Internship - CBC Music
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INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY 2013-14 WITH CBC MUSIC
*Deadline Extended to Oct. 11th, 2013
POSITION: unpaid internship in music production and journalism (for optional credit)
LOCATION: Montreal, QC
DESCRIPTION OF HOST ORGANIZATION: CBC/Radio-Canada is Canada's national public broadcaster and one of its largest cultural institutions. The Corporation is a leader in reaching Canadians on new platforms and delivers a comprehensive range of radio, television, internet, and satellite-based services.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES OF INTERN: Emphasis is on audio/video production and music journalism for radio and digital media. Under the supervision of the coordinating producer, the intern will have the opportunity to observe and assist in the production of CBC/McGill concerts, studio sessions and/or remote broadcast recordings. They will also be invited to attend national story meetings, develop and pitch story ideas and contribute blog posts for potential publication on cbcmusic.ca (subject to editorial approval).
HOURS: This internship will take place during the 2013-2014 season of the CBC/McGill series. The intern will complete 150 hours of work (required for academic credit) over the course of the academic year. This will include any necessary training in audio/video/digital production, journalistic standards and practices, social media, etc. Please note, once the intern has been selected, a more detailed, project-based schedule will be developed based on the student’s particular strengths, areas of interest and class schedule.
REQUIREMENTS:
- currently studying at McGill University’s Schulich School of Music
- functionally bilingual (English/French)
- strong writing skills in English (please submit 2-3 short writing samples, preferably on a musical topic and intended for a non-specialist audience)
- comfortable working in both Mac and PC environments, and basic familiarity with social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
- able to work independently and as part of a team
- prior experience in production or media an asset
APPLICATION PROCESS: Students submit an application directly to the McGill Internship Offices Network (ION) at ion [at] mcgill [dot] ca, which includes a cover letter, CV, writing samples and an official transcript. Following the requirements set by the host institution, the Faculty of Music will review applications and the CBC will interview the most qualified applicants.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Oct. 11, 2013
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:
Leacock Building, Room 307, 855 Sherbrooke Street West, Montreal, Quebec, H3A 2T7
or email sara [dot] laimon [at] mcgill [dot] ca (Sara Laimon) - Associate Dean, Academic and Student Affairs