AAJA is excited to announce the call for applications for the 2021 Executive Leadership Program.
ABOUT ELP
The Executive Leadership Program (ELP) is for any professional journalists interested in advancing their career and developing the skills to achieve their professional and personal goals. ELP is a challenging, practical and life changing experience.
This is not a business-as-usual program about how to become a better manager. It is a transformational experience program aimed at developing the next generation of diverse journalism leaders who can lead in uncertain times and build a sustainable future for journalism.
The program explores the responsibilities and challenges of a media workplace, how to lead in the changing landscape and how cultural values come into play. Experienced career coaches and senior news executives lead participants as they explore a variety of topics in a small, nurturing environment.
The trainings are highly-interactive and have participants engaged in timely discussions, such as:
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- How do leadership styles across various cultures affect our work?
- Deconstructing corporate culture to inform paths to success and overcoming barriers.
- In what ways do my background and passion impact my work?
- How does digital media impact the industry and what is my role in it?
- How can I meaningfully contribute to the industry and my community?
- What lessons can be learned from established and emerging media markets?
Participants will also explore perspectives on and gain concrete approaches to:
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- Diversity and culture in the workplace
- Leadership skills, styles, and opportunities
- Power, politics, and influence
- Professional and career goal setting
- Personal branding and confidence
- Negotiation tactics and applications
QUALIFICATIONS
Individuals with at least four to seven years of experience are encouraged to apply. Space is limited and applications are reviewed on a rotating basis until filled.
LOGISTICS
The 2021 ELP sessions will be held virtually. Participants are required to attend all live sessions. They are also responsible for having all the technology needed to attend a virtual conference, including a computer, webcam and strong internet connection.
2021 Live Sessions (all times are for the eastern time zone)
May 24 12:30pm-8pm
May 25 10am-7:30pm
June 11 11 am-9pm
June 25 10am-4pm
July 16 1pm-10pm
July 30 1pm-10pm
August 12 12:30pm-8pm
August 13 10am-6pm
TUITION AND PAYMENT
Tuition for ELP is $1,450 for AAJA members and $2,000 for non-members. It includes the costs of instructional materials, grubhub credit for 5 meals and a registration for the 2021 AAJA National Convention.
Applicants accepted to ELP must pay for the program by May 14. For those needing it, there will be an option to pay the tuition in two payments. Applicants who cancel their registration after May 23 will not receive a refund.
Those in need of financial assistance may reach out to their employers or local AAJA chapter leadership (AAJA members only).
HOW TO APPLY
Applicants accepted to ELP must pay for the program by May 14. For those needing it, there will be an option to pay the tuition in two payments. Applicants who cancel their registration after May 23 will not receive a refund.
Those in need of financial assistance may reach out to their employers or local AAJA chapter leadership (AAJA members only).
You must be a professional journalist to apply for the program.
Applications are due by April 30, 2021 at 11:59 PST. Please note that space is very limited.
Attach the following documents to the form:
• A résumé or link to your LinkedIn profile
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- A professional, color, high-resolution photo
• A letter of recommendation from a supervisor (OPTIONAL)
• A short 40-word biography
• A 250-word statement explaining what you hope to learn from this program and how it will help your career.
Apply here. Deadline to apply is April 30, 11:59 pm PST.
Contact Waliya Lari at the AAJA national office with any questions.
