Christians on staff with a magazine or who consistently freelance, specifically Christian editors, designers, and publishers.
Location
The workshop will be held at the Presbyterian Women’s Centre in Accra, Ghana.
Schedule
The workshop will begin at 09:00 and end at 17:00.
Cost
Tuition
The fee is GHS 385 (GHS 265 if the fee is paid by October 15).
Includes: lunch and tea breaks for one day, all sessions, and conference materials
Lodging and meals
The special conference rate for room and board includes one night (17 November) and breakfast on 18 November.

GHS 185 per day for a shared room with AC
GHS 160 per day for a shared room with a fan (no AC)

Transportation
You will need to purchase your flight/transportation separately.
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Connecting with your audience through photographs
2022-12-02 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Denver)
Among the challenges of producing strong, storytelling photographs is keeping your audience in mind. There are times that your own ideas about how best to tell a story may actually diminish the results. Discover a couple of components for how to make a successful photograph.

In this free online workshop, Jim Veneman, visiting professor of photojournalism at California Baptist University, will concentrate on two of the most important components for connecting with your audience using photography.

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Launching a podcast with a $0 budget
2023-01-19 09:00 - 10:00 (America/New_York)
Whether a podcast is a distant dream or a well-defined concept, you can launch a podcast with $0 budget. Discover how to take the next step–from launch to growth.

In this free online workshop, Stephanie Rousselle, founder and managing director of Gospel Spice Ministries, will discuss what you need to know before you launch, the key questions you should be asking and how to find answers, real issues faced at various stages, and how to grow your podcast in the first year.

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Finding great stories when you can't be there in person
2023-03-16 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York)
Remote reporting is never our first choice for gathering and producing stories, but sometimes it is our only choice.

In this free online workshop, Jim Killam, managing editor for the Wycliffe Global Alliance, will discuss ways to overcome the disadvantage of remote reporting and put readers on the scene—even when you cannot be.

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Smartphones, social media, and your magazine: Learn how to produce content and promote your publication
2023-04-20 14:00 - 2023-05-18 17:00 (America/New_York)
To be current and competitive in the publishing industry, journalists must be multimedia reporters, and the key to success is your smartphone. During this four-week course, Dr. Akosua Frempong, a digital, print, and broadcast media journalist, will discuss how magazine journalists can use two essential tools–a smartphone and social media.

Discover how to create multimedia content by taking photos and video with your smartphone and then disseminating the content through social media. Social media is an effective tool for the promotion of your brand or publication, but each platform is unique. Learn how to choose the best platforms for your publication and audience, and how to connect with and know what your target audience wants so you can serve them well.

Course topics include:

Week 1: Use your smartphone for magazine content production, including videos and images

Week 2: Create and optimize magazine content for smartphone audiences

Week 3: Discover how to use social media for magazine content and publication promotion

Week 4: Marketing your magazine brand or publication through websites, emails, and social media ads

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ScheduleSystem requirementsRegistration and feesSchedule

Schedule

The schedule is flexible in order to meet the needs of each student. The only scheduled events are the weekly one-hour live sessions. If you are unable to attend live, you may watch a recording, which is available online anytime. The live sessions will be held on Thursdays at 2:00 pm EDT.

Course requirements

Background reading: Book excerpts and articlesLive session: Attend a one-hour online live session with the instructor. All sessions are recorded. The recordings are available 24/7 within a few hours of the live event.Forum discussion: Participate in the class forum by making comments and asking questions throughout the week.Homework assignment: Complete and return the homework assignment by Tuesday each week.Time required to complete coursework: Approximately five hours each week.

System requirements

MTI website: Class instructions and forums are available via this website in the MTIOnline free learning center. You may signup for a free membership at any time.ClickMeeting: The online course live sessions are delivered via ClickMeeting. Each live session includes video and audio. You are not required to dial in by phone or download and install any software in order to attend the meeting. ClickMeeting provides the following system requirements in order to get the best experience from the workshop:

Registration and fees

Course fee: $75 (Financial assistance may be available. Please contact MTI.)Payment options: Credit card via PayPal (If you would like to participate in the course, but have no way of transferring funds over the Internet, please contact MTI to discuss other options.)Registration: Please register online by April 17, 2023. Accepted registrants will be notified and given further instructions.Class size: Up to 20 students

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An introduction to Search Engine Optimization
2023-05-10 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Denver)
The primary way most people get to magazine and newspaper websites is through search engines like Google and Bing.

In this free online workshop, Thomas Umstattd, Jr., founder of Author Media and host of the Novel Marketing Podcast, will discuss how search engines work and some simple changes you can make to your website to help rank higher in the search results pages.

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Top 10 ideas for adding video to your digital strategy
2023-07-25 16:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York)
If you haven’t incorporated video into your digital content strategy, it’s time! Even if you’re already making videos, are you getting the most out of them?

