short story narrator
At SPORK! it is important that all original and published articles, video and media is made fully accessible for our audience. We are always learning how to better adapt for our community and strive to create a comfortable online user experience.
As a Short Story Narrator you will assist in narrating and transcribing all existing and new SPORK! Exclusive articles. Assignments and scheduling based upon narrator availability.
Some of the great perks about narrating for SPORK! are:
Published audio narrations on a nonprofit 501(c)(3) website and in SPORK!s new Audio Library
Chance to help provide accessible content for the differently able community
Low-commitment
Noted credit of audio narrations for voice actors and professionals
Specific requirements:
Experience reading and recording content for a digital format.
Experience narrating. Click here for helpful narration tips!
Access to a recording device (i.e. phone voice recorder etc.) and ability to produce high-quality audio files
Ability to email audio files
--- Note: Unpaid position ---
--- To apply, please send a narration audio sample to whitney@sporkability.org ---
Video Editor: PART-TIME
As Video Editor you will assist Whitney Hill, Director of SPORK!, with working on various projects. All video and media will be provided before each assignment with direct instructions on editing format/style.
On-site filming will not be required. Candidates must have access to a computer and either Adobe Premiere, or a similar video editing software. A background in film editing is strongly preferred.
Specific responsibilities include:
Manage video projects as assigned
Able to meet set deadlines and accept edit suggestions
Able to edit/design in a way that keeps with SPORK!'s brand
Communicate accurate information in a clear and concise format
Fixing, re-mixing and editing video/audio material
Transcribing captions
Location(s):
Telecommute - Chicago, Illinois
Compensation Type:
Unpaid
Multi-Media Collaborators
Writers & Videographers
In modern journalism, it is seldom that differently able individuals are given the opportunity to openly report on the observations of their community. What’s more, it is rare that the differently able are represented in media on their terms.
At SPORK! we value the individual voices that make up the differently able communities and work hard to ensure that we accurately represent their stories. We advocate by fighting for inclusive journalism.
We are looking for writers and videographers for an experimental online series about living with a cognitive, physical or non-apparent difference.
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Writers will be sharing their personal stories, experiences, frustrations and point of view about being within the differently able community. Videographers will interpret the Writer's stories into a short video. The final product will be a collaboration that will assist in breaking down misconceptions, openly discuss the day-to-day challenges that many with differences must resolve, spark conversation, whilst encouraging empathy, compassion and thought.
Writers please note: Writing topic is open as long as it deals with the differently able community.
Videographers please note: Video styling, format and medium choice will be independently chosen; creative license is encouraged.
Once application has been submitted and selected, Whitney Hill, Director of SPORK!, will contact you with follow-up information.
Specific responsibilities include:
Manage video projects and/or writings as assigned
Able to meet set deadlines and accept edit suggestions
Communicate accurate information in a clear and concise format
Fixing, re-mixing and editing video/audio material
Location(s):
Telecommute - Chicago, Illinois
Compensation Type:
Unpaid
--- To apply, please send resume and cover letter to whitney@sporkability.org ---
Special Events Coordinator: part-time
As Special Events Coordinator, you will assist Whitney Hill, Director of SPORK!, with working on various upcoming projects. Candidates must be organized, personable, problem solvers, dedicated, able to take direction and efficient.
Specific responsibilities include:
Manage simultaneous, small projects as assigned
Conduct research on multiple projects
Arrange for guest speakers and writers
Solicit volunteers
Schedule events
Assist in advertising and mild fundraising
Establish and maintain project files, both paper and electronic
Communicate accurate information in a clear and concise format
Location(s):
Telecommute - Chicago, Illinois
Compensation Type:
Unpaid
Marketing & Communications Director: part-time
As a Marketing & Communications Director, you will assist Whitney Hill, Director of SPORK!, with maintaining social media content & creative public relation campaigns. Candidates must be organized, be able to take direction, be highly efficient, smart and eager to learn.
Specific responsibilities include:
Assure social media presence by assisting in planning, writing and managing pertaining social media blogs
Create Ad campaigns that coincide with SPORK! projects
Draft, distribute and pitch news releases, media alerts and other stories
Update SPORK!'s website when needed
Research industry specific keywords and write creative content for Google Ad Words
Location(s):
Telecommute - Chicago, Illinois
Compensation Type:
Unpaid