Media firm seeks journalists [Worldwide]

Journalists fluent in English can apply for these positions.

The Correspondent, scheduled to launch Sept. 30, is hiring a team of journalists to provide independent, inclusive and ad-free journalism.

Available positions include full-time correspondents and freelance correspondents based anywhere in the world, in addition to an editorial designer, a conversation editor and an engagement editor based in Amsterdam.

The Correspondent is led by Rob Wijnberg, who also founded De Correspondent, a Dutch news website that raised US$1.7 million through crowdfunding.

Apply now.



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Katherine Schneider Journalism Award seeks reports on disability issues [US]

Journalists from print, broadcast and online outlets can submit their stories.

The
Katherine Schneider Journalism Award for Excellence in Reporting on Disability is the national journalism contest devoted exclusively to disability coverage. It is administered by the National Center on Disability and Journalism, headquartered at the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication at Arizona State University.

The contest features the Large Media Market Awards and the Small Media Market Awards. Winners receive US$5,000 for first place, US$1,500 for second place and US$500 for third place.

Entries must have been published or aired between July 1, 2018 and July 31, 2019. Works from outside the United States are accepted but must be in English. Special consideration will be given to entries that are accessible to those with disabilities.

The deadline is Aug. 5.


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Digital Magazine seeks English managing Editor [Indonesia]

Journalists can apply for a position in Jakarta.

Luxuvere Media Group is looking for an English managing editor for its digital magazines Luxuvere and EatVacation.

The managing editor will focus on luxury lifestyle content such as hotels and resorts, private jets, super cars, watches, jewelry and other exclusive industries.

Applicants must be Indonesian living in Jakarta. Excellent English writing skills are a must.


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DW offers internship program [Lusophone countries]

Journalists and students can apply for an internship in Bonn, Germany.

Deutsche Welle (DW) offers two internship programs in its Portuguese for Africa newsroom: one for journalists with professional experience and the other for university students from the European Union.

The internship for professional journalists does not require EU citizenship. Candidates must be fluent in Portuguese and have basic English or German skills and professional experience in journalism, including broadcasting.

The internship for college students requires a valid visa to study in Germany or citizenship from one of the countries of the European Union. In addition to speaking Portuguese, candidates must have good English or German skills and basic journalism experience.

Internships last two to three months.

Trainees receive a monthly stipend but must cover their travel costs.

The deadline is June 30.

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Refuge Scholarship for journalists available [Worldwide]

Journalists from countries in crisis or war can apply to stay in Berlin for up to three months.

Reporters Without Borders Germany, in cooperation with taz Panter Foundation, will host one journalist September to November 2019, another one March to May 2020 and a third one April to June 2020.

The Rest and Refuge Scholarship will cover travel expenses, an apartment, pocket money and transportation in Berlin.

Participants must be able to communicate in basic English or German. They must have the intention to return to their country after the fellowship.

The deadline to apply is June 16.

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National Press Foundation hosts workshop on science communication [Europe, US]

Journalists interested in learning better ways to communicate science to the public can apply.

The National Press Foundation (NPF), with support from Fondation Ipsen, is organizing the workshop "Paris accords of science communication" on Oct. 21 to 24 in Paris.

The program will cover issues such as the neuroscience of hate, the science of pain, social determinants of health, childhood trauma, the plight of refugees and victims of human trafficking, and more.

Participants will receive travel, lodging and most meals.

The deadline is July 10.


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ICRC seeks entries on Humanitarian reporting [Brazil]

Print, broadcast and multimedia journalists can apply for this award.

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) in Brazil invites entries to the third edition of the ICRC Humanitarian Coverage Award. The goal is to encourage the production of quality journalistic content on humanitarian issues in the Brazilian press.

Works must address international humanitarian issues, with a focus on victims, and have been published between Aug. 1, 2018 and July 31, 2019.

The first place winner will travel to an international location where the ICRC operates. The second and third place winners will receive a cash prize.

The deadline is Aug. 1.

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Journalism fellowship accepting applications [US]

U.S. and international reporters who cover Washington for any media outlet can apply for the program.

The National Press Foundation sponsors the Paul Miller Washington Reporting Fellowship, a nine-month seminar program to brief reporters about Washington agencies, institutions and organizations. It also provides journalists with fresh sources, story ideas and the opportunity to get to know and learn from other journalists.

Starting Aug. 26, journalists meet once a month for a daylong seminar about a different topic. In addition to learning innovative online tools, fellows take field trips to Capitol Hill, the Supreme Court, the Pentagon and other institutions.

The deadline to apply is July 22.


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UNFCCC seeks video on climate change [ Worldwide]

Aspiring videomakers ages 18 to 30 can enter this contest.

The Global Youth Video Competition on Climate Change, organized by the UNFCCC secretariat and the UNDP-GEF Small Grants Program, seeks videos of up to 3 minutes showcasing actions to fight climate change.

The competition has three categories: land, biodiversity and climate. Videos must be in English or have English subtitles.

Winners will receive an all-expenses trip to the 25th session of the UN Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP 25) December in Chile, where they will work as youth reporters assisting the UN Climate Change team with videos, articles and social media posts.

The deadline is July 28.

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AWDF hosts Workshop on women’s rights, social justice [Africa}

Women writers and journalists can apply to attend this free program.

The African Women’s Development Fund (AWDF) will host the African Women Writers Workshop Oct. 21 to 30 in Ghana.

The program will focus on writing about women’s rights and social justice. Participants will be expected to read from assigned selected texts and complete daily writing exercises.

Applicants must be from the African region or the diaspora, be a feminist or women’s rights activist, have high proficiency in English and be an experienced writer.

The organizer will cover travel, meals, accommodations and training materials. Participants from the diaspora may be required to pay part of the cost of airfare depending on the budget·

The deadline is June 24.


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Digital Journalism Center offers online workshop on mobile video [Latin America]

Journalists, students and others can register for this online course in Spanish.

The Digital Journalism Center at the University of Guadalajara offers the course "Video production on mobile devices" July 1 to 21.

Participants will learn how to use mobile apps to produce news videos from a smartphone or tablet, ready to be published on social networks and other platforms.

The workshop will be led by Fidel Romero. The cost is MXN1,100 for Mexicans and US$55 for residents outside Mexico.

The deadline to register is June 16.


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