In this free online workshop, Tami DeVine, president and CEO of Devine Family Entertainment, will discuss what format to use, how long the videos should be, where to post them, what camera to use, and more.

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Introduction to Magazine Management
2023-09-23 00:00 - 2023-11-17 23:59 (America/Denver)
**All 20 full-participation class seats are full. However, seats for auditing are still available.**

Discover how to apply sound business principles to establish your periodical on a solid foundation. During this eight-week course, David Renard, a partner with mediaIDEAS, and Francis Ayieko, founder and publisher of Nairobi-based Christian newspaper The Shepherd, will discuss good business principles to help your magazine succeed.

You will discover how to avoid common pitfalls and build your magazine on a firm foundation. You’ll learn the basics needed to launch a successful publication–or strengthen a current one–from growing your audience and developing a business strategy to researching your readers and moving from print to digital.

This course is the first in an online series in which you will gain an overview of magazine publishing, including a basic understanding of the elements of magazine business, editing, and design. The series will include an online course in each of these three main areas. You may choose to take one, two, or all three of the segments.

Those who complete each course will receive a certificate of completion for that course, but those who complete all three will receive a certificate of completion for the entire series.

Course topics include:

Building a publishing model

Finding readers in print and online

Distribution and fulfillment

Production fundamentals

Funding and sustaining your publication

Conducting audience research

Developing a business strategy

Overcoming the digital publishing hurdle and digital marketing

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ScheduleSystem requirementsRegistration and feesSchedule

Schedule

The schedule is flexible in order to meet the needs of each student. The only scheduled events are the weekly one-hour live sessions. If you are unable to attend live, you may watch a recording, which is available online anytime. The live sessions will be held on Saturdays at 9:00 am EDT.

Course requirements

Background reading: Book excerpts and articlesLive session: Attend a one-hour online live session with the instructor. All sessions are recorded. The recordings are available 24/7 within a few hours of the live event.Forum discussion: Participate in the class forum by making comments and asking questions throughout the week.Homework assignment: Complete and return the homework assignment by Thursday each week.Time required to complete coursework: Approximately five hours each week.

System requirements

MTI website: Class instructions and forums are available via this website in the MTIOnline free learning center. You may signup for a free membership at any time.ClickMeeting: The online course live sessions are delivered via ClickMeeting. Each live session includes video and audio. You are not required to dial in by phone or download and install any software in order to attend the meeting. ClickMeeting provides the following system requirements in order to get the best experience from the workshop:

Registration and fees

There are two ways to participate. You may register for the full access to the course or you may choose to audit the course.

**All 20 full-participation class seats are full. However, seats for auditing are still available.**

Full participants will have access to weekly live sessions, reading material, assignments, personalized feedback, opportunities for consulting, and encouragement and interaction with other classmates in the forum. Upon completion of the course, a certificate will be awarded.

Auditors will only have access to the live sessions and reading material each week. Auditors will not receive a certificate of completion.

Course fee: $150 Auditing fee: $75 (Financial assistance may be available. Please contact MTI.)Payment options: Credit card via PayPal (If you would like to participate in the course, but have no way of transferring funds over the Internet, please contact MTI to discuss other options.)Registration: Please register online by September 13, 2023. Accepted registrants will be notified and given further instructions.Class size: Up to 20 students

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Developmental editing: How to make good pieces great
2023-09-28 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York)
Magazine editors, especially those working solo or in small teams, need to edit on multiple levels. Substantive editing of a feature piece can be the most crucial level of editing, working with the writer to identify the best way to start an article, uncovering the major themes and best angle, and leading the writer toward (or often doing it on behalf of the writer and reader) the hard, deep, but ultimately rewarding and essential work of revision at all levels.

In this free online workshop, Karen Stiller, senior editor of Faith Today magazine, will discuss how to best approach substantive editing of a piece, how to navigate this work with writers (we need to take care of the writer ego!), and how to ultimately find the very best way to present even tough issues in a compelling and readable magazine article that serves the reader and the goals of the publication.

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Otimize seu fluxo de trabalho: Aproximando design e editorial para uma produção mais eficiente
2023-10-17 17:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York)
Você está cansado de lidar com um processo de produção ineficiente que retarda seu trabalho e atrapalha sua criatividade? Quando você organiza e agiliza as tarefas da sua linha de fluxo, evitando duplicar esforços , dados perdidos e sistemas desnecessários e complicados, você pode gastar mais tempo no trabalho criativo.

Descubra como promover clareza, um pensamento imaginativo organizado por um estúdio de design. Você irá obter idéias e percepções sobre como colaborar e se comunicar melhor com o editorial.

