Welcome to our blog! SSE, Inc. is a 501(C)(3) organized non-profit exclusively for charitable, scientific and educational purposes; more specifically to promote public awareness, provide information and education to our communities and underprivileged inner city kids/teens/college students, and support the value of sisterhood and professionalism while representing a character of integrity. We empower females to become their best!
Wednesday, October 24, 2012
Monday, October 22, 2012
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ A letter to my SiStErs Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ
First I want to say thank you for taking the time to read my
thoughts.
I was motivated to write this to you, because sometimes
certain things can’t be communicated verbally.
I am truly grateful that you chose to extend your skills,
talents, gifts, time, and energy to this cause.
You could have joined many other groups, cliques, or
organizations, but you see that this is bigger than that, even if you did purue other opportunities.
SSE can only survive on love and support. The heartbeat of
the organization is solely based on what we all contribute to it.
There are all things that we must work on to become better
women or VIRTUOUS women (if your heart skipped a beat, or if you feel like that
statement is for you, it is…) ---
But that is why we are striving for Excellence. Excellence
is above average, not perfection. Excellence is equivalent to high quality…That
alone should demonstrate to others your our Worth.
This group is bigger than me & u; WE are creating
history.
Do you realize that you have the power to influence the next
generation?
Do you understand that in this very moment, you are reading
this because you are purposed to help other women become everything that you
are striving to become---which is better....Your BEST. #AboveAverage #Excellent
Sometimes we fight with our family members, because
disagreements are inevitable. But we must forgive one another and keep moving
forward.
If I have done anything to anyone of you, I apologize, sincerely. I
promise from the bottom and top of my heart it wasn’t intentional. Now that I
have taken accountability for any wrong actions, I commission you to do the
same with your sisters. We all chose each other...
You are a light that shines in someone’s eyes. You are being
watched by others. Be a great role model. When you decided to wear the name
Sister Striving for Excellence across your chest, you made a decision to be an
ambassador for a cause that will assist our future leaders and women.
We are Women with a purpose. We are Sisters Striving for Excellence!
Butterfly hugs & kisses Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ
Tawana
You cannot LOVE while HATING, PROGRESS while OPPRESSING,
come TOGETHER in DISUNITY, BUILD while TEARING down, JOIN while SEPARATING, UNDERSTAND while not LISTENING, GIVE
while WITHHOLDING, CREATE while DESTROYING, OVERCOME while in FEAR.
IT IS SIMPLY IMPOSSIBLE!
-Iyanla Vanzant
Monday, July 30, 2012
#ApplySiStErs
Let them wait. And wait they do. -Jackee'
All relationships are like like contractual agreements.
Each party expects to receive certain things.
In our intimate relationships, sex is like a signature on the contract.
Unfortunately, many of us sign the contract without reading the fine print.
By the time we discover what kind of deal we are being offered, we are bound by our signature.
Some contracts have a ninety day grace period.
This gives the parties the opportunity to examine the merchandise, test the service, make any necessary adjustments or bow out of the agreement.
It makes sense to apply a grace period to our intimate relationships.
We may need time to assess behavior, true intentions and the performance history of the prospects.
The fine-print issues such as habits, motive and background cannot be seen with closed eyes.
Iyanla Vanzant
July 31 - Acts of Faith
Tuesday, May 15, 2012
Top 10 mistakes on a Resume: A Recruiters Advice
#1 - It HAS an objective. An objective is very 80's and if you want to make an immediate impression that are you not "with the times", put an objective at the top of your resume. (Don't let anyone tell you any different, there are many better options!)
#2 - It has no focus. If I can't figure out what you are wanting to do in the first 5 seconds that I read your resume, you can be assured that no one else is going to know either. Don't assume, tell us.
# 3 - Too much white space. If your key accomplishments are 3 words or the 2nd page of your resume is only 5 lines long, you have a problem.
#4 - It just doesn't look professional. I compare it to walking into an interview with your shirt untucked or with food on your face from lunch. If you screw up the first impression, you might as well pack it in. Your resume IS that first impression.
#5 - It's too long. I tell clients all the time......unless you are a C-level executive with 40 years of experience, there is rarely ever a reason your resume should be more than 2 pages. Always keep the reader in mind when you know they all have a short attention span. No need to tell us your life story, just need the highlights.
#6 - You mention "references available upon request" as the last line of your resume. Please, please, please - take it off it now. That is always assumed, if someone wants references, they will ask. It makes it look like you are trying to fill space on your resume - which is all you are doing.
#7 - Way overusing, fonts, bold, and italics. It's OK to use them, but use them sparingly and be consistent. Anything else and your resume can turn into a mess quickly.
#8 - Putting bullets on every single line of your resume. This one kind of cracks me up because if the point of a bullet is to highlight a key accomplishment, if every line has a bullet - how can I tell what's important? Bullets are great, but always save them for key specific details that you want the reader to find easily.
#9 - Putting months on a resume. This one is a personal preference, but when you tell me that you started a job in Jan of 1990 and left in Dec of 1991, that's a bit more information than I need to know. I think just saying 1990 to 1991 makes it much easier for the reader to determine time frames. You are still being honest, but if someone needs to know more specifics, they can ask.
#10 - Spelling and grammar issues. This could be the #1 killer mistake on a resume. If you can't put a sentence together correctly or figure out how to use spell check, I might question hiring you too. Proof read it over and over, have someone else read it and proof read it again. It's that important!
I hope this was helpful. If you have any interest in doing a one on one resume review with me, send your resume to me at mike@maetzresumeconsulting.com
#2 - It has no focus. If I can't figure out what you are wanting to do in the first 5 seconds that I read your resume, you can be assured that no one else is going to know either. Don't assume, tell us.
# 3 - Too much white space. If your key accomplishments are 3 words or the 2nd page of your resume is only 5 lines long, you have a problem.
#4 - It just doesn't look professional. I compare it to walking into an interview with your shirt untucked or with food on your face from lunch. If you screw up the first impression, you might as well pack it in. Your resume IS that first impression.
#5 - It's too long. I tell clients all the time......unless you are a C-level executive with 40 years of experience, there is rarely ever a reason your resume should be more than 2 pages. Always keep the reader in mind when you know they all have a short attention span. No need to tell us your life story, just need the highlights.
#6 - You mention "references available upon request" as the last line of your resume. Please, please, please - take it off it now. That is always assumed, if someone wants references, they will ask. It makes it look like you are trying to fill space on your resume - which is all you are doing.
#7 - Way overusing, fonts, bold, and italics. It's OK to use them, but use them sparingly and be consistent. Anything else and your resume can turn into a mess quickly.
#8 - Putting bullets on every single line of your resume. This one kind of cracks me up because if the point of a bullet is to highlight a key accomplishment, if every line has a bullet - how can I tell what's important? Bullets are great, but always save them for key specific details that you want the reader to find easily.
#9 - Putting months on a resume. This one is a personal preference, but when you tell me that you started a job in Jan of 1990 and left in Dec of 1991, that's a bit more information than I need to know. I think just saying 1990 to 1991 makes it much easier for the reader to determine time frames. You are still being honest, but if someone needs to know more specifics, they can ask.
