The Al Jazeera Media Institute has announced a programme of 19 evening training workshops to be held at its headquarters throughout 2026.
These workshops will cover 12 specialised and unique training topics, aiming to enhance practical media skills and prepare participants for more in-depth and intensive courses. This initiative supports the professional development of media professionals and those interested in the field.
These workshops are designed to meet the needs of media professionals and those seeking a quick and structured introduction to contemporary media skills. The focus is on short-form content, visual storytelling, video journalism, and navigating fast-paced news environments, serving as a foundation step before advanced training programmes.
The Institute emphasised that these workshops represent a crucial foundational step, opening the way for enrolment in advanced programmes and supporting the ongoing professional development of media professionals. The workshops will cover key areas in contemporary media, including the production of short audio stories for podcasts.
Visual storytelling on TikTok, media literacy, writing press releases, digital identity, creating professional "Reels" content, writing for digital video, managing press conferences, focusing sound, handling breaking news, television presenting, and open coverage.
