Do you want to join the Blackbird Team?
Becoming a member of our magazine would not only benefit your business, writing and other related skills, but it looks good on a resume, and is probable that there will be other opportunities down the road for staff members of Blackbird, including potential salaries. We would love to have you as part of our team, but due to the nature of this project, please understand we want serious volunteers only who are as dedicated as are to the success of Gothic Blackbird. Another major benefit of becoming a member of staff is you get exclusive privileges such as a special yearly 6-page showcase article in an issue of the Blackbird magazine, which features a detailed bio of your life, hobbies and art, and also features illustrations and writing by you.
We are looking for only the most motivated, ambitious individuals to volunteer for positions in promotions, submission management, social media management, web design, layout and editing, and finances/fundraising. If you want to volunteer for any of these positions you must be willing to devote (at least) 3-4 hours per week (or more) to whatever position you fill. If you think you have what it takes, fill out the form below and you will hear back from us in 24 hours to set up an interview either in person or over the phone, depending on your location. If we decide you are a good fit for our team, we will let you know, and you will begin your 2 week trial period, where we will analyze your performance. If we are pleased with your efforts, you will become a member of the permanent staff after the 2 weeks. Take a look at our basic skills requirements and preferences:
- Basic computer skills and experience with Microsoft Word
- A strong interest and experience in one or more of: Photography, art, writing, or design.
- Strong organizational skills
- Good Time Management skills
- Ambitious and motivated personality
- Ability to meet deadlines
Skills/experience preferred but not required
- HTML and CSS
- Javascript
- C++ or other programming skills
- Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Indesign, PDFs.
- Social Media skills: Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, Youtube, etc.