I published my first story for BroadwayWorld.com today. It's a show review of a fundraiser cabaret. Follow the link here to read the story. I can tell you that this is what I was meant to do. At least this feels right at this exact moment. I'm also working on a big project that will hopefully knock something off my bucket list. My creative juices are flowing!
As a budding freelancer, I'm having some difficulties as all new journalists do. I find myself reaching out to publicists and hearing nothing back in return. Given the fact that I majored in Public Relations, I'm actually not surprised. So I sent out my information explaining who I was, but what do I do now? Wait?
My job is to review theater. Do I buy tickets in the meantime to get the job done? I'm already poor, because my full-time job is at a theme park. I do not want to be too pushy, but I also know the importance of waiting. I'd be interested to know how other writers got their connections. I know it's about building relationships, but how do you even start?
For now, I will continue researching and waiting. If you're an Orlando theater publicist. I'm real! I'm here and I want to review your shows! Please contact me.
If you're a freelance writer, I want to hear from you too. I want to know how it is you do what you do. It turns out that the writing is the easy part of the job.
Does Elizabeth Maupin still do the reviews for the Sentintel? You might consider emailing her for advice on how best to take the plunge, especially on the pay/wait for tickets issue since that can add up.
ReplyDeleteGood luck! I'll look forward to your syndication. :)