Neste workshop online gratuito, Rick Szuecs, designer da Christianity Today, discutirá como você pode otimizar seu fluxo de trabalho para obter máxima eficiência.

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Rick Szuecs é um designer gráfico de Belo Horizonte, Brasil. Com 15 anos de experiência em design, trabalhou para diversas editoras de livros e revistas. Rick foi designer-chefe da Cristianismo Hoje (CT/Brasil) por três anos e trabalhou também na revista Ultimato, uma publicação cristã brasileira altamente respeitada que é publicada há mais de 40 anos. Atualmente, ele faz parte da equipe de design da Christianity Today.

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Selecting effective stock imagery
2023-11-03 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York)
Using stock images is a budget-friendly way to create visual interest in your magazine. Discover practical tips for where to source stock images, how to create visual consistency, and how to make images your own. You can create helpful guidelines for your communications team as they consider this aspect of your brand.

In this free online workshop, Jeremy Cherry, Journey Group’s senior digital designer, will discuss how you can source stock imagery to effectively communicate your brand’s mission.

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Navigating the AI onslaught: Crafting authentic and engaging content in the era of ChatGPT
2024-01-19 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York)
Artificial Intelligence made headline news in 2023. In particular, ChatGPT became the rage among would-be writers. Even prestigious magazines such as Sport Illustrated and Men’s Journal and newsy websites such as BuzzFeed fell victim to AI content. While you may not ever use AI for your work, audiences today are suspicious that content may not be from your mind, or worse, that the work borders on fake and false.

In this free online workshop, Dr. Michael Ray Smith, award-winning writer, photojournalist, academic and conference speaker, will examine the idea of truth. Explore the AI world and practical ways you can create content that is both accurate and lively.

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Lancer un podcast avec un budget de 0 $
2024-02-13 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
Qu’un podcast soit un rêve lointain ou un concept bien défini, vous pouvez lancer un podcast avec un budget de 0 $. Découvrez comment passer à l’étape suivante – du lancement à la croissance.

Dans cet atelier en ligne gratuit, Stéphanie Rousselle, fondatrice et directrice générale de Gospel Spice Ministries, discutera de ce que vous devez savoir avant de vous lancer, des questions clés que vous devriez poser et de la manière de trouver des réponses, des problèmes réels rencontrés à différentes étapes, et de la manière de faire croître votre podcast au cours de la première année.

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Reporting religion news for Christian and general audiences
2024-03-12 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York)
Christians embrace God’s transcendent Truths. Christian journalists have the privilege of seeking and sharing small-t truths that are essential for living. We live in truth-challenged times and desperately need reporters who are willing to diligently search for the truth and share their findings with the public. Good reporters conduct the search by asking six essential questions and following the answers wherever they lead.

In this free online workshop, Steve Rabey, a veteran author and journalist, will discuss truth seeking and accountability through hard questions, research, verification, and investigation.

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Introduction to Magazine Editing
2024-04-06 00:00 - 2024-05-17 23:59 (America/Denver)
Determine how you can work with writers and craft articles that touch the lives of readers. During this six-week course, Jeremy Weber, director of CT Global, and Esther Nyaga, publishing manager of Publishing Institute of Africa, will discuss the many facets of the job of magazine editor, developing your magazine’s profile, working with writers, writing effective callouts, titles, and side bars, and solving common manuscript problems.

Digital technology has changed the face of magazine publishing, but editing and presenting relevant content to your audience is still the cornerstone of an excellent magazine. Discover the time-tested principles of magazine editing and hear some of the secrets experienced editors use to work more efficiently and effectively.

This course is the second in an online series in which you will gain an overview of magazine publishing, including a basic understanding of the elements of magazine business, editing, and design. The series will include an online course in each of these three main areas. You may choose to take one, two, or all three of the segments.

Those who complete each course will receive a certificate of completion for that course, but those who complete all three will receive a certificate of completion for the entire series.

Course topics include:

The magazine profile

Manuscript editing

Writing leads and conclusions

Presenting the material

Editorial planning

Developing writers

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ScheduleSystem requirementsRegistration and feesSchedule

Schedule

The schedule is flexible in order to meet the needs of each student. The only scheduled events are the weekly one-hour live sessions. If you are unable to attend live, you may watch a recording, which is available online anytime. The live sessions will be held on Saturdays at 2:00 pm EDT.

Course requirements

Background reading: Book excerpts and articlesLive session: Attend a one-hour online live session with the instructor. All sessions are recorded. The recordings are available 24/7 within a few hours of the live event.Forum discussion: Participate in the class forum by making comments and asking questions throughout the week.Homework assignment: Complete and return the homework assignment by Thursday each week.Time required to complete coursework: Approximately five hours each week.