#10 - Spelling and grammar issues. This could be the #1 killer mistake on a resume. If you can't put a sentence together correctly or figure out how to use spell check, I might question hiring you too. Proof read it over and over, have someone else read it and proof read it again. It's that important!
I hope this was helpful. If you have any interest in doing a one on one resume review with me, send your resume to me at mike@maetzresumeconsulting.com
Check out http://maetzresumeconsulting.com
Thursday, April 19, 2012
JOBS in Entertainment
APRIL 2012 JOB OPENINGS
Duration: April-June (unpaid consulting period), July & August (paid term)
Compensation: 6-week unlimited metro card. $2000 total stipend for 6 week academy. 20-25 hours a week (Mon-Thurs 8:30am-1:30am, Friday 9-12). Daily lunch is provided.
WEEN is looking for a multi-tasking, self-initiative, socialable woman who can assist the WEEN academy director in daily logistics of the WEEN academy. Executive Assistant will be in charge of recording student attendance, coordinating with caterers for daily lunch deliveries, coordinating celebrity/executive travel and arrival hospitality, coordination of mentor/student logistics, and help manager WEEN academy volunteers.
Qualifications: Candidates must possess impeccable communication and writing skills, exquisite orginization skills, take and give instructions well, upbeat, and should be quick on her feet & swift thinker to handle last minute changes. Prefer candidates with experience with clerical administration skills (microsoft word, excel, powerpoint, google documents, typing skills) and customer service skills. Knoweledge of entertainment industry is a plus but not required.
Candidate should be prepared to have weekly conference calls with the WEEN director to help plan the WEEN orientation and overall coordination of the academy.
SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY. Please email resume and cover letter to Latasha@weenonline.org by noon EST, March 10, 2012. Please put "WEEN ACADEMY EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT---(add your name)" in the subject headline. Example; WEEN ACADEMY EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT--Jane Doe. (emails without this subject headline will not be considered)
Duration--1 year, position will be filled immediately.
WEEN is looking for two extremely experienced individuals with grant writing and fundraising backgrounds/skils. Candidate must have great negotiating skills and contacts with major corporations. Great organizational and communication skills. Must have a working knowledge of fundraising in conjunction with 501c3 non-profits. Graduate level degree is preferred but not mandatory. Experience with bringing in money is preferred.
Compensation: Consultants will be paid according to the accounts they secure. They will get 10-15% of the money they secure for WEEN. All terms will be discussed in a detailed meeting/contract.
SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY. Please send resume and cover letter to Latasha@weenonline.org by noon EST, March 10, 2012. Please put "WEEN academy fundraiser consultant---(add your name)" in the subject headline. Example; WEEN academy fundraiser consultant--Jane Doe. (emails without this subject headline will not be considered)
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Duration: April 2012-December 2012
WEEN is looking for 5 dedicated and innovative thinkers to serve on the WEEN acadeemy planning committee. The women selected would consult and help with the creative the direction of the WEEN academy website, calendar management of celebrity/executive professors, internship research and implementation, field trip logistics and analyzing mentorship analysis/student feedback surveys. Planners will be required to participate in one-30 minute conference call each week from April-August to consult with the WEEN academy director on the academy layout and logistics.
Duties: create/research field trip options, create internship calendars, plan/secure NYC based WEEN academy orientation in July and the WEEN academy graduation in August, Please add if you have experience updating basic wordpress websites (not mandatory but a plus).
Qualifications: Prefer candidates with experience in event planning, budgeting, education, and/or mentoring. Great writing and communication skills, creative, knoweledge of entertainment industry.
Compensation: This is a volunteer position with great perks of WEEN awards tickets, spotlight features on weenonline.org and possible consideration for a paid position with WEEN in the future depending on openings and performance.
SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY. Please send resume and cover letter to Latasha@weenonline.org by noon EST, March 10, 2012. Please put "WEEN ACADEMY PLANNING---(add your name)" in the subject headline. Example; WEEN ACADEMY PLANNING--Jane Doe. (emails without this subject headline will not be considered)
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Duration: July 5--August 16, 2012 (only 2 days a week M-F 8:30-1pm), Lunch and metro card is provided.
WEEN is looking to hire 2-3 dedicated, energetic women who are savvy with social media to serve as WEEN academy volunteers for 6 weeks.
1--The women selected will capture video, confessionals of students on flip cameras and be responsible for helping to update the WEEN academy website, posting it to the WEEN twitter & facebook accounts on a daily basis. Volunteers will keep a log of questions from our virtual followers to ask celebrity/executive professors during various segments of classes. Candidates will also help with twitter/FB marketing of upcoming notable guests.
2--Candidates will greet all guest professors & set up daily lunches.
3--Volunteers will be asked to decorate WEEN academy boardroom & classrooms July 5 & 6, 2012.
Qualifications: Candidates must have a great working knowledge of Twitter, Facebook and Youtube logistics. Must be able to meet quick deadlines. Candidates should have a working laptop they can bring to the academy each day. Basic use of flip cameras & and creative eye for video. Perfect opportunity for up and coming TV producers who want to get their feet wet with pre-interviewing guests. Candidates but have a sense of urgency and can take/give instructions in a professional manner.
Compensation: This is a volunteer position with great perks of WEEN awards tickets and a possible consideration for a paid position with WEEN in the future depending on openings and performance.
SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY. Please send resume and cover letter to Latasha@weenonline.org by noon EST, March 10, 2012. Please put "WEEN SOCIAL MEDIA VOLUNTEER---(add your name)" in the subject headline. Example; WEEN SOCIAL MEDIA VOLUNTEER--Jane Doe. (emails without this subject headline will not be considered)
JOB OPENING: DIR-OPS/NYC/Brdcst set design comp: Plan, manage, track from conception thru implementation. Ensure & improve performance, effic & profit. Must read design docs. 7-10 yrs industry ops exp. Resume to design640@gmail.com (4/17)
JOB OPENING: ASSOCIATE PRODUCER/NYC: NYC Game Show seeks AP to audition & produce contestants for show. Reports to Supervising Producer. Great communication skills & previous casting exp a plus! Resume to: nycgameap@gmail.com (4/17)
JOB OPENING: RESEARCH MGR/Sportsman Channel/NY: Wkly reprts, selling stories, rsrch. Bachelor's deg, 2-3 yrs exp w/natl rated cable network. Full info/apply: www.thesportsmanchannel.com (4/17)
JOB OPENING: EVENT MGR/NASCAR/NY: Manage various sponsor hospitality services & commitments. 5+ yrs exp in event management/marketing/sports. www.employment.nascar.com (4/17)
JOB OPENING: APs and RESEARCHERS/National Talk show/NYC: Hiring for Conflict/Resolution driven stories. Main duties include booking guests, social media, research, etc. Job starts in May! Email resumes to: EPTalkShow@gmail.com (4/17)
JOB OPENING: SALES SERVICE REP/Chicago: Assist the Account Executive in his/her efforts to maximize advertising revenue for A+E Networks. https://www.abso.com/jobboard/
JOB OPENING: COPYWRITER/NBCUniversal/NYC: Lead the writing, conception and creation of materials supporting integrated media. Apply: www.nbcunicareers.com #4754 (4/13)
JOB OPENING: SENIOR MARKETING MANAGER/NBCUniversal/NYC: Develop/execute digital, mobile/social media strategies, Events and web, editorial and strategic partnerships. Apply: www.nbcunicareers.com #4666 (4/13)
JOB OPENING: DIR., DIGITAL AUDIENCE RESEARCH/NBCUniversal/LAC/
JOB OPENING: DIR., AD SALES MARKETING INTEGRATED MEDIA/NBCUniversal/NYC: Develop solutions for ad partners across NBCU platforms, strategize to meet revenue goals, present client proposals. Apply: www.nbcunicareers.com #4459 (4/13)
JOB OPENING: POST PRODUCTION MANAGER/NBCUniversal/Burbank: Manage Bravo's on-air promotions technical post production process. Need Avid/ProTools systems experience/knowledge of technical equipment. Apply: www.nbcunicareers.com #4811 (4/13)
JOB OPENING: SR. ANALYST, SALES RESEARCH/NBCUniversal/NYC: Position supports TV & multi-platform performance data. Syndicated reporting databases experience is a must. Apply: www.nbcunicareers.com #4413 (4/13)
JOB OPENING: WRITER/PRODUCER, CREATIVE SERVICES/NBCUniversal/
JOB OPENING: DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT/RLTV/Baltimore, MD: Planning, development and mgmt of original series/specials for this 50+ network. Must have prior factual development exp. at a cable network. Send resume to: resume@rl.tv (4/13)
JOB OPENING: VP, STRATEGIC RSRCH/SCRIPPS NETWORKS/NYC or Knoxville: Must have Market Research, Consumer insights and Media Measurement, 12 years of experience. Info: http://www.
JOB OPENING: SPONSORSHIP TV SALES MGR/WRNN-TV/Westchester, NY: 3+yrs TV sales & sponsorship exp req. Drive new business; dev. corp. sponsorships. Must have rolodex of contacts. Resume/apply: resume@rnntv.com (4/13)
JOB OPENING: SALES ASST/SPT/NY: Assist SVP Digital Planning & Ops in all admin aspects. Apply with cover/resume at www.sonypicscareers.com (4/13)
JOB OPENING: DIGITAL SALES PLANNER/SPT/NY: Review & develop RFPs, research & Ad Ops. Apply with cover/resume at www.sonypicscareers.com (4/13)
JOB OPENING: ACCT SERVICES EXEC/NY: 5+ yrs working in Media Industry a must! Passion 4/selling. Assist AD w/all aspects of sales cycle. Assist in driving revenue growth. BA/BS pref in mktg/comm. Apply: www.ncm.com #12-0065 (4/13)
JOB OPENING: HR BUSINESS PARTNER/Discovery/NY: responsible for strategic & tactical HR support to develop, engage, & retain talent for Ad Sls/Animal Planet; 5+ yrs progressive HR generalist exp; http://careers.discovery.com/ # 5463 (4/13)
JOB OPENING: SVP PROD MGMNT/Discovery/LA: Support ntwrk EPs & external prod w/prgmg objectives & overall bus. goals; 12+yrs prod logistics, rights issues, tlnt negotiations & ind stndrd practices; http://careers.discovery.com/ # 5671 (4/13)
JOB OPENING: DIR PRIC'G/PLAN'G/Fox Cable Ntwks/NY: Dirct daily anlysis of profits of ad rev for portfolio ntwks. BS/BA req. + 3-5 yrs ad sales or media buy'g exp. More info: www.foxcareers.com FNG0001096 (4/12)
JOB OPENING: MANAGER, RESEARCH/OWN/Oprah Winfrey Network/LA: Must have show testing, survey development, ratings analysis, Star & Npower exp. Apply at http://careers.own.tv (4/12)
JOB OPENING: BUYING ASSISTANT/OFFICE ADMIN/SADLER STRATEGIC MEDIA/STUDIO CITY, CA: Sm political media shop needs right-hand assistant. Strata exp a plus. Be my apprentice, great opportunity. Apply: sheri@sadlerstrategic.com (4/12)
JOB OPENING: DIGITAL SALES RESEARCH MGR/NBCUniversal/NY: 3-5 years exp for CNBC Digital Sales/Research role. Manage research across digital properties; present to management & clients. Apply: nbcunicareers.com Job#5109BR (4/12)
JOB OPENING: MGR, PRICING/PLNN'G/Fox Cable Ntwks-NY: Resp for daily components of Sales Plann'g function incl. short term tactical report'g & inv. mgmt. BS/BA req. + 3-5 yrs ad sales or media buy'g exp. www.foxcareers.com FNG0001086 (4/11)
JOB OPENING: ASSOCIATE PRODUCER/NYC: NYC Game Show seeks AP to audition & produce contestants for show. Reports to Supervising Producer. Great communication skills & previous casting exp a plus! Resume to: nycgameap@gmail.com (4/17)
JOB OPENING: RESEARCH MGR/Sportsman Channel/NY: Wkly reprts, selling stories, rsrch. Bachelor's deg, 2-3 yrs exp w/natl rated cable network. Full info/apply: www.thesportsmanchannel.com (4/17)
JOB OPENING: EVENT MGR/NASCAR/NY: Manage various sponsor hospitality services & commitments. 5+ yrs exp in event management/marketing/sports. www.employment.nascar.com (4/17)
JOB OPENING: APs and RESEARCHERS/National Talk show/NYC: Hiring for Conflict/Resolution driven stories. Main duties include booking guests, social media, research, etc. Job starts in May! Email resumes to: EPTalkShow@gmail.com (4/17)
JOB OPENING: SALES SERVICE REP/Chicago: Assist the Account Executive in his/her efforts to maximize advertising revenue for A+E Networks. https://www.abso.com/jobboard/
JOB OPENING: COPYWRITER/NBCUniversal/NYC: Lead the writing, conception and creation of materials supporting integrated media. Apply: www.nbcunicareers.com #4754 (4/13)
JOB OPENING: SENIOR MARKETING MANAGER/NBCUniversal/NYC: Develop/execute digital, mobile/social media strategies, Events and web, editorial and strategic partnerships. Apply: www.nbcunicareers.com #4666 (4/13)
JOB OPENING: DIR., DIGITAL AUDIENCE RESEARCH/NBCUniversal/LAC/
JOB OPENING: DIR., AD SALES MARKETING INTEGRATED MEDIA/NBCUniversal/NYC: Develop solutions for ad partners across NBCU platforms, strategize to meet revenue goals, present client proposals. Apply: www.nbcunicareers.com #4459 (4/13)
JOB OPENING: POST PRODUCTION MANAGER/NBCUniversal/Burbank: Manage Bravo's on-air promotions technical post production process. Need Avid/ProTools systems experience/knowledge of technical equipment. Apply: www.nbcunicareers.com #4811 (4/13)
JOB OPENING: SR. ANALYST, SALES RESEARCH/NBCUniversal/NYC: Position supports TV & multi-platform performance data. Syndicated reporting databases experience is a must. Apply: www.nbcunicareers.com #4413 (4/13)
JOB OPENING: WRITER/PRODUCER, CREATIVE SERVICES/NBCUniversal/
JOB OPENING: DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT/RLTV/Baltimore, MD: Planning, development and mgmt of original series/specials for this 50+ network. Must have prior factual development exp. at a cable network. Send resume to: resume@rl.tv (4/13)
JOB OPENING: VP, STRATEGIC RSRCH/SCRIPPS NETWORKS/NYC or Knoxville: Must have Market Research, Consumer insights and Media Measurement, 12 years of experience. Info: http://www.
