WAN-IFRA launches on-demand training courses

To meet the growing demand for skill development in newsrooms driven by technological advancements, WAN-IFRA has introduced personalised training courses designed to help journalists and publishers learn on the go, and quickly transform their operations. These courses have been launched in association with Dean Arnett, former BBC Broadcast Trainer from the UK.

The available training courses include:

• AI tools for media and news production
• AI and elections – What you need to know
• AI for image generation
• Edit with Final Cut Pro

More courses on diverse topics, and by various trainers, will be added every month and can be accessed through our exclusive portal https://wan-ifra.forento.site/

WAN-IFRA recognises the need for continuous learning and skill development in media organisations. The newly launched portal provides access to learning on diverse topics needed to operate in the changing media landscape.

“We are excited to launch these on-demand training courses, and it goes with our mission to help our members and publishers to innovate and prosper in a digital world. With these courses, we aim to support the growth of quality journalism and modern newsroom practices”, said Vincent Peyrègne, CEO of WAN-IFRA.”, said Vincent Peyrengne, CEO of WAN-IFRA.

Some of the features of these on-demand courses include:

• Self-paced learning: Users can learn the course at their own pace. It can be accessed anytime, from anywhere.
• Platform agnostic: These courses can be accessed from either desktop or mobile, allowing for easy and flexible learning.
• Expert support: The trainer will answer participants’ questions directly. Regular ‘Meet the Trainer’ sessions are available for additional clarification.
• Certification: Participants will be provided with a certificate upon completion of the courses.

Course fee: You can sign up for these courses at a nominal fee. As an introductory offer, use the code “JOURN25” to get 25% off the fee for the “AI Tools for Journalists & Newsrooms” course. This discount is only available until the end of September. These courses will be useful for journalists, newsroom managers, content creators and anyone looking to develop the skills needed to work in the news media business. Although tailored specifically for users in Asia Pacific, the Middle East, and South Asia, these courses are accessible to participants worldwide.

Contact – Inquiries

For more information, please contact Magdoom Mohamed, Managing Director, WAN-IFRA South Asia, Chennai, India (magdoom.mohamed@wan-ifra.org), Jen Teo, Deputy Director Training & Special Projects, WAN-IFRA Asia Pacific, Singapore (jen.teo@wan-ifra.org), or Thai Anban, Business Development Manager, WAN-IFRA South Asia, Chennai, India (thai.anban@wan-ifra.org).

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