System requirements

MTI website: Class instructions and forums are available via this website in the MTIOnline free learning center. You may signup for a free membership at any time.ClickMeeting: The online course live sessions are delivered via ClickMeeting. Each live session includes video and audio. You are not required to dial in by phone or download and install any software in order to attend the meeting. ClickMeeting provides the following system requirements in order to get the best experience from the workshop:

Registration and fees

There are two ways to participate. You may register for the full access to the course or you may choose to audit the course.

Full participants will have access to weekly live sessions, reading material, assignments, personalized feedback, opportunities for consulting, and encouragement and interaction with other classmates in the forum. Upon completion of the course, a certificate will be awarded.

Auditors will only have access to the live sessions and reading material each week. Auditors will not receive a certificate of completion.

Course fee: $150Auditing fee: $75(Financial assistance may be available. Please contact MTI.)Payment options: Credit card via PayPal (If you would like to participate in the course, but have no way of transferring funds over the Internet, please contact MTI to discuss other options.)Registration: Please register online by March 22, 2024. Accepted registrants will be notified and given further instructions.Class size: Up to 20 students

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Publishing in a digital world: The business of magazine publishing for today
2024-04-29 00:00 - 2024-05-01 23:59 (Asia/Kolkata)
Join Magazine Training International and Sathyam Ministries as we continue the MTI in India program with a conference in Bangalore in April 2024! Learn the essential steps for successful magazine management with the Publishing in a Digital World workshop. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from highly respected Christian publishing professionals.
The three-day Publishing in a Digital World workshop will cover the business of magazine publishing and social media marketing. An international team of two trainers will teach the workshop. Bring your staff and allow everyone to learn the skills necessary to succeed in a digital world.
You will meet other Christians in publishing, share victories and fears, and learn from one another. Christians working in magazine publishing scattered throughout India often feel isolated and may become discouraged. A conference like this offers encouragement and renewal.
The workshop will be offered in English. Download the workshop brochure.
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TrainersWhat you'll learnLocationScheduleCostTrainers
David Renard is a partner with mediaIDEAS, a global consultancy providing research and advice on the publishing industry’s technology-enabled future. He founded and built Netcirculation, the largest nationwide distribution network for high-end boutique fashion, art, photography, and design titles. And, he co-created Stare, a publishing and advertising agency. He also spearheaded a new European subsidiary that developed research-driven decision support tools, which he grew into a multi-million dollar business. In demand worldwide as a speaker on digital publishing, he taught publishing business and digital publishing courses and workshops for Magazine Training International in India, the U.S., Kenya, Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana, and online.
Dr. Marcos Simas is a 30-year veteran of the Brazilian publishing industry. Marcos currently serves as chief editor at Geográfica Editora, and as rights director for African, Portuguese, and Spanish languages at Riggins Rights Management. Marcos previously worked for almost 10 years as chief editor with Christianity Today Brazil (Cristianismo Hoje). He earned a B.A. in theology, a mini MBA from Loyola University of Chicago, a Ph.D. in religious studies, and publishing certificates from the University of Chicago, Yale University, and International Christian Publishing Institute. Marcos taught publishing business courses and workshops for Magazine Training International in India and online.
What you'll learn
In the Publishing in a Digital World workshop, you will learn how to overcome the digital publishing hurdle by creating a business plan, finding readers, and harnessing the power of social media. And you’ll discover how to use tools like Google Analytics, advertising, production management, and online distribution and fulfillment to successfully launch a magazine or update your process for more effective and influential publication.
Who should attend
Christians on staff with a magazine, specifically Christian publishers and editors.
Location
The workshop will be held in Bangalore, India at the SAIACS CEO Centre, Dodda gubbi Cross, Kothanur, PO Box 7747, Bengaluru 560077, Karnataka, India.
Schedule
The workshop will begin with registration in the morning on Monday, 29 April which will be followed by four sessions throughout the rest of the day. Sessions will be all day Tuesday and half a day on Wednesday, and will end with a noon banquet and graduation ceremony on Wednesday. Click here for the full schedule.
Cost
Tuition
On-site conference fees:

Pay on arrival: INR 6439
*Pay by 12 April: INR 5439

*Early pay discount: When you register you will receive information as to how to make payment to an Indian bank account. Payment must be made by 12 April in order to receive the early payment discount of INR 1000.
Includes: The conference fee includes three lunches, morning and afternoon coffee/tea breaks, printed materials and downloadable resources, and 13-1/2 hours of lectures and practical application from a team of publishing professionals with multinational publishing and training experience. The conference room is air-conditioned. Wifi is available.
Lodging and meals
Participants may choose to commute each day or stay on the conference center campus. Accommodations include breakfast and supper. Prices listed are per person/per night in a single or double room. All rooms are available with air conditioning and wifi.

INR 3214 per night for a single room
INR 2318 per night for a shared room

Transportation
You will need to purchase your flight/transportation separately.
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