Building a sustainable freelance or portfolio career in journalism requires a different approach to your CV. This session is designed for freelancers, senior journalists exploring portfolio work, and anyone considering consultancy or independent roles.
ITN recruitment consultant Dan Sado looked at what makes a freelance or senior-level CV stand out, whether you are pitching for commissions, applying for contracts, or positioning yourself for consultancy and leadership opportunities.
The first part of the session focused on how to present your body of work, specialist expertise and commercial value with clarity and confidence. We looked at how to structure a CV that reflects the reality of freelance life, showcases impact rather than just outputs, and signals authority in your field.
The second half was a practical workshop, reviewing a selection of CVs and discussing what works, what doesn’t, and why.
