WINNIPEG - April 30, 2012 - Winnipeg Public Library is seeking applications for the 2012/2013 edition of its Writer-in-Residence program.
From an office at Winnipeg's Millennium Library, the Writer-in-Residence will work with emerging Manitoba writers by email and phone as well as through individual consultations, group workshops and programs within Winnipeg. The residency will begin October 1, 2012 and run for seven months, subject to funding. The Writer-in-Residence will spend a minimum of 40 per cent of the time (14.5 hours per week) on public consultation work and 60 per cent (20.5 hours per week) on his/her own writing. Some travel within the province may be required.
The Writer-in-Residence program is co-sponsored by the Winnipeg Public Library Board, the Friends of the Winnipeg Public Library, the Manitoba Writers' Guild, and the Manitoba Government. As a result of the support provided by the Public Library Services Branch of Manitoba Culture, Heritage and Tourism, the Writer-in-Residence program will be offered province-wide for the fifth year in a row.
Criteria
The successful applicant must have had at least two books published professionally as well as previous experience in teaching, mentoring or as a manuscript evaluator or editor. Preference may be given to Manitoba residents.
Salary: $3,570.00 per month
Application
Your letter of application must include the following:
- History of literary publications in poetry, drama, fiction or non-fiction
- Statement of personal mentoring philosophy
- Experience in conducting writing courses, workshops, editing, etc.
- Description of the personal writing project to be worked on during the residency
Apply to:
Writer-in-Residence Selection Committee - c/o Readers Services
Millennium Library, 251 Donald Street
Winnipeg MB R3C 3P5
Application deadline: Monday, June 4, 2012
Note: Previous applicants and former Writers-in-Residence may submit an application for consideration.