Application forms are now available for this year’s PBBY-NBDB Salaysayan, a nationwide storytelling contest. Organized by the Philippine Board on Books for Young People (PBBY) and the National Book Development Board (NBDB), Salaysayan 2008 is a project that encourages a love for reading and children’s books through the celebration of the Filipino’s talent for storytelling.
The contest is open to both amateurs and professionals aged 21 and above. Only those whose duly accomplished Application Forms are officially received by PBBY by August 31, 2008 will be accepted as contestants. Before the actual competition, interested parties must attend the orientation sessions on the rules of the competition, as well as accepted storytelling methods.
Only 10 contestants shall make it to the finals on September 16, 2008 at the Manila International Book Fair.
Judges for both the eliminations and grand finals shall be designated by the PBBY. There will be two categories: English and Filipino. Prizes for the winners of each category shall be: P15,000 for the First Prize; P7,000 for the Second Prize; and, P3,000 for the Third Prize. Only books published from 2005-2008, and those not in this list are allowed as contest pieces for the NBDB-PBBY Salaysayan 2008.
Download the application form here
Thursday, July 24, 2008
Tuesday, July 22, 2008
Home Based Copywriter for Auction & eBusiness Website Needed
Interested in online marketplaces and the latest Internet technology Got a background in communications, journalism or writing for the web? Then this could be the position for you!
We are looking for a creative, driven and experienced copywriter with exceptional research skills and an interest in Internet technology. In this position, you will be responsible for researching and writing content for our wholesale directory. The content you produce will help to educate our visitors on issues relating to the wholesale industry, selling online and running a business.
Applicants will be able to demonstrate:
* A solid working knowledge of online marketplaces
* The ability to alter tone and style to suit the demographic
* Outstanding oral and written communication skills in English
* Ability to meet deadlines on a constant basis
Experience in technical and/or marketing writing is an advantage.
Send your Portfolio, CV and Cover Letter to jobs@doubledotmedia.com. In your cover letter please explain why we should hire you and provide three examples of your best writing.
We are looking for a creative, driven and experienced copywriter with exceptional research skills and an interest in Internet technology. In this position, you will be responsible for researching and writing content for our wholesale directory. The content you produce will help to educate our visitors on issues relating to the wholesale industry, selling online and running a business.
Applicants will be able to demonstrate:
* A solid working knowledge of online marketplaces
* The ability to alter tone and style to suit the demographic
* Outstanding oral and written communication skills in English
* Ability to meet deadlines on a constant basis
Experience in technical and/or marketing writing is an advantage.
Send your Portfolio, CV and Cover Letter to jobs@doubledotmedia.com. In your cover letter please explain why we should hire you and provide three examples of your best writing.
Monday, July 21, 2008
Exhibit of Best-Loved Children’s Book Characters
After surveying hundreds of Filipino children, here is an exhibit of life-size sculptures of the 25 best-loved children's book characters. The sculptures are done by members of Ang Ilustrador ng Kabataan (Ang InK).
The Best-Loved Children's Book Characters Exhibit will be on July 15-22, at the Atrium, Cultural Center of the Philippines and on September 12-16, at the SMX Convention CenterFrom http://www.pbby.org.ph/
The Best-Loved Children's Book Characters Exhibit will be on July 15-22, at the Atrium, Cultural Center of the Philippines and on September 12-16, at the SMX Convention CenterFrom http://www.pbby.org.ph/
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