Next Journalism [2011-03-20] 

  • Deadline: 25 May 2011Via pansa.org:The International Centre for Women Playwrights (ICWP) is calling for submissions for a special African themed issue of “Seasons”, our playwrighting journal. We’re seeking submissions on all aspects of African women playwrights, and women in creative roles in the theatre and performing arts indust…

  • Deadline: 1 April 2011EntertainingYourself.com is launching our FIRST EVER writing contest. We've not only invited all of our current EntertainingYourself.com Contributors to submit, but we've also opened the competition to other writers/runners too. Submit your Best Running Story in a Foreign Country (in English please) to Contac…

  • Deadline: 30 April 2011Award for Excellence in Reporting on TuberculosisThe Stop TB Award for Excellence in Reporting on Tuberculosis fosters, recognizes and awards outstanding reporting in print that materially increases the public's knowledge and understanding of tuberculosis (TB), including multidrug-resistant TB, in countries …

  • Reply to: gigs-mrxdf-2283737734@craigslist.orgI am looking for some writers that want to contribute to an entertainment media site. We are looking for writers in the field of fashion, music, and world news. If you feel like this is something that you have been wanting to do please send me contact info and what area you would like …

  • The South African Newspaper is looking for an editorBlue Sky Publications is looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated editor with hands-on news experience for The South African Newspapereditor@thesouthafrican.comThe successful candidate will be based in the London office of Blue Sky Publications. The main purpose of the role is…

  • Job Title: CNN Producer, Africa (Based in Johannesburg)Location: United Kingdom - LondonRequisition # 123136BRPosition Type: Fixed TermThis position will be required to generate bespoke content for a weekly half hour show; this will include but isn't limited to; researching business stories throughout the continent, and booking an…

  • SENIOR FEATURE WRITERThe Natal Witness Printing & Publishing Company (Pty) Ltd invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced Journalists for a Senior Feature Writer position on The Witness newspaper. Applicants must have a relevant academic qualification (Degree/ Diploma) and substantial Journalism experience.The su…

  • Think Africa Press is a new, online publication committed to pan-African news analysis and commentary. Working with African universities, local correspondents as well as international experts, it provides the forum for a variety of voices to be heard.A commitment to both in-depth analysis and reform makes Think Africa Press a trul…

  • Date: 25 March 2011The 8th edition of the popular BookJam@Silverbird Abuja holds on Friday 25th March 2011 at the Silverbird Entertainment Centre, by 6pm. This edition will feature Lagos-based poet and advertising practitioner, Chike Ofili; Abuja-based poet and journalist Diego Okenyodo; playwright and communications lecturer, God…

  • City: JohannesburgJob descriptionADS@NMN advertising department for Rapport, Beeld and Sondag in Johannesburg currently requires the services of a senior journalist in the special projects department. Dynamic individuals with at least five years' relevant experience may apply. The incumbent will report to the manager and editor of…

  • City: JohannesburgJob descriptionads@NMN an advertising department for Rapport, Beeld and Sondag in Johannesburg requires the services of a senior sub-editor in the special projects department. Dynamic individuals with at least five years' relevant experience may apply. The incumbent will report to the manager and editor of Specia…

  • The 2011 Cave Canem Poetry Prize for African American Writers

    Deadline: 30 April 20112011 Cave Canem Poetry Prize GuidelinesAward: Winner receives $1,000, publication by the University of Pittsburgh Press in fall 2012, 15 copies of the book and a feature reading.Final Judge: Patricia Smith. (Judge reserves the right not to select a winner or honorable mentions.)Eligibility: African American …

  • Reply to: job-yafw9-2282171677@craigslist.orgWANTED: Somali Media ConsultantsAre you multilingual? Are you fluent in Somali and English or French? Are you media savvy?MIREMS LTD. - Multilingual International Research and Ethnic Media Services requires Language Consultants to find and summarize stories into English or French from f…

  • Ajman Culture Department's Shehanda Award for Literature

    THE Ajman Culture and Media Department (ACMD) has announced the opening of the Shahenda Award contest.The door is open for writers, thinkers, artists and intellectuals to apply for the award, which is granted once every year to honour the cultural and humanitarian achievements of members of the UAE nationals, GCC, or Arabs. Candid…

  • Deadline: 25 March 2011Contact: areza@africapractice.comAll journalists, writers, reporters and media houses are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as entries into the DIAGEO Africa Business Reporting Awards 2011close this week. The closing date has been officially extended until Friday 25 March to allow as many people as pos…

  • We are looking for a motivated, passionate and organised individual who can take ownership of and implement News roll-out. They will be required to source & co-ordinate freelance journalists, edit and proof read articles as well as co-ordinate article distribution via the web and social media platforms.Minimum RequirementsTertiary…

  • City: Cape TownJob descriptionTEAMtalk Media, publishers of the websites www.cricket365.com, www.golf365.com, www.football365.co.za, www.planetf1.com, www.planetrugby.com and www.extreme365.com, are looking for Sports Writers/Editorial Assistants to add to a vibrant Editorial Department.The candidates' key responsibilities include…

  • Torch African American Women's Journal to Open Reading Period on April 15th

    Deadline: 31 August 2011SUBMITTORCH is published twice a year on-line in the spring and fall.Our reading period is April 15 through August 31. Submissions received outside of our reading period will not be considered for publication.TORCH accepts submissions via email only.Only previously unpublished work will be considered.Simult…

  • Mixed Roots Literary Festival Opens June 11th at the Japanese American National Museum

    Dates: 11 - 12 June 2011The Festival is a fiscally sponsored project of the New York Foundation for the Arts, a non-profit organization, celebrating stories of the Mixed experience. Each year the Festival brings together film and book lovers, innovative and emerging artists, and multiracial families and individuals for two days of…

  • Deadline: 17 April 2011TNA Media is the Publisher of the New Age SA, s only truly national daily newspaper.The New Age is printed in JHB, CPT & Durban and is distributed in all of South Africa’s nine provinces. In addition to its majority South African – based shareholding, TNA has Coleman & Co.LTD – which publishes the world’s la…

  • Deadline: 31 March 2011The fastest growing newspaper in Kenya is looking for a strategic, seasoned visionary with a track record in a leadership role in print media to join our Senior Management team in the position of Chief Sub Editor.Reporting to the Editor, the Chief Sub Editor will be responsible for ensuring that the tone, st…

  • Location: Africa, JohannesburgThe RoleBloomberg News is seeking an experienced political and economic news reporter to cover news from across Africa from the Johannesburg bureau. The successful applicant will be able to breaking news stories and features on political and economic topics, ranging from elections and growth forecasts…

  • Reply to: gigs-f9ptn-2277757019@craigslist.orgAramica is looking for freelance writers able to write article, cover events and do investigative reporting about the Arab American community in any of the following locations:- Bay ridge- Atlantic ave- Astoria- White plains- Yonkers- Jersey city- PatersonWe are looking for good writer…

  • Reply to: job-dhjsc-2271033660@craigslist.orgBiography company seeks professional writer fluent in Arabic and English. Ideally, you are an accomplished journalist, editor or writer that can assist with specialized projects serving clients speaking Arabic who want to record their life story.Location: TorontoCompensation: Compensati…

  • Reply to: gigs-fgrmg-2275686875@craigslist.orgFreelance writers, reporters and photographers needed for bilingual Arab American newspaper distributed in New York and New Jersey. Work includes writing and reporting investigative stories, covering community events etc. Must be familiar with the Arab world, ideally with the Arab Amer…

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