Upcoming Events and Professional Development as of Feb. 28/23
Conferences and professional development of interest to magazine professionals in Canada, the U.S. and beyond.
Conferences and professional development of interest to magazine professionals in Canada, the U.S. and beyond.
“Don’t pigeon-hole yourself – try everything you are offered.” — Interview by Alice Watkin, intern, for MagsBC.
“It’s really fun to have a publication—definitely a lot of work, but also a complete labour of love. So, if you’re planning to do it, make sure you enjoy yourself.” — Interview by Alice Watkin, intern, for MagsBC.
“The industry is very tough right now, but there are also many opportunities.” — Interview by Alice Watkin, intern, for MagsBC.
Conferences and professional development of interest to magazine professionals in Canada, the U.S. and beyond.
$17.50/hour + 12% in lieu of benefits, 20 hours/week, 16 weeks (Sept-Dec 2022). This position is open to women (cis and trans), trans men, Two Spirit, and nonbinary folks. BIPOC applicants will be prioritized.
Conferences and professional development of interest to magazine professionals in Canada, the U.S. and beyond.
Guests: writer & editor Lue Palmer and multi-disciplinary artist Adhel Arop
Applications always open. Placements are unpaid and for-credit.
Guests: Award-winning writer Carleigh Baker and writer & comms professional Leah Edwards
Guests: Magazine exporter Regina Erak and journalist Lisa Kadane
North American magazine veterans discuss what worked, what didn’t, and what’s to be learned. Come join the conversation!
Guests: writer & editor andrea bennett and photojournalist Jesse Winter
$38,500, 26 hours/week (some hours can be worked from home), $65/monthly benefits allowance, annual cost of living increase of 4.35%. Apply by April 15. Starts June 1.
Permanent, full-time (38 hours/week), work-from-home position starting May 1. $20/hour + health benefits + 2 weeks paid vacation.
Conferences and professional development of interest to magazine professionals in Canada, the U.S. and beyond.
Full-time, $60-$80K/year, can work remotely. Main focus: Canadian Auto Dealer magazine.
A hands-on workshop for magazine professionals on copyediting with a focus on anti-oppression and equity, diversity and inclusion.
— Interviewed by Crystal Peng, freelance writer and MagsBC intern, January 7, 2022.
A hands-on workshop for magazine professionals on copyediting with a focus on anti-oppression and equity, diversity and inclusion.
A hands-on workshop for magazine professionals on proper sitting posture, easy stretching exercises and setting up an ergonomic home office.
By Zenev and Associates based on 2021 Jan-Mar feedback from publishers, staff, freelancers and others in the Canadian magazine industry. AMPA/MagsBC initiative.
Canada Periodical Fund and Canada Council for the Arts funding.
Subject to Canada Periodical Fund approving our funding application.
With Jessica Fabrizius. Includes features, costs, and user experience of 11 providers. Registrants will receive the draft report in advance of the webinar.
We acknowledge that the Magazine Association of BC carries out its work on the unceded territory of the Coast Salish Peoples, including the territories of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) First Nations.
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