Working from news story to news feature, from arts feature to restaurant review, Jay Rayner will examine the way content influences form in journalism. He will also argue that at the heart of any credible, compelling piece of writing, lies one skill above all others: that of the reporter.
Through presentation and audience discussion – with plenty of time for questions – Jay will examine what makes great writing just that.
Tutor profile
Jay Rayner is the Observer's food critic and is regularly on the television and radio. He is the author of seven books; his latest, A Greedy Man in a Hungry World, is out now and is published by Harper Collins.
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Testimonials from previous Guardian Masterclasses
Relaxed but professional. I was amazed at how illuminating the whole thing was. Now to put it into practice…!
Informative, authorative and fun.
Very impressed, it was much more practical than I expected. Great level of detail and brilliant level of humour. The time passed very quickly!
I learned a lot in a short while, making the course good value.
Jay exudes confidence, inspires with the sense that 'at least someone knows where this jalopy is going'. Excellent listener clearly clarifying questions and problems for all present. Used texts selectively in well structured and paced delivery; effective visual support. Inclusive, aided by an adroit raconteur's wit, self deprecation and tact. A productive and jolly time in which much was practiced and learnt.
Details
Date: Monday 23 June 2014
Times: 6.30pm-9.30pm. Check-in begins 30 minutes before the start time.
Venue: The Guardian, Kings Place, 90 York Way, London N1 9GU
Price: £49 (includes VAT, booking fee and refreshments)
Event capacity: 100
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