Wâpahki Documentary Coordinator

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Chokecherry Studios is looking for a passionate young person to join our team! This full-time, 6-month work experience placement is part of the CreateAction Inclusive Social Innovation program. The Wâpahki Documentary Coordinator will be a part of a network of CreateAction participants and will join in regular peer learning sessions and evaluation activities delivered by the program partners: the Canadian CED Network, the National Association of Friendship Centres, and the Social Research and Demonstration Corporation.

The Wâpahki Documentary Coordinator will oversee the creation of a five-part documentary series in partnership with Okihtcitawak Patrol Group and Prairie Harm Reduction. The successful candidate will be responsible for:

  • researching the topics of the documentary series
  • collaborating with five youth co-directors
  • writing proposals for each episode of the series
  • coordinating logistics of film production
  • managing production budgets
  • preparing the premiere of the series
  • developing branding/promotional materials

Candidates must meet the following criteria:

  • between the ages of 15-30 (inclusive) at the start of the placement
  • be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident or protected person as defined by the Immigration & Refugee Act
  • be legally entitled to work in Canada
  • be legally entitled to work according to the relevant provincial legislation & regulations
  • be experiencing one or more barriers to employment
  • be not in education, employment or training (NEET)

To apply, submit a resume and cover letter by May 20, 2021 to board@chokecherrystudios.com

Questions regarding the application or job contact andrea@chokecherrystudios.com

Funded by the Government of Canada under the Youth Employment and Skills Strategy

Deadline: 
20 May 2021
Region: 
Location: 
Chokecherry Studios
Saskatoon  Saskatchewan
Canada
Categories: 
Communications
Culture and the Arts
First Nations, Inuit and Métis