Editors from local publications will be available to talk about their work and how you can get involved in print/online writing, copy editing, photography, and graphic design. Come learn about possible freelance opportunities in Greater Des Moines, network with editors, and discover best practices to running your freelance business. 

Activities include roundtable networking, where editors and freelancers will meet in small groups, and a Q&A panel discussion featuring both seasoned editors and freelancers who can answer your questions.

Confirmed editors (list will continue to be updated): 

• Christine Ricelli, editor of dsm magazine (magazine writing emphasis)
• Vickie Ashwill, assistant managing editor for lifestyles & entertainment at The Des Moines Register (magazine and newspaper writing emphasis)
• Deb Belt, community publications editor at The Des Moines Register (writing emphasis)
• Amy Tincher-Durik, managing editor of Better Homes and Gardens Online with Meredith Corp. (online writing and editing emphasis)
• Elizabeth Sedrel, editor with Meredith Corp.'s Special Interest Publications (copy editing emphasis)
• Nate Becker, designer with Interactive Media at Meredith Corp. (includes BHG.com, Parents.com and LHJ.com) and manager of a freelance graphic design business (graphic design emphasis)
• Gretchen Kauffman, editorial associate for The Iowan and Iowa Gardening

Panelists

• Christine Ricelli, editor of dsm magazine and experienced freelance writer
• Vickie Ashwill, assistant managing editor for lifestyles & entertianment at The Des Moines Register
• Amy Tincher-Durik, managing editor of Better Homes and Gardens Online with Meredith Corp.
• Julie Ann West, freelance creative director and owner of West Works
• Karen Weir-Jimerson, author of serveral books and freelance writer for several publications including Country Gardens, Better Homes and Gardens and Creative Home

Itinerary:

• 9-9:30 a.m. – Registration (continental breakfast)
• 9:30-9:45 – Introduction
• 9:45-11 a.m. – Roundtables with editors
• 11-11:15 – Break
• 11:15-12:15 p.m. – Q&A panel discussion with editors and freelancers
• 12:15-1 – Lunch

Please register by Wednesday, July 15, to guarantee lunch.

DISCOUNT: If you are a dues-paying member of the Iowa SPJ chapter, e-mail us (iowaspj@gmail.com) for a $10-off discount code.