The Spring 2014 Master Class Series
Past Classes
Creativity in the Digital Age
Copyright, Fair Dealing & Social Media
with Martha Rans
April 5th
The Internet has made presenting and accessing creative works – writing, art, music, photography – easier than ever. This has major implications on how we choose to showcase our work. Copyright lawyer Martha Rans gives you the ins and outs of this thorny subject in this Tyee Master Class.
Crowdsourcing for Public Engagement
Proven Techniques to Mobilize Your Base
with Steve Anderson & Reilly Yeo
May 3rd
If you want to succeed at inspiring participation in your organization, both internally with your staff and externally with your supporters, you need to understand crowdsourcing.
Photography in Challenging Environments
Nailing Your Shot in Literal & Metaphorical Dark Places
with Chris Grabowski
May 10th
From war-torn Afghanistan to the public squares of protest and demonstration in Eastern Europe to our own Downtown Eastside, this workshop teaches you how to take pictures in strange places, under difficult circumstances, and often in insufficient light.
Build Your Winning Publishing Plan
Develop Your Concept & Hone Your Pitch
with Jesse Finkelstein & Trena White
May 24th
Whether you’re sitting on a series of articles or blog posts, have a hot line on an investigative story, or possess the expertise to help others, your book idea needs direction. In this day-long workshop, you’ll learn how to develop your concept, hone your pitch, and determine your next steps.
Two-Day Data Bootcamp
Storytelling with Maps & Visualization
with Hugh Stimson & Phillip Smith
June 7th & 8th
in partnership with Langara College
More than ever, data is what makes up the world. From research and polling and web analytics to our own obsession with tracking personal information like location or fitness levels, we’re bombarded by data and endless ways of capturing it. Used effectively, data mapping and visualization can be an extremely powerful tool in your storytelling arsenal.
Crowdfunding for Non-Profits
Alternative Fundraising for Those Who Need It Most
with Ian MacKenzie
June 14th
Crowdfunding has exploded onto the scene, helping individuals raise millions of dollars toward their important passion projects. Learn how to effectively tap into this alternative fundraising model with a seasoned crowdfunder with multiple successful campaigns under his belt.
Vision Reboot
Improve Your Impact with a Winning Organizational Story
with Amanda Gibbs
June 21st
Using best practices from public engagement, organizational development and brand strategy, find out how to craft a winning vision that will help galvanize your team and create the strongest hub for outreach.
Special Thanks to Our Sponsors
Wine Generously Provided by Clos Du Soleil
Catering Generously Provided by Choices
Coffee Generously Provided by Salt Spring Coffee
