Montreal Community

Free CBC workshop: How to tell your story

On Saturday, May 4, join CBC Montreal for an in-person interactive workshop to learn about what journalists look for in a good story, as well as get tips and insight on how to pitch yours.

Learn what journalists look for in a good story and get tips on how to pitch yours

Left side, a cluster of journalism items (radio, headphones, microphones) and to the right, in writing: 'A Gem of an Idea,' 'How to tell your story,' A Free Media Education workshop
On Saturday, May 4, CBC Montreal is offering a free in-person workshop on how to tell your story. (Rana Liu/CBC)

On Saturday, May 4, join CBC Montreal for an in-person interactive workshop to learn about what journalists look for in a good story, as well as get tips and insight on how to pitch yours.

You will also get an insider look at how CBC creates audio, video and written stories. The workshop is ideal for community organizations and members who would like to learn how to increase their visibility. Two CBC journalists will be leading this workshop.

The event is free and open to the public, but you must register to attend.

Details:

When: Saturday, May 4 from 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Where: Benny Library, 6400 Avenue de Monkland, Montreal

Cost: Free, but you have to register in advance.

Register for the event here.

About CBC Montreal and Benny Library's partnership

Gem of an Idea is a series of free monthly events dedicated to sparking new ideas and conversations through a mix of information and interactive activities. From documentary screenings to hands-on workshops, all the events are free with registration on the Benny Library website.

From left to right: Writing: A Gem of an idea. Image: a hand holding a lightbulb with the CBC gem logo inside of it. Logos of the Benny Library and CBC Montreal
(Kerry Ho)

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Rana Liu

Communications Officer

Rana Liu is a Communications Officer at CBC Quebec working in community engagement and outreach. She has previously worked in community development and education. She is looking for new ways to connect with underserved communities on the stories and issues that matter to them.