Winnipeg, MB - The Winnipeg Public Library is seeking applications for the 2014-2015 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 public programs within Winnipeg.
The residency will begin October 1, 2014 and run for seven months, subject to funding.
The Writer-in-Residence will spend 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 or her own writing. The program is offered province-wide; some travel within Manitoba may be required.
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.
Application:
The 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
- Proposal for one public program or workshop
Apply to:
Writer-in-Residence Selection Committee
c/o Reader Services, Millennium Library
251 Donald Street
Winnipeg, MB R3C 3P5
Note: Previous applicants and former Writers-in-Residence may submit an application for consideration.
Application deadline:
Monday, June 16, 2014
The Writer-in-Residence program is co-sponsored by: the Winnipeg Public Library, the Winnipeg Public Library Board, Friends of the Winnipeg Public Library, the Manitoba Writers’ Guild, and Manitoba Tourism, Culture, Heritage, Sport and Consumer Protection.