Journalism

only  £1345

Journalism

Countries:

Bolivia

Duration:

from 4 Weeks

Call:

0845 344 7562

more info:

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This placement would suit:

adventurous and independent minds with a keen eye for an interesting story!

 

Cost details:

Please contact us for details

 

Duration details:

- 12 months

 

    

Product Details

Whether you are already working as a journalist or are contemplating journalism as a career or university option, our voluntary journalism placements in Bolivia offer you the chance to gain some fantastic work experience whilst living in one of the most vibrant countries in Latin America.

Volunteers on our Print Journalism placements not only get an insider's view of how publications are run, they also get the chance to put together a portfolio of work. Alternatively, a Radio placement offers the opportunity to gain broadcasting or production experience.

Whichever placement you choose you will gain an insight into the workings of the media in a new cultural and political setting and ultimately gain invaluable work experience that will increase your prospects in a highly competitive job market.

Print Journalism Placements in Bolivia with Projects Abroad

Volunteers participating on a print journalism project in Bolivia work on the 'Cocha-Banner', a monthly English-language newspaper. This was established by Projects Abroad following on from the success of the 'Brasov Visitor' in Romania and the 'Sivakasi Times' in India.

The Cocha-Banner is distributed for free within the city of Cochabamba, and covers a variety of topics, from news and current affairs to features and reviews. The paper gives the people of Cochabamba the chance to learn about local topics and give their opinions, whilst at the same time practising their English. It also gives organisations and other local groups the opportunity to 'spread the word' about the work they do.

Working alongside a local journalist, you will be given a range of responsibilities; everything from researching stories and interviewing people to writing articles and editing. You can also design layouts and get involved in various aspects of producing the publication. The newspaper is also contributed to by students from Cochabamba University, so you could get involved with editing, proofreading or even translating articles written by them, if your Spanish is up to it!

There are always lots of things going on in and around Cochabamba, so you will never be short of stories. Whether you are reporting on a strike, interviewing a local politician or attending a function, your knowledge of Bolivia and its people will grow along with your confidence.

This is a fantastic opportunity to get involved with this pioneering publication, learning about many aspects of journalism, while experiencing life in this vibrant Bolivian city.

Radio Journalism Placements in Bolivia with Projects Abroad

Radio Del Valle is based just 10 minutes from the Projects Abroad Bolivia office, on Avenida Salamanca, in the Edificio Fundes. Dr. Antonio Revollo, the owner of the radio station, is keen to welcome volunteers.

The radio station broadcasts 24 hours per day and has three staff members. The station plays music and broadcasts sports events, youth programmes and news.

• Learning about production by assisting with the technical activities taking place in the production booth
• Researching stories by travelling around the city and possibly nearby villages for stories, which are then written and broadcast live on the air
• Conducting interviews with local people or groups
• Participating in discussion shows

We can place up to two volunteers at a time at Radio del Valle. For this project it is important that volunteers have an intermediate level of Spanish. The radio station broadcasts only in Spanish and you would need to be confident reading articles and compiling your own stories in order to get the most from the placement.

"Overall I had a fantastic time, loved the people I met. The placement was fab, they gave me the freedom to work on my own projects and I gained a sense of real independence."Nick Frend

Help, Learn, Explore. You can do all of these with Projects Abroad. We organise volunteering programmes in the developing world. We have sent 20,000 volunteers away to 23 different countries since 1992. We offer projects such as teaching, care, conservation, medicine, journalism, business, law and human rights amongst others. There are no set dates. You can be part of our local communities overseas and help out. Find out more…