JOB OPENING: SPONSORSHIP TV SALES MGR/WRNN-TV/Westchester, NY: 3+yrs TV sales & sponsorship exp req. Drive new business; dev. corp. sponsorships. Must have rolodex of contacts. Resume/apply: resume@rnntv.com (4/13)
JOB OPENING: SALES ASST/SPT/NY: Assist SVP Digital Planning & Ops in all admin aspects. Apply with cover/resume at www.sonypicscareers.com (4/13)
JOB OPENING: DIGITAL SALES PLANNER/SPT/NY: Review & develop RFPs, research & Ad Ops. Apply with cover/resume at www.sonypicscareers.com (4/13)
JOB OPENING: ACCT SERVICES EXEC/NY: 5+ yrs working in Media Industry a must! Passion 4/selling. Assist AD w/all aspects of sales cycle. Assist in driving revenue growth. BA/BS pref in mktg/comm. Apply: www.ncm.com #12-0065 (4/13)
JOB OPENING: HR BUSINESS PARTNER/Discovery/NY: responsible for strategic & tactical HR support to develop, engage, & retain talent for Ad Sls/Animal Planet; 5+ yrs progressive HR generalist exp; http://careers.discovery.com/ # 5463 (4/13)
JOB OPENING: SVP PROD MGMNT/Discovery/LA: Support ntwrk EPs & external prod w/prgmg objectives & overall bus. goals; 12+yrs prod logistics, rights issues, tlnt negotiations & ind stndrd practices; http://careers.discovery.com/ # 5671 (4/13)
JOB OPENING: DIR PRIC'G/PLAN'G/Fox Cable Ntwks/NY: Dirct daily anlysis of profits of ad rev for portfolio ntwks. BS/BA req. + 3-5 yrs ad sales or media buy'g exp. More info: www.foxcareers.com FNG0001096 (4/12)
JOB OPENING: MANAGER, RESEARCH/OWN/Oprah Winfrey Network/LA: Must have show testing, survey development, ratings analysis, Star & Npower exp. Apply at http://careers.own.tv (4/12)
JOB OPENING: BUYING ASSISTANT/OFFICE ADMIN/SADLER STRATEGIC MEDIA/STUDIO CITY, CA: Sm political media shop needs right-hand assistant. Strata exp a plus. Be my apprentice, great opportunity. Apply: sheri@sadlerstrategic.com (4/12)
JOB OPENING: DIGITAL SALES RESEARCH MGR/NBCUniversal/NY: 3-5 years exp for CNBC Digital Sales/Research role. Manage research across digital properties; present to management & clients. Apply: nbcunicareers.com Job#5109BR (4/12)
JOB OPENING: MGR, PRICING/PLNN'G/Fox Cable Ntwks-NY: Resp for daily components of Sales Plann'g function incl. short term tactical report'g & inv. mgmt. BS/BA req. + 3-5 yrs ad sales or media buy'g exp. www.foxcareers.com FNG0001086 (4/11)
MARCH 1, 2012
WEEN ACADEMY EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT
Location: New York City (must live in the NYC metro area)Duration: April-June (unpaid consulting period), July & August (paid term)
Compensation: 6-week unlimited metro card. $2000 total stipend for 6 week academy. 20-25 hours a week (Mon-Thurs 8:30am-1:30am, Friday 9-12). Daily lunch is provided.
WEEN is looking for a multi-tasking, self-initiative, socialable woman who can assist the WEEN academy director in daily logistics of the WEEN academy. Executive Assistant will be in charge of recording student attendance, coordinating with caterers for daily lunch deliveries, coordinating celebrity/executive travel and arrival hospitality, coordination of mentor/student logistics, and help manager WEEN academy volunteers.
Qualifications: Candidates must possess impeccable communication and writing skills, exquisite orginization skills, take and give instructions well, upbeat, and should be quick on her feet & swift thinker to handle last minute changes. Prefer candidates with experience with clerical administration skills (microsoft word, excel, powerpoint, google documents, typing skills) and customer service skills. Knoweledge of entertainment industry is a plus but not required.
Candidate should be prepared to have weekly conference calls with the WEEN director to help plan the WEEN orientation and overall coordination of the academy.
SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY. Please email resume and cover letter to Latasha@weenonline.org by noon EST, March 10, 2012. Please put "WEEN ACADEMY EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT---(add your name)" in the subject headline. Example; WEEN ACADEMY EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT--Jane Doe. (emails without this subject headline will not be considered)
WEEN ACADEMY FUNDRASIER CONSULTANTS
Location: NationwideDuration--1 year, position will be filled immediately.
WEEN is looking for two extremely experienced individuals with grant writing and fundraising backgrounds/skils. Candidate must have great negotiating skills and contacts with major corporations. Great organizational and communication skills. Must have a working knowledge of fundraising in conjunction with 501c3 non-profits. Graduate level degree is preferred but not mandatory. Experience with bringing in money is preferred.
Compensation: Consultants will be paid according to the accounts they secure. They will get 10-15% of the money they secure for WEEN. All terms will be discussed in a detailed meeting/contract.
SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY. Please send resume and cover letter to Latasha@weenonline.org by noon EST, March 10, 2012. Please put "WEEN academy fundraiser consultant---(add your name)" in the subject headline. Example; WEEN academy fundraiser consultant--Jane Doe. (emails without this subject headline will not be considered)
_________________
WEEN ACADEMY PLANNING COMMITTEE
Location: NationwideDuration: April 2012-December 2012
WEEN is looking for 5 dedicated and innovative thinkers to serve on the WEEN acadeemy planning committee. The women selected would consult and help with the creative the direction of the WEEN academy website, calendar management of celebrity/executive professors, internship research and implementation, field trip logistics and analyzing mentorship analysis/student feedback surveys. Planners will be required to participate in one-30 minute conference call each week from April-August to consult with the WEEN academy director on the academy layout and logistics.
Duties: create/research field trip options, create internship calendars, plan/secure NYC based WEEN academy orientation in July and the WEEN academy graduation in August, Please add if you have experience updating basic wordpress websites (not mandatory but a plus).
Qualifications: Prefer candidates with experience in event planning, budgeting, education, and/or mentoring. Great writing and communication skills, creative, knoweledge of entertainment industry.
Compensation: This is a volunteer position with great perks of WEEN awards tickets, spotlight features on weenonline.org and possible consideration for a paid position with WEEN in the future depending on openings and performance.
SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY. Please send resume and cover letter to Latasha@weenonline.org by noon EST, March 10, 2012. Please put "WEEN ACADEMY PLANNING---(add your name)" in the subject headline. Example; WEEN ACADEMY PLANNING--Jane Doe. (emails without this subject headline will not be considered)
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WEEN ACADEMY SOCIAL MEDIA VOLUNTEERS
Location: New York CityDuration: July 5--August 16, 2012 (only 2 days a week M-F 8:30-1pm), Lunch and metro card is provided.
WEEN is looking to hire 2-3 dedicated, energetic women who are savvy with social media to serve as WEEN academy volunteers for 6 weeks.
1--The women selected will capture video, confessionals of students on flip cameras and be responsible for helping to update the WEEN academy website, posting it to the WEEN twitter & facebook accounts on a daily basis. Volunteers will keep a log of questions from our virtual followers to ask celebrity/executive professors during various segments of classes. Candidates will also help with twitter/FB marketing of upcoming notable guests.
2--Candidates will greet all guest professors & set up daily lunches.
3--Volunteers will be asked to decorate WEEN academy boardroom & classrooms July 5 & 6, 2012.
Qualifications: Candidates must have a great working knowledge of Twitter, Facebook and Youtube logistics. Must be able to meet quick deadlines. Candidates should have a working laptop they can bring to the academy each day. Basic use of flip cameras & and creative eye for video. Perfect opportunity for up and coming TV producers who want to get their feet wet with pre-interviewing guests. Candidates but have a sense of urgency and can take/give instructions in a professional manner.
Compensation: This is a volunteer position with great perks of WEEN awards tickets and a possible consideration for a paid position with WEEN in the future depending on openings and performance.
SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY. Please send resume and cover letter to Latasha@weenonline.org by noon EST, March 10, 2012. Please put "WEEN SOCIAL MEDIA VOLUNTEER---(add your name)" in the subject headline. Example; WEEN SOCIAL MEDIA VOLUNTEER--Jane Doe. (emails without this subject headline will not be considered)
Sunday, April 1, 2012
3 Questions That Will Propel Your Work from Good to Excellent
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Excellence is not about the huge career jump or starting the big business tomorrow. It's about three questions: What are my genuine interests? What are my skill sets? What are the opportunities that I face right now? When it comes to being excellent, what we need to look for is the intersection of these three things. It's there that we need to pounce to reach our full potential.
I've met people who love music—their genuine interest—but they couldn't carry a tune for the life of them. Their passion for music brought them in touch with many musicians (their opportunity), and since their skill set was in operations, they found jobs as band managers and tour operators. They became excellent because they took a candid appraisal of their answers to those questions.
The other thing I've noticed about people who have achieved a measure of excellence is that they have a tendency toward action. If you want to open up a cupcake store, for example, do you really need to wait two years to find the perfect location, raise the money for the rent and refine your recipes? Or, can you start baking tomorrow and start selling to your friends? If you want to write a book, yes, you could outline it forever. Or you could write a quick blog post about the content and put it out there. You'll get feedback immediately on whether it's a viable idea or not.
That's important, because the difference between good and excellence is consistently incorporating feedback. If you have some success, you might think you've reached the limits of your potential, when, in fact, your job at that point is to solicit the opinions that people aren't giving you. If your desire is to make an impact in the world and to do something to the best of your abilities, you need that information. And people will not give it to you unless you squeeze it out of them.
The other mistake many of us make is to move on too quickly when we fail. Our tendency is to immediately try again. If your idea didn't work, you need to sit with this failure a moment. You need to ask your spouse, your partner, your friends, "What are the three things that I could have done differently?" It's painful—who wants to bask in their failure?—but that's how you increase your likelihood for excellence.
When your goal is to consistently improve your work, you need to be long-term greedy, not short-term greedy. What I mean is, if you have a new opportunity, ask yourself, "Am I working for people who are going to teach me? Am I getting closer to what I want to do in the future?" Look beyond the on-paper things, like, "Is the salary and benefits better at A or B?" That's the short-term-greedy approach. The long-term-greedy strategy is to evaluate the education you will get, the opportunities you're going to be exposed to.
I've come across people who were given a chance to make a lot of money, but the job wasn't something they loved. And you know what happened? They took it. They became a middle manager. They never really did what mattered most to them. And they never became excellent.
—As told to Oprah.com's Jancee Dunn
Monday, March 5, 2012
Celebrating Women's History Month
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About Women's History Month
Women’s History Month had its origins as a national celebration in 1981 when Congress passed Pub. L. 97-28 which authorized and requested the President to proclaim the week beginning March 7, 1982 as “Women’s History Week." Throughout the next five years, Congress continued to pass joint resolutions designating a week in March as "Women’s History Week." In 1987 after being petitioned by the National Women’s History Project, Congress passed Pub. L. 100-9 which designated the month of March 1987 as “Women’s History Month." Between 1988 and 1994, Congress passed additional resolutions requesting and authorizing the President to proclaim March of each year as Women’s History Month. Since 1995, Presidents Clinton, Bush and Obama have issued a series of annual proclamations designating the month of March as “Women’s History Month.” WHM 2012: Women’s Education – Women’s Empowerment Although women now outnumber men in American colleges nationwide, the reversal of the gender gap is a very recent phenomenon. The fight to learn was a valiant struggle waged by many tenacious women—across years and across cultures—in our country.
SSE, Inc. SSU Colony Celebrates National Women's History Month
"I Am Woman" is an all-female talent show, and "Help a Less Fortunate Woman Make History" is a clothing drive to collect business attire and accessories for women. The clothes will be given to the Savannah office of the national Dress For Success organization. "I Am Woman" will take place the last week in March and the clothing drive will take place during the entire month of March.
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8 Qualities of Remarkable Employees
Feb 21, 2012
Forget good to great. Here's what makes a great employee remarkable.
Great employees are reliable, dependable, proactive, diligent, great leaders and great followers... they possess a wide range of easily-defined—but hard to find—qualities. |
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Here are eight qualities of remarkable employees:
1. They ignore job descriptions. The smaller the company, the more important it is that employees can think on their feet, adapt quickly to shifting priorities, and do whatever it takes, regardless of role or position, to get things done.
When a key customer's project is in jeopardy, remarkable employees know without being told there's a problem and jump in without being asked—even if it's not their job.
2. They’re eccentric... The best employees are often a little different: quirky, sometimes irreverent, even delighted to be unusual. They seem slightly odd, but in a really good way. Unusual personalities shake things up, make work more fun, and transform a plain-vanilla group into a team with flair and flavor.
People who aren't afraid to be different naturally stretch boundaries and challenge the status quo, and they often come up with the best ideas.
3. But they know when to dial it back. An unusual personality is a lot of fun... until it isn't. When a major challenge pops up or a situation gets stressful, the best employees stop expressing their individuality and fit seamlessly into the team.
Remarkable employees know when to play and when to be serious; when to be irreverent and when to conform; and when to challenge and when to back off. It’s a tough balance to strike, but a rare few can walk that fine line with ease.
