SPOTS AVAILABLE: ONE (1)
DURATION: TWO-FOUR (2-4) WEEKS (POSSIBILITY TO EXTEND)
TIMELINE: AUGUST TO OCTOBER 2024
LOCATION: TORONTO, ON
TRAINERS: INSIGHT EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS AND PRODUCER, INSIGHT FREELANCE SENIOR STORY PRODUCERS
TARGET: Black persons with a passion for writing, directing, storytelling and television and some existing film and/or television writing samples.
POSITION SUMMARY:
A Story Producer helps shape the narrative of a show by producing certain acts, segments or packs within it. By assembling various creative elements, such as original shot footage, archival material (photos, film clips, etc.) and music, the Story Producer must create a compelling and engaging piece from beginning to end. This in turn gets woven into the overall fabric of a show.
The Story Producer easily moves from field to edit bay and requires excellent research, writing and story skills. Working with the story team as well as editors, sound and shooters, the Story Producer carries out the vision of the Executive Producers and Producer.
The Associate Story Producer will work closely with the writing and post production teams on “The Legacy Awards,” focusing on telling the stories of award recipients, storytelling spotlights and assisting with the preparation of paper edits.
The Associate Story Producer participant will learn or sharpen existing storytelling knowledge. Working with the producing team to shape the narrative of this year’s show, the participant will develop skills including project planning and oversight, footage review, writing and effective communication.
At the end of the training period, the participant has acquired the skills, contacts and a minimum of one (1) television production credit. Areas of potential training and exposure include:
- Review all edits and provide notes
- Review footage and make selections
- Track stock footage and music
- Research and prepare paper edits
- Manage creative feedback
- Work with editing team and Post Producer
ELIGIBILITY GUIDELINES:
- Identify as Black
- Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident of Canada
- Ontario Resident
- 19 years old or older
- Self-starter with the ability to follow through until successful completion of assigned duties
- Ability to function effectively in an atmosphere subject to frequent changes and produce results
- Strong attention to detail
- Strong communication skills
REQUIRED EDUCATION:
- High School Diploma
HOW TO APPLY:
- Email your Resume, Cover letter and Contact Information for two (2) references to BlackAcademySkills@insighttv.com or use the button below
- Please include “Associate Story Producer” in the subject line of your email
- Please no phone calls. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
For questions, please contact: BlackAcademySkills@insighttv.com