[Ohio-talk] FW: FW: JOURNALIST INTERNSHIP FOR OHIO DISABILITY PUBLICATION

[Barbara Pierce]

Robert Campbell just sent this to me. I can't think of anyone in Ohio who
might be interested in this opportunity. If you can, please pass this
announcement along.

Thanks,
Barbara

-----Original Message-----
From: Robert D. Campbell [mailto:rdc31 at zips.uakron.edu] 
Sent: Tuesday, June 07, 2011 2:41 PM
To: bpierce at nfb.org
Subject: Fwd: FW: JOURNALIST INTERNSHIP FOR OHIO DISABILITY PUBLICATION

---------- Forwarded message ----------
From: Peggy Dennis <fayed at bgsu.edu>
Date: Tue, 7 Jun 2011 13:02:00 -0400
Subject: FW: JOURNALIST INTERNSHIP FOR OHIO DISABILITY PUBLICATION
To: Lea Anne Kessler <lkessle at bgsu.edu>

Thought you'd be interested in this or would forward it on to others who may
be.




WrightChoice, Inc., headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, will soon launch
an annual publication - DiversAbility Ohio. The book will be filled
with stories and profiles of professionals with disabilities working
in education, STEM careers, creative arts, corporate America,
government, law, non-profit and as entrepreneurs. This publication
will raise the profile of people with disabilities in society and
educate the readers on the talent and wealth of knowledge that exists
within the population. DiversAbility Ohio will include profiles
professionals and rising college students with disabilities
representing various industries and colleges across the state.  There
will be special sections, such as: Trailblazer Spotlight, Profiles
Plus, Generation Next, and a Resource Guide.  This company will grow
each year by expanding to additional states.

A qualified candidate must have excellent communication and writing
skills.  Pursing or have obtained a degree in Public Relations,
Communications, Journalism, or English. Experience conducting
interviews in-person or via telephone is a must. Understanding Person
First Language when writing about people with disabilities is
encouraged (training will be provided).  A successful candidate will
possess a passion to promote the talents and accomplishments of people
with disabilities in the media.   People with disabilities are
encouraged to apply. Please send resume to
diversability at wrightchoice.org.
See full job description below:
This internship is unpaid but will yield great reward and statewide
exposure.




WrightChoice, Inc. - Job Description



DiversAbility Ohio Publication



WrightChoice, Inc., headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, will soon launch
an annual publication - DiversAbility Ohio. The book will be filled
with stories and profiles of professionals with disabilities working
in education, STEM careers, creative arts, corporate America,
government, law, non-profit and as entrepreneurs. This publication
will raise the profile of people with disabilities in society and
educate the readers on the talent and wealth of knowledge that exists
within the population. DiversAbility Ohio will include profiles of
over 100 individuals and rising college students with disabilities
representing various industries and colleges across the state. There
will be special sections, such as: Trailblazer Spotlight, Profiles
Plus, Generation Next, and a Resource Guide. This company will grow
each year by expanding to additional states.



Position Title: Journalist

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**

Qualifications

A qualified candidate must have excellent communication and writing
skills. Pursing or have obtained a degree in Public Relations,
Communications, Journalism, or English. Experience conducting
interviews in-person or via telephone is a must. Understanding Person
First Language when writing about people with disabilities is
encouraged (training will be provided). A successful candidate will
possess a passion to promote the talents and accomplishments of people
with disabilities in the media. People with disabilities are
encouraged to apply.



Responsibilities

. Interview the selected individuals who will be featured in the
publication, face-to-face or via telephone

. Write a 200 word feature story highlighting their background and
accomplishments

. Submit the story to the editor by stated deadline



*This position is currently voluntary, but is an excellent opportunity
to get articles published and promote the accomplishments of an
untapped but extremely accomplished population



How to Apply:

All interested writers please email your resume to
twright at wrightchoice.org  Subject: "Journalist". Please respond as
soon as possible.


------ End of Forwarded Message



-- 
Robert D. Campbell
Managing Editor, Akron Journal of Constitutional Law and Policy
rdc31 at zips.uakron.edu
(216) 659-8543
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