Jobs Offered

Writer/Storyteller-in-Residence (September to December 2012, Canada)
A professional writer and/or storyteller is sought for the position of Writer/Storyteller in Residence at the University of Manitoba's Centre for Creative Writing and Oral Culture. The residency, from about September 5 to December 14, 2012, will require the successful candidate to spend approximately 16 hours per week providing mentorship and practical artistic advice to developing writers and storytellers at the University of Manitoba, to give a limited number of readings and/or performances on campus, and to lead an informal non-credit workshop. The remaining time is to be devoted to the writer or storyteller's own artistic projects. The successful candidate will receive a salary of $20,000.00 CAD, accommodation and return transportation to Winnipeg. The Centre for Creative Writing and Oral Culture is an interdisciplinary centre with a mandate to promote the creation and the study of the verbal arts, both oral and written. Located at the University of Manitoba in the city of Winnipeg, the Centre sponsors readings, lectures, master classes and creative community projects that explore the connections between oral and written culture. Winnipeg is renowned for its vibrant arts community and its multicultural citizenry, including the largest urban population of Aboriginal people in North America. The Centre builds upon these local cultural strengths as a basis for its creative and critical work. To learn more about the Centre, visit website. Applicants should provide a covering letter summarizing their qualifications for the position and describing the artistic and mentoring work they would undertake during the residency. Applications must also include a CV or résumé of career achievements (publications, performances, awards, residencies), a writing sample of no more than 20 pages (double-spaced and typed in a standard 12-point font) and two letters of reference discussing the applicant's skills as an artist and a mentor. Candidates of all nationalities are encouraged to apply; however, full proficiency in English is required, and publications or performance credits in English would be an asset. The Centre for Creative Writing and Oral Culture is committed to principles of employment equity. The application deadline is October 24, 2011. Electronic submissions of application materials are accepted at the Centre's email address, but attachments must be in Microsoft Word, PDF, RTF or DocX only. Applicants may also submit hardcopy applications to: Dr. Warren Cariou, Director: Centre for Creative Writing and Oral Culture, University of Manitoba, 391 University College, 220 Dysart Road, Winnipeg, Manitoba R3T 2M8 CANADA. Books and other materials sent in support of applications will not be returned. For more information email Jessica Woolford, M.A. Assistant to the Director at the Centre for Creative Writing and Oral Culture. Posted 7 Septemberr 2011

Copy Rewriter (Cape Town, Western Cape / Johannesburg, Gauteng)
Huisgenoot has a vacancy for an Afrikaans copy rewriter to be based in our Cape Town or Sandton offices. This is a senior position in team of dynamic journalists and the ideal candidate will have the following:
- At least five years' (but preferably more) experience as a journalist, preferably on a magazine or as an in-depth feature writer on a newspaper
- The ability to rewrite Afrikaans copy to a high standard and make sure it conforms to Huisgenoot standards
- The ability to adapt to the Huisgenoot formula and style
- Writing creativity and language skills
- The ability to help journalists with writing articles
- A broad general knowledge

You will be required to work under pressure and sometimes outside of regular office hours. Although the job will require hours spent in front of a computer, you will also be expected to work well in a team environment. Note: sub-editing is not a part of the job; the rewriter is the link between the writer and the sub. Remuneration: basic salary Given the employment equity policy of Media24, preference will be given to suitable candidates from the designated groups.

As jy aan bostaande vereistes voldoen, stuur asseblief 'n CV per epos (twee bladsye en 'n kort motiveringsbrief) aan Bongiwe Mosele. Aansoekverwysing: HersHG. Sluitingsdatum: Donderdag, 22 September 2011.Vir meer besonderhede skakel Bongiwe Mosele - +27 21 406 4582
Posted 8 Sept 2011

