The Newfoundland and Labrador Film Development Corporation is looking for an individual to fill the following position:

Industry Analyst

Reporting to the Executive Director, this position is responsible for the development and administration of all professional development initiatives for the Corporation based on the needs of the local film and video industry. This position is responsible for identifying human resource and professional development training needs and preparing and coordinating all aspects of workshops to be offered. In addition, this position, under the direction of the Executive Director, will have as a duty to assist in the strategic planning and development of the industry as it relates to professional development.

The ideal incumbent should possess a combination of:

1. Bachelor’s Degree
2. Experience in the Film, Television or Multi-platform environment
3. Strong written and communication skills
4. Strong ability to work as part of a team to identify and find solutions for a variety of industry needs
5. Strong ability to independently organize and accurately complete multiple tasks.

Salary to commensurate with experience.

Please forward resumes by Friday, January 15th, 2010 at 5 p.m. to:

Newfoundland and Labrador
Film Development Corporation
12 King’s Bridge Road
St. John’s, NL A1C 3K3

c/o Nancy Benoit, nancy@nlfdc.ca

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Organization: Resource Centre for the Arts – LSPU Hall (RCA)
Position: General Manager

Resource Centre for the Arts is a community arts organization that owns and operates the LSPU Hall and the Resource Centre for the Arts Theatre Company. Run by an elected Board of Directors, RCA’s mandate is to nurture and promote the performing arts.

GENERAL MANAGER
The General Manger is responsible for the administration of the LSPU Hall building, including financial planning and control, facility management, marketing, development, government/agency relations, public relations, audience services, contract negotiations, staff relations and board administration.
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Job opportunity: WANL Executive Director (St. John’s): Extended application deadline: Received no later than Friday, August 21st, 2009. The Writers’ Alliance of Newfoundland and Labrador (WANL) is a not-for-profit organization established in 1987 to contribute to a supportive environment for writing in the province.

Responsibilities: The Executive Director is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the organization, including: preparation of grant applications and reports; program development and implementation; management of financial records and program budgets; communication with membership, media, government officials and other arts organizations; supervision of Executive Assistant and volunteers; management of members’ newsletter and website; coordination and execution of Annual General Meeting; reporting to Board of Directors; coordination of board and committee meetings; event planning; and general office duties.

Hours are 9 to 5, Monday through Friday, with frequent evenings and weekends required for literary events. The salary is to be negotiated on basis of qualifications and experience.

Qualifications: This is a full-time position requiring a highly motivated individual with strong oral, written and organizational skills; knowledge of the provincial writing/publishing industry; experience with financial recording and budgets; attention to detail; and significant computer proficiency.

Applications must be received no later than Friday, August 21st, 2009. Please mail or deliver (no fax or emails, please) your C.V. with three references to:

Executive Director Hiring Committee
Writers’ Alliance of Newfoundland and Labrador
P.O. Box 2681, Stn. C
155 Water Street, Suite 102
St. John’s, NL A1C 6K1

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.

BROADCAST TECHNOLOGIST – Permanent – Sessional

(Core schedule: mid-February to June and November to mid-December to a maximum of 26 weeks/ fiscal year)

Information Management – Broadcast Services, House of Assembly, Confederation Building

The Information Management Division, of which the Records Office is part, is responsible for the development and implementation of Information Management (research & records) policies, procedures, standards and infrastructure for the House of Assembly. Broadcast Services is responsible for broadcasting and recording the visual and aural proceedings of the Legislature.
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Stephenville Theatre Festival is seeking two non-Equity actors for the upcoming season.

Actor 1 – Male, 25 to 35 years of age, for Jonathan Monro’s Variations on a Nervous Breakdown and two other shows. Excellent singing and dancing ability is required. 8 week contract begins June 29.

Actor 2 – Male – 20 to 30 years of age, genuine Newfoundland accent preferred, for Lorne Elliott’s Culture Shock-the Musical. Must also sing, playing an instrument would be a bonus. 4 week contract begins June 29.

Please forward resume and headshot to eva@stf.nf.ca

Position: IMMEDIATE
Project Manager (St. John’s, NL.)
Multimedia/Web/Video Production

If you have a positive, proactive, team oriented attitude, good sense of humour, enjoy working in a stimulating environment and in an industry that is constantly changing, we want to speak with you.

BookShorts is a production + distribution + marketing company specializing in media based on books and authors (original work and client commissions).

We are currently looking for a Project Manager for Multimedia/Web. This is a mid-level, full-time contract position at industry standard rates for a resident of St. John’s, NL.

In this position you will work as a key member of our hands-on creative and production team, all of whom are being specially hired to service a significant line of new business.

Our ideal candidate has:
— More than three years experience in project management and/or is a graduate of a post-secondary level program in Multimedia with some real-world experience.
— Excellent communication skills both upstream to clients and to production / creative team members
— Hyper-attention to detail
— Excellent administrative computer skills (Microsoft Office); is comfortable with basic functions in Adobe CS; has basic HTML, FTP skills (Dreamweaver a definite bonus).
— Knowledge of basic video editing skills (Final Cut Pro or Avid) sufficient to collaborate effectively with team members
— Familiarity with the Internet and social networking
— Access to a vehicle
— Flexible work schedule
— A passion for New Media and all things web-related

Please email your resume to production@bookshorts.com before Wed., February 4, (MS Word or PDF) with “I’m The One!” in the subject line.

We thank you for your response. However, only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job posted on The Scope too.

Irene Duma
Strange Duck Media
Web Design and Creative Marketing
Blogs and videos for authors, bands, filmmakers, artists and small businesses
St. John¹s, Newfoundland
T 709-738-2242
C 709-699-8205

VIDEO PRODUCER/DIRECTOR
Distance Education and Learning Technologies (DELT) (One year contractual position, subject to renewal)

DUTIES
The successful applicant will be responsible for the production of educational video and related media for inclusion in online course delivery as well as productions for internal and external clients. Duties include researching, writing, producing, directing and editing of video and productions. Other duties include producing and directing multi-camera productions for live webcasts and recorded productions. The incumbent will work closely with DELT’s course development and media production staff as well as faculty and other clients in order to satisfy project requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS
Considerable experience (3-5 years) in video production and direction, preferably including experience in an educational environment; completion of an undergraduate degree in film or video production with major course work in radio and television arts, educational technology, or communications; or any equivalent combination of experience and training. A working knowledge of and experience in current digital video production, editing technologies and techniques is essential. Superior organizational and interpersonal skills would be an asset.

Applicants are encouraged to submit samples of previous productions.

SALARY: $43,499 – $61,001 per annum (CUPE Local 1615)
CLOSING DATE: December 12, 2008
COMPETITION NO.: DLT-08-22

Please submit to the Director of Human Resources, an APPLICATION FOR NON-ACADEMIC PROMOTION OR TRANSFER and attach a cover letter and current resume. For further information concerning the above vacancy, or to obtain a copy of the application form, please visit us on the web at: www.mun.ca/humanres/; or contact the Recruitment Office, Department of Human Resources, Arts and Administration Building, Room A4039, phone 737-7403, or email recruitment@mun.ca.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. Memorial University is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from qualified women and men, visible minorities, aboriginal people, and persons with disabilities

For information contact Debbie Mcgee at dmcgee@mun.ca or 737-2596