Workshops

Media law courses

Covers defamation, copyright, privacy and other legal issues from an editor's perspective.

Protect yourself by understanding media law

I’m a former Sydney Morning Herald editor and UTS journalism lecturer who approaches media law workshops from an editorial perspective.

I’ll not only teach you the basics of how our laws affect you, but also what you can and can’t do.

More specifically, I can cover:

  • defamation law
  • defences against defamation
  • how the laws affect your social media presence
  • copyright law
  • the role of the Press Council
  • other legal issues you need to know when it comes to online publishing.

Media law course options:

Customised staff training

When it comes to media law, everyone’s situation and level of risk is different. Their appetite for risk is also different: after all, a newspaper is far more likely and willing to defame someone than a small not for profit.

As such, I'll take the time to find out about your needs and tailor a workshop specifically for you.

I'll also look at your content to find the areas most likely to be risky, and explain how different laws can affect what you specifically do.

The course can be taught online or at your office anywhere in Australia.

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One-on-one sessions

I also offer personalised one-on-one training for individuals.

Sometimes people need to refresh their knowledge before starting a new job, or to understand what risks they're facing before launching a newsletter or blog.

I'll listen to your needs and concerns to make sure the training directly addresses them.

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"This media law workshop was really useful and engaging. It covered such a wide range of topics in depth, they were relevant to the whole team. The presenter was lovely, really knowledgeable and passionate. The handout was extensive and greatly appreciated. Thanks!"
Alana Young
Hardie Grant
"Very engaging – thank you!"
Ren Matthews
Choice

Who is this media law workshop for?

You don’t have to be a journalist to be affected by media law.

Although most of my clients are journalists and media organisations, this course is suitable for any organisation. If you use social media, have a blog or a newsletter, you are open to the same risks and challenges as any publisher.

After all, the vast majority of defamation cases don’t involve journalists at all (a 2018 study by UTS, for example, shows only 26% of cases involved a media company).

As such, many of my media law clients work for ordinary organisations, from not for profits to financial firms, in a communications, public relations or content role.

Regardless of what you do or where you work, I can tailor the course to suit you and the issues you’re likely to face.

Need more information about media law training?

Let me know if you have any questions or would like a quote.

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