Do you love theatre? Writers and marketeers wanted!

This is your opportunity to learn about the Australian theatre industry, and refine your writing skills. Background: The Prompt Copy is a growing not-for-profit theatre publication. About a month ago, we moved from an e-zine publication to a website-based community. Our site now hosts all our information, which is updated weekly with jobs, auditions, events, news and much more. We need three people – one reviewer in Melbourne, one reviewer in Sydney, and one Assistant Marketer (preferably in Melbourne) Writer (Reviews/Events) X 2 • Will oversee the writing and submission of reviews and events • Will coordinate with our Marketing and Development Manager to encourage and promote our reviews and events sections Assistant Marketer (J&Q/Gallery) X 1 • Will oversee the submission of jokes and quotes and our image gallery sections • Will undertake any tasks required of the Marketing and Development Manager • May require some basic graphic design skills We are extremely flexible in all tasks and demands but all writers MUST have the dedication and communication skills necessary to pursue lines of inquiry, research, and other contributors. Requirements: • An ability to write succinctly, clearly and with flair • An understanding of theatre (we will hire people based on their theatre experience over their writing or marketing skills, so please no applications from those who have no experience in theatre.) • Access to the internet and email, as there will be a heavy reliance on internet communications • The ability to be proactive in keeping to schedules, communicating with the Editor, and other necessary matters All writing will be placed on our community-based website, and a membership and access will be given. You will be able to write, format and publish your writings directly on our site. Hours of work: Will be minimal and workable around your schedule. Because everything is done online, we only ask that you put in an hour or two of writing each week. A timetable will be created with you in order to define a workable schedule and publication deadlines. Opportunities: While we can not offer payment at this time, all writers will be able to gain from working with us. • The ability and opportunity to write and hone your skills • The opportunity to learn about our industry • A reference can be provided • Our eternal gratitude! Applications: Please send d) three examples of your best writing e) your CV f) a cover letter explaining why you would like to write for us, and what you would like to achieve in this role to editor@thepromptcopy.com. For more information about us or our service, please visit www.thepromptcopy.com. And if you would like to ask us something, please do not hesitate to contact us at the above email address. Closing date: 31st October 2006