Asia Film Archive internship

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Dear Students,
 
Looking for an internship position that is interesting and meaningful yet
provides you with opportunities to learn and develop your skills for future
employment? Then the Asian Film Archive could be the workplace you¹re
looking for.
 
*³My internship at the Asian Film Archive has been nothing short of
meaningful. There is so much more to learn about film preservation itself
but the work experience with the Archive has provided me with a broad range
of relevant skills and networking opportunities. I've also had the amazing
opportunity to attend the SEAPAVAA Conference 2009, that helped widen my
knowledge in the work of the archives around the region. The work can be
demanding at times but you will find that the colleagues are extremely
supportive and are willing to listen to your needs and opinions. If you have
a strong passion for and understanding of Asian Cinema, and are willing to
explore further, you will find your time with the Asian Film Archive
rewarding.² - Chew Tee Pao, Intern 2009 (RMIT) and currently Archiving
Officer at the Asian Film Archive *
 
* *
The Archive is recruiting three motivated, people-oriented and independent
individuals as full-time interns for a period of between 3-6 months in
2010..
Priority will be given to applicants who can commit for a longer period.
Outstanding interns will be considered when opportunities arise for
permanent staff positions at the Archive.
 
Skills required:
1. Adept in Microsoft Office applications (e.g. Word, Excel, Powerpoint),
and/or other software like Photoshop
2. Articulate; comfortable with people and public speaking
3. Proficiency in writing and speaking professionally to partners
4. Ability to multi-task and work independently or in a team
5. Resourcefulness and creative initiative
6. Meticulous
7. 2D graphic design skills would be an asset
 
(Fresh graduates with a relevant archive/arts/library management degree are
especially welcome to apply)
 
The internship will involve you in the various aspects of the Archive¹s
work, including:
 
1. Acquisition of materials, documentation, cataloguing of films and their
related materials.
2. Day-to-day administrative tasks, planning outreach activities, liaison
with schools, project management.
3. Seeking of corporate sponsors, development of fundraising proposals.
 
You will attend and be expected to contribute to regular staff meetings and
will receive supervision and feedback for your work. The multi-faceted
internship will provide training opportunities, allowing you to develop
skills in, amongst other things:
 
? The planning and management of projects
? Communication with people from both the private and public sectors
? Writing and public presentations
 
Additionally, interns will have the chance to delve into the world of Asian
films and to understand the processes involved in the archiving and
preservation of our cinematic heritage.
 
If you are looking for a meaningful job in a vibrant working environment
that brings Asian films and people together, send your motivation letter and
resume to us at info at asianfilmarchive.org. Please indicate in your letter
the time period in which you are available for internship.
 
First closing date for applications: *23rd December 2009*.
Second closing date for applications: *20th April 2010*.
 
Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted. For more
information, please call us at (+65) 6777 3243.
 
Best regards,
 
Bee Thiam
 
Director,
 
Asian Film Archive
 
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Launched in conjunction with the UNESCO World AV Day, this series of videos
produced by the Asian Film Archive hopes to raise consciousness on the
urgency of saving our creative works and film heritage:
http://www.youtube.com/asianfilmarchive<
<http://www.youtube.com/asianfilmarchive>
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=44rUtyD_9Rc>
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The Archive's Annual Report 2008 is made available for public perusal and
shares the efforts and committment of the Archive's donors and partners to
making AFA a great home for Asian films. We welcome any feedback that you
may have: http://www.asianfilmarchive.org
 
Asian Film Archive Blog: http://www.asianfilmarchive.org/Blog
 
Contact us
 
Address: Asian Film Archive c/o Library Supply Centre, 3 Changi South Street
2, Xilin Districentre Building B, #02-00, Singapore 486548
 
T: +65 6777 3243
 
F: +65 6543 1643
 
E: info at asianfilmarchive.org
 
W: http://www.asianfilmarchive.org
 
 
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