30 July 2014

Buzzcuts – Sydney Fringe Festival 2014 Contributor

BUZZCUTS 2014: SYDNEY FRINGE FESTIVAL VOLUNTEER CONTRIBUTOR (aged 18-24, volunteer)

Position description, selection criteria and how to apply

Buzzcuts is a program that trains young writers and broadcasters in critical arts reviewing. In 2014 we are pleased to be doing our first Sydney Fringe Festival.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

  • Attend and review a minimum of two shows at the 2014 Sydney Fringe Festival;
  • Advise the Buzzcuts Sydney Coordinator if they are unable to attend a schedule performance;
  • Submit reviews for publication on the Buzzcuts website in a timely manner following a performance;
  • Complete a project evaluation survey at the completion of the volunteer period; and,
  • Other duties as directed by the Buzzcuts Sydney Coordinator.

CONDITIONS

  • The position is voluntary and may fit quite well with study in professional writing and editing, arts and theatre.
  • The position is casual for the duration of the festival, requiring a few hours a week. All work will be done from home.
  • The actual days/hours per week to be negotiated.
  • The volunteer reports to and is supervised by the Buzzcuts Sydney Project Coordinator
  • The volunteer is covered by appropriate insurance while working at Express Media

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, please submit the following three things to Lefa Singleton Norton at creativeproducer@expressmedia.org.au:

1.           Your contact information including your name, address, date of birth, email and contact phone number

2.          A cover letter outlining why you would like to be involved and any experience you have in the relevant area.

3.          A 300 word sample review of a film or performance of your choice.

4.         An indication of which art forms you would most like to review at the Melbourne Fringe Festival.

Applications close 9am, Monday 11 August.


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