Have you taken a photo you’re especially proud of, or written a story that was hard to report, tricky to research, or especially demanding? Perhaps you’ve recorded a video or podcast that pushed you creatively, or worked on something complicated or unusual that you still think of as some of your best work?
Whatever you’ve created as part of your day job, BGAJ’s new ‘Behind the byline’ feature is giving members the chance to share the piece of work they’re most proud of. It doesn’t necessarily have to be recent, award-winning or widely published – we want to know about the work that still stands out to you when you think back.
To be featured, let us know how the piece of work came about, how you did it, and what made it challenging or satisfying. We want to share the craft behind the work – the decisions, relationships and experience – whether you’re a writer, photographer, PR, podcaster or videographer.
What we’re looking for:
- One specific piece of work
A feature, image, campaign, book, investigation, episode or project - How it came together
The idea, research, logistics, and any judgement calls and experience that shaped it - What made it difficult or different
Were there any constraints, risks, or things that nearly didn’t work? - Why it still matters to you
Professionally, creatively, or due to its audience impact
Please don’t:
- Primarily promote a client, brand or product
Context is fine, but the focus should stay on how the work was done - Recycle press releases, award entries or marketing copy
We’re looking for reflection on the process - List multiple projects
This feature is about one specific piece of work - Focus only on outcomes
Reach, KPIs and results don’t matter here; we’re interested in why this piece mattered to you and what made you feel proud of it.
If you’d like to be considered, please send the following to communications@gaj.org.uk:
- a short, written piece (around 400–500 words) covering the points above
- a PDF or link to the work you’re writing about
- a photo of yourself to run alongside the feature
Sending over a piece of work doesn’t guarantee it will be selected for publication: the Guild council reserves the right to choose which pieces run and to lightly edit submissions for clarity and length.
