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How to Be a Reporter

By eHow Careers & Work Editor

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The job of a news reporter is to cover and report the news. Begin your preparation to be a news reporter by writing frequently about your experiences, interests and your field of expertise. Write a blog that follows a story or article format. ... more »

How to Be an Anchor on Television

By Paul M. J. Suchecki

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In England, they are simply called newsreaders. Here, television news broadcasts are held down by anchors, reflecting a more important status that is not always justified. The term originated in 1952. Walter Leland Cronkite Jr. anchored CBS’ ... more »

How to Become a Recording Engineer

By eHow Careers & Work Editor

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Recording engineers ply their trade for rock bands, TV shows and film productions. Some engineers also produce recordings and mold the creative aspects and technical sound of a CD or song. The job of the recording engineer encompasses mixing, ... more »

How to Broadcast a Radio Show

By Paul M. J. Suchecki

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Everybody has always told you that you have a wonderful voice for radio. Maybe people have also said you have the perfect looks for radio;) You are burning to get your creativity out to the public and you’d like to know how. Here are some steps ... more »

How to Choose a Fountain pen

By asamsky

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The fountain pen! The preferred writing instrument of poets, dandies, and other assorted weirdos, fountain pens can last a lifetime and, with a tiny bit of practice, are way more fun to write with than the ubiquitous ball points. Whether you're ... more »

How to Find High Paying Freelance Writing Jobs

By Tammy Searles

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The challenge of freelance writing is often less the writing and more the difficulty in finding well-paying jobs, especially with recent changes in the publishing industry and the glut of writing sites. Those great jobs are still out there ... more »

How to Find Work on a Online Jury

By khopkins75

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Do you like watching court cases online. How about making money to to give an online verdict?.. more »

How to Get into an ATA Talent Agency

By Karen Cotton

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When looking to showcase your talent, whether its dancing or theatrical skills, its best to find a reputable talent agency to represent you. There is a stress on the word 'reputable'. Like many businesses, there are cowboys, so you need to make ... more »

How to Make money searching the web

By khopkins75

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I've never seen such an easy way to earn quick money. I love this and I hope you all join. And it's free!!.. more »

How to Make Money Transcribing Audio to Text

By khopkins75

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Working from home can be rewarding, spending time with your family and the freedom to work when and where you want. If your good at typing than transcribing maybe an option for you to look into... more »

How to make the leap from amateur theatre to TV

By ReneeHART

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Ever wanted to step off the amateur theatre stage and into the loving arms of an Agent, Producer and hit TV series? Helen McFarlane, Australian actor, spoke to me about what she did and why... more »

How to Produce a Short Film

By fancylad

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Taking on the task of producing a short film might seem like an impossible feat, but if you can assemble a good team and if you break down each stage of production down into small blocks of tasks, you’ll come to realize that producing a ... more »

How to Publish Your Writing for Free!

By Melanierose

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Do you like writing poetry? Do you have a bunch of them laying around? Do you like writing stories? Or maybe you love writing your point of view on things! Then why not publish them for free and earn the money you deserve?.. more »

How to Review a Restaurant

By brandif

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So you’ve been assigned your first restaurant review. Whether it’s an assignment for class or a review for a publication, reviewing a restaurant may seem overwhelming at first glance. Take a look at these tips for help on how to review a restaurant... more »

How to Sell an Op-Ed piece

By RockOnRockL

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We all have opinions. Op-Ed (or opinion editorial) columns are an effective way to express your fact-substantiated thoughts to a widespread audience. The process, though, isn’t easy. Even if you master timeliness and a strong argument, two key ... more »

How to Sell Cartoons to Newspapers

By Amber Dillon

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The newspaper cartoon business is a tough nut to crack, but it can be done. Here are some tips on getting your sketches to the public eye... more »

How to Be a Body Double

By eHow Careers & Work Editor

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A body double replaces a featured actor for close ups of certain body parts. Body doubles first received media prominence after a model substituted for Julia Roberts in some opening shots from "Pretty Woman." Follow these steps to become a body ... more »

How to Be a Paparazzi

By eHow Careers & Work Editor

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In Hollywood there are few more controversial figures than those photographers known as the paparazzi. They are despised for invading the private lives of celebrities, while at the same time rewarded for feeding the general public's insatiable ... more »

How to Be a Professional Newscaster

By eHow Careers & Work Editor

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The field of broadcast news is highly competitive and the life of a professional newscaster is not as glamorous or high-paying as some might think. Those who desire a career in this field must be persistent and possess certain unique qualities ... more »

How to Become a Film Publicist

By eHow Careers & Work Editor

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That well-dressed lady (or gentleman) that stands next to a movie star at a premiere might be the publicist, not the significant other. Film publicists experience all the glamor of a life in Hollywood, but they also encounter their share of hard ... more »

How to Become a Hip Hop Music Producer

By eHow Careers & Work Editor

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Anyone who is really into music knows you don't make money by rapping or singing alone but in writing and producing. Becoming a hip hop producer isn't difficult. With the right equipment and talent you will be on the way to making beats in no ... more »

How to Become a Radio Disc Jockey

By eHow Careers & Work Editor

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You need a pleasant speaking voice and excellent verbal skills for this job. On the air, you may introduce music, conduct interviews, and read commercials and even the weather forecast... more »

How to Become a Special Effects Artist

By eHow Arts & Entertainment Editor

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Special effects artists use makeup, trick camera work and computer graphics to create imaginative, realistic scenes and audio for movies and television. It's a important part of every movie. The path to get to working for an F/X company on the ... more »

How to Become a Stunt Coordinator

By eHow Careers & Work Editor

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If you're a world-class athlete in a sport such as gymnastics, motocross, martial arts or an extreme sport, then stunt coordination may be the career for you. Stunt coordinators are former (or current) stunt people who help find other stunt ... more »

How to Build a Voiceover Studio at Home

By staceyx

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Building a voiceover studio at home is not as hard as it sounds! I'm a radio chick and have been for over 10 years, but I just dabbled in voiceover work. Finally, I was ready to put a functional voice studio in my house. Even though I have a good ... more »

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