4. They publicly praise... Praise from a boss feels good. Praise from a peer feels awesome, especially when you look up to that person.
Remarkable employees recognize the contributions of others, especially in group settings where the impact of their words is even greater.
5. And they privately complain. We all want employees to bring issues forward, but some problems are better handled in private. Great employees often get more latitude to bring up controversial subjects in a group setting because their performance allows greater freedom.
Remarkable employees come to you before or after a meeting to discuss a sensitive issue, knowing that bringing it up in a group setting could set off a firestorm.
6. They speak when others won’t. Some employees are hesitant to speak up in meetings. Some are even hesitant to speak up privately.
An employee once asked me a question about potential layoffs. After the meeting I said to him, “Why did you ask about that? You already know what's going on.” He said, “I do, but a lot of other people don't, and they're afraid to ask. I thought it would help if they heard the answer from you.”
Remarkable employees have an innate feel for the issues and concerns of those around them, and step up to ask questions or raise important issues when others hesitate.
7. They like to prove others wrong. Self-motivation often springs from a desire to show that doubters are wrong. The kid without a college degree or the woman who was told she didn't have leadership potential often possess a burning desire to prove other people wrong.
Education, intelligence, talent, and skill are important, but drive is critical. Remarkable employees are driven by something deeper and more personal than just the desire to do a good job.
8. They’re always fiddling. Some people are rarely satisfied (I mean that in a good way) and are constantly tinkering with something: Reworking a timeline, adjusting a process, tweaking a workflow.
Great employees follow processes. Remarkable employees find ways to make those processes even better, not only because they are expected to… but because they just can't help it.
Jeff Haden learned much of what he knows about business and technology as he worked his way up in the manufacturing industry. Everything else he picks up from ghostwriting books for some of the smartest leaders he knows in business. @jeff_haden
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Chrissy Terry, Senior Career Adviser, SCAD
VP, Executive Membership Director, SSE, Inc.
WEEN Jobs & WEEN Academy Auditions
MISSION
The Women in Entertainment Empowerment Network is a coalition of women and men of all ages and races committed to supporting, promoting and defending the balanced, positive portrayal of women in entertainment and society.
WEEN VISION
WEEN is comprised of individuals dedicated to improving the quality of life of women worldwide. Representing the entertainment industry, WEEN has taken a leadership role in the balanced portrayal of women and partners with like-minded organizations and individuals to provide educational programs targeting women.
WEEN grants scholarships each year to deserving college students and young women entrepreneurs. WEEN also provides mentorship match-making and programs year round with the following focus:
Health Education
FInancial Literacy
Career Development
Personal Advancement
1--WHAT DO YOU NEED TO BRING?
A--a state issued photo ID to check-in
B--a professional resume with a basic B&W or color picture photocopied on the back for judge identification purposes. It does not have to be a professinal headshot. Just a basic, clear picture of you.
***Young ladies without these items above will not get to audition. NO EXCEPTIONS***
2--QUALIFICATIONS
A--Must be 18-22 years of age who is currently enrolled or attended a 2-4 year college. (see age dates in the flyer above)
B--can be from anywhere in the world to audition, but must live in the NYC metro area for six weeks during the summer to attend the academy.
3--HOW DO I PREPARE?
WEEN judges are looking for the following: Young women who have critical thinking skills, creativity & exceptional knowledge about the entertainment industry.
Be prepared to answer candid, reality-based questions related to the entertainment industry by our notable panel of judges. Absolutely no pictures or autographs allowed of celebrity judges. Please arrive early to guarantee admission. PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO BRING THE ITEMS IN #1.
OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Only 50 ladies will make it to round 2 on Sunday, March 18, 2012 in NYC (12-3pm). Location will only be revealed to the 50 lucky ladies.
*If picked, WEEN covers cost of tuition, books, professor fees, etc, but candidates must cover living & traveling costs to NYC & within NYC for six weeks.
Academy will be held in New York City
July 9-August 16, 2012 (M-F 9am-1pm daily.) with a mandatory WEEN academy orientation July 7th. NO EXCEPTIONS.
For an inside look at last year's WEEN academy, please visit: www.weenonline.org/academy
**If picked, you will get to consult with a few past academy students on how to move to NYC and survive for six weeks.
**IF YOU WILL NOT BE 18 during auditions, but will turn 18 by the start of the academy, a parent/guardian MUST accompany you at the audition.
The WEEN career center is a portal where members can search and apply for various jobs, volunteer and internship opportunities inside and outside of the entertainment industry. In addition to searching for jobs, members are also allowed to post positions in which they may be trying to fill in their own company, organization or private firm.
If you'd like to submit a job to be posted, please send an email to jobs@weenonline.org.
MARCH 1, 2012
WEEN ACADEMY EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT
Location: New York City (must live in the NYC metro area)
Duration: April-June (unpaid consulting period), July & August (paid term)
Compensation: 6-week unlimited metro card. $2000 total stipend for 6 week academy. 20-25 hours a week (Mon-Thurs 8:30am-1:30am, Friday 9-12). Daily lunch is provided.
WEEN is looking for a multi-tasking, self-initiative, socialable woman who can assist the WEEN academy director in daily logistics of the WEEN academy. Executive Assistant will be in charge of recording student attendance, coordinating with caterers for daily lunch deliveries, coordinating celebrity/executive travel and arrival hospitality, coordination of mentor/student logistics, and help manager WEEN academy volunteers.
Qualifications: Candidates must possess impeccable communication and writing skills, exquisite orginization skills, take and give instructions well, upbeat, and should be quick on her feet & swift thinker to handle last minute changes. Prefer candidates with experience with clerical administration skills (microsoft word, excel, powerpoint, google documents, typing skills) and customer service skills. Knoweledge of entertainment industry is a plus but not required.
Candidate should be prepared to have weekly conference calls with the WEEN director to help plan the WEEN orientation and overall coordination of the academy.
SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY. Please email resume and cover letter to Latasha@weenonline.org by noon EST, March 10, 2012. Please put "WEEN ACADEMY EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT---(add your name)" in the subject headline. Example; WEEN ACADEMY EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT--Jane Doe. (emails without this subject headline will not be considered)
WEEN ACADEMY FUNDRASIER CONSULTANTS
Location: Nationwide
Duration--1 year, position will be filled immediately.
WEEN is looking for two extremely experienced individuals with grant writing and fundraising backgrounds/skils. Candidate must have great negotiating skills and contacts with major corporations. Great organizational and communication skills. Must have a working knowledge of fundraising in conjunction with 501c3 non-profits. Graduate level degree is preferred but not mandatory. Experience with bringing in money is preferred.
Compensation: Consultants will be paid according to the accounts they secure. They will get 10-15% of the money they secure for WEEN. All terms will be discussed in a detailed meeting/contract.
SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY. Please send resume and cover letter to Latasha@weenonline.org by noon EST, March 10, 2012. Please put "WEEN academy fundraiser consultant---(add your name)" in the subject headline. Example; WEEN academy fundraiser consultant--Jane Doe. (emails without this subject headline will not be considered)
WEEN ACADEMY PLANNING COMMITTEE
Location: Nationwide
Duration: April 2012-December 2012
WEEN is looking for 5 dedicated and innovative thinkers to serve on the WEEN acadeemy planning committee. The women selected would consult and help with the creative the direction of the WEEN academy website, calendar management of celebrity/executive professors, internship research and implementation, field trip logistics and analyzing mentorship analysis/student feedback surveys. Planners will be required to participate in one-30 minute conference call each week from April-August to consult with the WEEN academy director on the academy layout and logistics.
Duties: create/research field trip options, create internship calendars, plan/secure NYC based WEEN academy orientation in July and the WEEN academy graduation in August, Please add if you have experience updating basic wordpress websites (not mandatory but a plus).
Qualifications: Prefer candidates with experience in event planning, budgeting, education, and/or mentoring. Great writing and communication skills, creative, knoweledge of entertainment industry.
Compensation: This is a volunteer position with great perks of WEEN awards tickets, spotlight features on weenonline.org and possible consideration for a paid position with WEEN in the future depending on openings and performance.
SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY. Please send resume and cover letter to Latasha@weenonline.org by noon EST, March 10, 2012. Please put "WEEN ACADEMY PLANNING---(add your name)" in the subject headline. Example; WEEN ACADEMY PLANNING--Jane Doe. (emails without this subject headline will not be considered)
WEEN ACADEMY SOCIAL MEDIA VOLUNTEERS
Location: New York City
Duration: July 5--August 16, 2012 (only 2 days a week M-F 8:30-1pm), Lunch and metro card is provided.
WEEN is looking to hire 2-3 dedicated, energetic women who are savvy with social media to serve as WEEN academy volunteers for 6 weeks.
1--The women selected will capture video, confessionals of students on flip cameras and be responsible for helping to update the WEEN academy website, posting it to the WEEN twitter & facebook accounts on a daily basis. Volunteers will keep a log of questions from our virtual followers to ask celebrity/executive professors during various segments of classes. Candidates will also help with twitter/FB marketing of upcoming notable guests.
2--Candidates will greet all guest professors & set up daily lunches.
3--Volunteers will be asked to decorate WEEN academy boardroom & classrooms July 5 & 6, 2012.
Qualifications: Candidates must have a great working knowledge of Twitter, Facebook and Youtube logistics. Must be able to meet quick deadlines. Candidates should have a working laptop they can bring to the academy each day. Basic use of flip cameras & and creative eye for video. Perfect opportunity for up and coming TV producers who want to get their feet wet with pre-interviewing guests. Candidates but have a sense of urgency and can take/give instructions in a professional manner.
Compensation: This is a volunteer position with great perks of WEEN awards tickets and a possible consideration for a paid position with WEEN in the future depending on openings and performance.
SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY. Please send resume and cover letter to Latasha@weenonline.org by noon EST, March 10, 2012. Please put "WEEN SOCIAL MEDIA VOLUNTEER---(add your name)" in the subject headline. Example; WEEN SOCIAL MEDIA VOLUNTEER--Jane Doe. (emails without this subject headline will not be considered)
RED CARPET MENTORS
GIVE back, virtually!
--WEEN is looking for 25 dynamic women who are able to be a beacon of light and inspiration to young WEEN academy students ages 18-22. This position is ideal for the working professional ANYWHERE IN THE COUNTRY who is quite busy, but still wants to give back in a MAJOR way while earning perks along the way. Please read the qualifications/criteria below and follow the instructions if you wish to apply for the opportunity to become a virtual mentor.
Duties: Mentor will be assigned ONE mentee for a six week span over the summer. (July 9-August 16th). Mentors will be asked to have one, 20-30min conference call or skype with their mentor per week to discuss their emotional, spiritual and academic needs/concerns during the WEEN academy. (Mentors who are in the NYC area who wish to meet with their mentees are free to, but not mandatory.) Mentors may be asked to preview one written assignment (electronically) and give verbal feedback on the assignment on how to improve it. At the conclusion of the six week academy, all mentors will be invited to the WEEN academy graduation and possibly be a judge of the final portfolio presentation.
Qualifications:
*All inquiries within the US will be considered.
--Must be at least 28 years old
--Must have past/current background in entertainment (fashion, beauty, journalism, radio, tv, PR, marketing, producer, music, dance, film, entertainment law, theatre, or management, etc)
--Must have internet access and devote at least 30mins each WEEK to communicate with your assigned mentee (email, skype, IM, etc..will be at the discretion of the mentor & mentee)
--Should be able to give prompt, direct, and honest feedback on topics the mentee/WEEN student will share.
--Should be able to give critical feedback on scenario-base concepts in entertainment.
Perks:
--Must have past/current background in entertainment (fashion, beauty, journalism, radio, tv, PR, marketing, producer, music, dance, film, entertainment law, theatre, or management, etc)
--Must have internet access and devote at least 30mins each WEEK to communicate with your assigned mentee (email, skype, IM, etc..will be at the discretion of the mentor & mentee)
--Should be able to give prompt, direct, and honest feedback on topics the mentee/WEEN student will share.
--Should be able to give critical feedback on scenario-base concepts in entertainment.
Perks:
--Inspire and empower young women entering the entertainment field
--Feature article on weenonline.org's homepage
--Invitation to WEEN Academy private graduation ceremony (this is not mandatory)
--Possible feature in a WEEN documentary
--One complimentary ticket to the 4th annual WEEN awards
--Invitation to WEEN Academy private graduation ceremony (this is not mandatory)
--Possible feature in a WEEN documentary
--One complimentary ticket to the 4th annual WEEN awards
Submission guidelines:
*ALL applicants should submit a resume plus (3) professional references (contact # & email only) by March 31, 2012 @ midnight EST.
*ALL applicants should submit a resume plus (3) professional references (contact # & email only) by March 31, 2012 @ midnight EST.
*ALL applicants should write in the email subject headline: ACADEMY MENTOR (2012) and send resumes to mentor@weenonline.org. (emails without this subject headline will not be considered)
*PLEASE DO NOT SEND COVER LETTERS...we are only looking at resumes & references.
*PLEASE DO NOT SEND COVER LETTERS...we are only looking at resumes & references.
WEEN ACADEMY VIDEOGRAPHER
Location: New York City
Duration: July 9--August 16, 2012 (5 days a week from 9-1pm), Lunch and metro card is provided.
WEEN is looking to for a dedicated videographer that owns a high definition camera (such as Canon 5D, 7D, etc) to capture the essence of the WEEN academy & field trips for 6 weeks. Footage will be used for website updates, WEEN PSA's and a possible WEEN documentary. Videographers will get national create and the opportunity to film celebrities, notable executives in a professor role.
Depending on the quality of the job, videographer will be considered for a major paid job to cover the Annual WEEN awards during the Fall of 2012.
Qualifications: Candidates must have great visual aesthetics and knowledge of post edit skills. Selected videographer should be able to produce a basic 2-3 minute reel such as the main video on www.weenonline.org/academy. Selected videographer will get producer credits of the footage. Should be able to work under fast paced conditions and meet the weekly deadline of "recap of the week."
