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90.5 FM WRTE Radio Arte Chicago, es una estación sin fines de lucro, y una iniciativa del National Museum of Mexican Art. |
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90.5 FM WRTE Radio Arte presents:
BROADCASTING & JOURNALISM CLASSES
Español About Radio Arte: 90.5 WRTE-FM Radio Arte is the only Latino-owned, bilingual, youth-driven public radio station that works to advance the voices of our multi-layered society. Through socially conscious journalism, media-literacy training and programming, Radio Arte strives to showcase music, issues, events, and community forums that are representative of Mexican/Latino culture; and provide professional skills & leadership training for youth and adults.
Radio Arte Training Program: Radio Arte’s training program is offered in three phases. The first trimester offers apprentices classes on the basics of radio journalism, digital production, Federal Communication Commission (FCC) rules and regulations, and reporting, coupled with analysis of media ownership and media literacy. During the second and third trimester, participants receive hands-on training in the production of one of Radio Arte’s flagship public affairs programs (First Voice/Primera Voz, Homofrecuencia, Sin Papeles). These programs air live on 90.5 WRTE-FM.
Through Radio Arte’s intensive training program, young adults develop the skills they need to critically analyze and express their views on variety of social & political issues through reporting, commentary and discussion as well as learn skill-sets applicable to a variety of educational and professional endeavors. In addition high school students are also elegible for getting SERVICE LEARNING HOURS for participation.
Qualifications for participation: The program is offered in 2 cohorts. Youth between the ages of 14-19 can apply for the training program that begins June 16th, 2008, and youth 19-24 may apply for the training program that begins in February 2009:
- Journalism and Broadcasting Youth Training Program: Ages 19-24
Last day to apply is May 20th, and course begins June 16th 2008.
- Journalism and Broadcasting Youth Training Program:
Ages 19-24 Last day to apply is November 28th, 2008. Program begins: January 05, 2009
In order to be considered for participation in the training program, youth must
(1) submit an application
(2) attend an interview, scheduled after the receipt of your application
(3) and be able to commit to the full 12 month training program.
Selected applicants will be listed on Radio Arte’s website on May 26th, 2008 or by telephone.
SALUD: HEALING THROUGH THE ARTS
Get paid to create health resourses for the immigrant community
During this 6 week program youth (ages 14-21) will develop “radio novelas” (radio skits) that document and educate the public about health issues faced by immigrant communities in Chicago. During the course youth will be encouraged to their own knowledge and experience being immigrants or descendants of immigrants, in conjunction with interviews in the community, research, and the knowledge of people who have worked in immigrant health.
Participants of this program will receive a stipend (that means you get PAID to participate!). Classes are Monday through Friday from 11:00-3:30 PM, for a 6 week commitment. This summer classes will be offered in English (In 2009 program will be offered in Spanish).
APPLY ONLINE. Last day to apply is May 30th, and classes begin July 7th, 2008.
Salud: Healing through the Arts is part of the New Routes to Community Health initiative, funded by the Robertwood Johnson Foundation and the Benton Foundation. Radio Arte is working in partnership with Latinos Progresando's Teatro Americano and the National Museum of Mexican Art .
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT TANIA UNZUETA AT (312) 455-9455 x 203, or E-MAIL TRAINING @ RADIOARTE.ORG |
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LET YOUR VOICE BE HEARD
The deadline to apply is coming soon! The last day for the Jounralism and Training Program (14-19) is May 16th, and classes start June 16th.
QUE SE ESCUCHE TU VOZ!
La fecha limite para aplicar se acerca pronto. El ultimo dia para el Programa de Entrenamiento (de 14 a 19 años) es el 16 de mayo, y las clases comienzan el 16 de junio.
TRABAJA ESTE VERANO: También puedes aplicar para trabajar (con estipendio) produciendo RADIO NOVELAS durante SALUD: Healing through the arts (de 14 a 21 años). La fecha limite es el 30 de mayo y las clases comienzan el 7 de julio.
SUMMER JOB: You can also apply to work (with a stipend) producing RADIO NOVELAS (radio skits) during our training SALUD: Healing through the arts (from 14 to 21 years old). The deadline to apply is May 30th, and classes begin July 7th.
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RADIO ARTE'S TRAINING PROGRAM PRODUCTIONS
After students finish their first trimester in the Training Program, they become producers and reporters for one of these Radio Arte productions:
Primera Voz: This Spanish-language public affairs show is the only public broadcast in the country of its kind done by youth for youth. It airs Mondays and Wednesdays from 6:00-7:00 PM.
First Voice: This English-language broadcast seeks to showcase youth's true voices and perspectives through in-depth reporting and discussions based around issues of social justice. It airs Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:00-7:00PM.
Homofrecuencia: The only Spanish-language radio program for and by gay, lesbian, bisexual, trans, queer and questioning youth. Recipient of special honors by the Gay and Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation in 2007. It airs Mondays from 7:00-9:00 PM.
Sin Papeles: This Spanish-language broadcast features interviews and news around immigration politics, focusing on information relevant to undocumented immigrants. It airs Sundays at 11:00 AM. |
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