Music Journalists
Resources
The American Society of Journalists and Authors offers advocacy, professional development, networking events, and other resources for independent writers.
355 Lexington Ave., 15th Fl.
New York, NY 10017-6603
Tel: (212) 997-0947
http://www.cmj.com
This organization provides general educational information on all areas of journalism, including newspapers, magazines, television, and radio.
234 Outlet Pointe Boulevard
Columbia, SC 29210-5667
Tel: (803) 798-0271
Fax: (803) 772-3509
http://www.aejmc.org
Check out this site to read music reviews and profiles of current music artists.
Tel: (800) 684-1873
https://www.billboard.com
For information on a career as a jazz journalist, visit the Jazz Journalists Association's Web site.
For industry statistics, information on diversity, internships, and careers, and to view a PowerPoint presentation entitled “Tips on Finding a Job in Magazines” visit the organization's Web site.
1211 Connecticut Ave., NW, #610
Washington, D.C. 20036-2705
Tel: (202) 296-7277
Email: mpa@magazine.org
https://www.magazine.org
The National Association for Music Education provides advocacy, education, scholarship information, and other resources for music students and teachers.
1806 Robert Fulton Drive
Reston, VA 20191-5482
Tel: (800) 336-3768
Tel: (703) 860-4000
Fax: (888) 275-6362
https://nafme.org
For information about working as a writer and union membership, contact the National Writers Union.
256 West 38th Street, Suite 703
New York, NY 10018-9807
Tel: (212) 254-0279
Fax: (212) 254-0673
Email: nwu@nwu.org
https://nwu.org
Visit the association’s Web site for a variety of resources on journalism education and careers in journalism.
801 Third Street South
St. Petersburg, FL 33701-4920
Tel: (727) 821-9494
Email: info@poynter.org
https://www.poynter.org
The SPJ has student chapters all over the United States and offers information on scholarships and internships.
3909 North Meridian St., Suite 200
Indianapolis, IN 46208-4011
Tel: (317) 927-8000
https://www.spj.org