Call for Applications: Writer/Storyteller-in-Residence

A professional writer or storyteller is sought for the position of Writer/Storyteller-in-Residence at the Centre for Creative Writing and Oral Culture at the University of Manitoba.

The incumbent will provide mentorship and practical artistic advice to developing writers and storytellers at the University of Manitoba, give a limited number of readings or performances on campus, and lead an informal non-credit workshop.

The remaining time will be devoted to the writer or storyteller’s own artistic projects. Salary is $20,000 for this four-month position, from approximately Sept. 1 to Dec. 16, 2011. Accommodation and return transportation will be provided.

Please submit a covering letter, CV or résumé (outlining publications, performances, awards, residencies), a writing sample of no more than 20 pages (double-spaced and typed in a standard 12-point font) and two letters of reference. All nationalities are encouraged to apply; however, full proficiency in English is required. The Centre is committed to principles of employment equity. Information about the Centre may be found at http://umanitoba.ca/centres/ccwoc/

Send applications by Nov. 22/10 to:

Dr. Warren Cariou,
Director
Centre for Creative Writing and Oral Culture
University of Manitoba
391 University College,
220 Dysart Road
Winnipeg, Manitoba
R3T 2M8
Canada

Email: ccwoc@cc.umanitoba.ca