Compensation: This is a volunteer position with great perks of WEEN awards tickets and a possible consideration for a paid position with WEEN in the future depending on openings and performance.
SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY. Please send resume and cover letter to Latasha@weenonline.org by noon EST, April 15th, 2012. Please put "WEEN ACADEMY VIDEOGRAPHER---(add your name)" in the subject headline. Example; WEEN ACADEMY VIDEOGRAPHER--Jane Doe. (emails without this subject headline will not be considered)
Monday, February 27, 2012
We Support BAM FI
We support this foundation because of the service they
provide to the families of missing African Americans. While watching The View this morning, we first
learned of this remarkable non-profit organization. Last week Friday, a family
pleaded with America on the show, to assist in finding their daughter who was
missing for five and a half months. Within fifteen minutes, the Co-founder of
this group was contacted anonymously on the whereabouts of this missing child.
The family was reunited with their daughter within twenty-fours. This story
gives us hope and it reminds us that prayers are answered. Within the last
couple weeks, many kids have looked evil dead in the face. However, there are
so many resources in place to help reduce the number of kidnapped/missing
people. Letting us know that Goodness prevails. A nine-year old girl was able to escape her kidnapper and call
the police and a seven year old girl fights her kidnapper at an Atlanta Wal-Mart.
This is GREAT news.
SSE, Inc. will do our part by tweeting about the cases and informing our audience of the issues that plague our world.
Black and Missing Foundation, Inc (BAM FI) has been established as a
non-profit organization whose mission is to bring awareness to missing persons
of color; provide vital resources and tools to missing person's families and
friends and to educate the minority community on personal safety.
Founded in 2008 by a veteran law-enforcement official and public relations specialist, BAM FI will create public awareness campaigns for public safety and provide parents and loved ones of missing persons with a forum for spreading the word of their disappearance, with pictures and profiles of missing individuals. BAM FI will use a variety of media, including print, television, and the internet, to help locate missing persons of color for this severely underserved population.
BAM FI is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization.
Message from President/CEO (Derrica Wilson)
"For many years, the minority community has been a severely underserved portion of the population in the media mainstream when it comes to missing persons. BAM's mission is to ensure that missing persons of color receive the exposure needed to be reunited with their loved ones. We are dedicated to getting these cases to the media mainstream by "BECOMING THE VOICE FOR THE MISSING!"
SSE, Inc. will do our part by tweeting about the cases and informing our audience of the issues that plague our world.
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Founded in 2008 by a veteran law-enforcement official and public relations specialist, BAM FI will create public awareness campaigns for public safety and provide parents and loved ones of missing persons with a forum for spreading the word of their disappearance, with pictures and profiles of missing individuals. BAM FI will use a variety of media, including print, television, and the internet, to help locate missing persons of color for this severely underserved population.
BAM FI is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization.
Message from President/CEO (Derrica Wilson)
"For many years, the minority community has been a severely underserved portion of the population in the media mainstream when it comes to missing persons. BAM's mission is to ensure that missing persons of color receive the exposure needed to be reunited with their loved ones. We are dedicated to getting these cases to the media mainstream by "BECOMING THE VOICE FOR THE MISSING!"
Tuesday, February 21, 2012
Breaking the Chains of Habits and your B.S.
Watch your thoughts; they become words; watch your words; they become
habits... -Frank Outlaw
I was talking with one of my sisters (through of course Sisters Striving for Excellence, Inc.-- the best women organization in the world!) about the reality TV show phenomenon. We both were caught up in the hype and would have long discussions about who's team we were on (Team Chrissy or Team Yandy--Love & Hip Hop; Team Nene or Team Sheree--RHOA, etc.). But this time around we both, unknowingly, decided to truly focus on our personal initiatives, goals, and vision for 2012. So the reality TV shows are taking a back seat!
We both unconsciously decided that we are breaking habits that are not productive or is not revealing positive results. Have you sat back and thought about the many things that you are doing that does not yield you the results that you are expecting? Through my meditation in prayer this am, I was forced to really think about this:
"The chains of habit are too weak to be felt until they are too strong to be broken." -Samuel Johnson
When you are constantly thinking about your spiritual, mental, and emotional growth, you are always examining your habits. Chains are tough to cut as habits are tough to break. Change your thoughts and begin with new habits that grow a healthy you. So this where what you believe seep into your habits Your B.S. assist with the direction your life goes...and we all know that you can only move forward or backward...
Check out your own B.S. -Jewel Diamond Taylor
B.S. refers to Belief System---those things you hold to be true about yourself and others.
Your B.S. is a product of your experiences and perceptions.
Those things you have come to believe are true.
Those things buried in the back of your mind. But are they really buried?
No!
Your belief system determines your environment, your abilities and the way you approach life's experiences.
What do you really believe about yourself?
What do you belief about your ability to have, to be and to do all the things you hold dear in your heart?
If you really want to know what you believe, take a look at the people, conditions and situations in your immediate environment. (Look at what you allow to enter into your spirit and soul. What you listen to, read, and watch, all play a dynamic role. -TNG)
They are the reflection of your own B.S.
Iyanla Vanzant
Acts of Faith - January 25
I was talking with one of my sisters (through of course Sisters Striving for Excellence, Inc.-- the best women organization in the world!) about the reality TV show phenomenon. We both were caught up in the hype and would have long discussions about who's team we were on (Team Chrissy or Team Yandy--Love & Hip Hop; Team Nene or Team Sheree--RHOA, etc.). But this time around we both, unknowingly, decided to truly focus on our personal initiatives, goals, and vision for 2012. So the reality TV shows are taking a back seat!
We both unconsciously decided that we are breaking habits that are not productive or is not revealing positive results. Have you sat back and thought about the many things that you are doing that does not yield you the results that you are expecting? Through my meditation in prayer this am, I was forced to really think about this:
"The chains of habit are too weak to be felt until they are too strong to be broken." -Samuel Johnson
When you are constantly thinking about your spiritual, mental, and emotional growth, you are always examining your habits. Chains are tough to cut as habits are tough to break. Change your thoughts and begin with new habits that grow a healthy you. So this where what you believe seep into your habits Your B.S. assist with the direction your life goes...and we all know that you can only move forward or backward...
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B.S. refers to Belief System---those things you hold to be true about yourself and others.
Your B.S. is a product of your experiences and perceptions.
Those things you have come to believe are true.
Those things buried in the back of your mind. But are they really buried?
No!
Your belief system determines your environment, your abilities and the way you approach life's experiences.
What do you really believe about yourself?
What do you belief about your ability to have, to be and to do all the things you hold dear in your heart?
If you really want to know what you believe, take a look at the people, conditions and situations in your immediate environment. (Look at what you allow to enter into your spirit and soul. What you listen to, read, and watch, all play a dynamic role. -TNG)
They are the reflection of your own B.S.
Iyanla Vanzant
Acts of Faith - January 25
Tuesday, February 7, 2012
New York Times wants to hear from you...
Thursday, February 2, 2012
Congratulations to our 2012 SiStErs!!!!
We send out butterfly hugs to our twenty-two NEW SiStErs!!!!!
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