Copywriter/Scriptwriter (Randburg, Gauteng)
Remuneration: basic salary; Job level: Mid; Own transport required; Type: Permanent
It's that game where you start in the little square called "graduation"... At best, you'll roll a six and end up as a junior at the agency of your dreams. You'll bag yourself a sweet little spot in the corner, right under the air-conditioner. Where you'll sit at your borderline-Antarctic cubicle, writing sugar packet copy, while everyone else is sipping Patròne at some award ceremony named after a bird, a tin or a motorsport. Yip, getting started in the industry sucks! Luckily there's that stack of Chance cards that might throw you a friggin' bone. This would be one of those cards. The one that reads: "Go straight to the world of television, pass seemingly endless internships, do not write quirky blurbs that will be printed on the inside of a gum wrappers... oh, and collect a salary while you're at it" Sound good? Here's the deal ... A busy TV Production Company specialising in TV promotion is looking for an ambitious, hard-working, insanely creative and dependable copywriter/Scriptwriter to join their dynamic, talented and award-winning team.
Requirements
•A piece of paper stating that you're a copywriter... ones with big gold stickers, stamps and calligraphy are generally more impressive
•Able to not only read a brief, but apply it, live it and make it a reality
•Must be a team player - own goals don't count
•Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
•Computer literate, Google savvy and a MS Word whizz-kid
•The ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
•Task orientated, self-motivated and disciplined
•Good communication skills - except when eating... that's just gross
•Must be able to think creatively and act professionally (well, most of the time)
•A Yoda t-shirt, uncle in the furniture business and access to an endless supply of M&Ms a plus.
Email CV to Leonie Fourie at Studio Zoo
Posted 8 Sept 2011

PR Administrative Assistant (Cape Town, Western Cape)
Remuneration: R7000 per month cost to company; Benefits: Pension, M/A; Education level: Diploma; Job level: Junior
Own transport required; Occasional travel required; Type: Permanent; Reference: #THJPRAd

Aspiring public relations candidates who have excellent organisational and administrative skills are invited to apply for this position, based at the Cape Town branch of a communications/PR agency. You will be required to manage the day-to-day office duties and provide administrative and PR support to the team. At least one year's experience as an admin assistant or secretary is required.
Responsibilities:
*Office duties
*Petty cash recons and updating media schedules
*Filing
*Tracking and recording media coverage relating to clients
*Issue invitations for events and media briefings
*Follow up with the media on press releases that have been issued
*Travel bookings
*Liaison with suppliers and service providers
*Establishing and/or updating media contact lists, as required
Requirements:
*Diploma in office administration;
*PR Diploma highly advantageous;
*Minimum one year prior experience in an admin/secretarial role;
*Solid writing skills and an enjoyment of writing;
*Good command of English. At least one other official language would be helpful;
*Attention to detail;
*Time-management skills and a good work ethic;
*Ability to prioritise and work under some pressure;
*Ability to manage projects such as media events;
*An interest in current affairs;
*A working knowledge of media and an interest in communication.

**Candidates must have a valid drivers license and their own car**

Contact Heather Robinson at The Human Jigsaw Recruitment on 0827478288; email CV. Posted 8 Sept 2011

DTP - EE (Disabled applicants only) Johannesburg, Gauteng
Remuneration: R15000 - R12000 per month cost to company; Education level: Diploma; Job level: Junior; Job policy: Black Economic Empowerment; Type: Permanent
DTP and Production on internal and external creative campaigns
Liaison with suppliers and agencies on campaigns
Keep up to date with new design and industry trends
Understanding of the brands CIs
Prepare job for finished art and check that all elements are print ready, e.g. sizes, overprints, dye-cuts, pagination and mock ups, fonts, resolutions and disking
Send final material via required channels and disk finished art
Convert files to HTML formats when required
Production budget management

Company Description
Clearly indicate the Job Title in the subject line of your e-mail. CVs not indicating the Job Title will not be considered.

Requirements
This post is for disabled applicants only (please specify on application)
Minimum Grade 12. DTP qualification
One to two years experience in the printing industry
Proficiency in Indesign and basic knowledge of Illustrator, Freehand, Photoshop, Acrobat and Keynotes.
Kindly submit a comprehensive CV (not in PDF format) and Portfolio of your best work created. Please indicate your current or last remuneration earned.

Personal Skills/Attributes
Quick turnaround delivery on work briefed in
Deadline driven and attention to detail
Positive, proactive attitude
Multi task whilst maintaining excellent quality of work
Creative Flair

Contact Sandi Pope at Prime Select on 011 640-7400; email