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Media-Lover's Dream Internship at Ghana TV Production Studio with Travellers Worldwide!

Location: Ghana

Term: Throughout the year

Program Duration: 1-2 weeks, 2-4 weeks, 5-8 weeks, 9-12 weeks, 3-6 months (includes high school academic semester abroad), 7-12 months (includes high school academic year abroad), 1-2 years

Typical Duration of Program: 2-4 weeks

Dates: Available throughout year. Flexible start and finish dates. Minimum stay is 4 weeks.

Travellers Worldwide

http://www.travellersworldwide.com

Suite 2A, Caravelle House 17/19 Goring Road Worthing, West Sussex BN12 4AP England

Call Us

Phone: 0044 (0)1903 502 595 / 0845 3 447 585

Fax: 0044 (0)1903 708179

Description

The TV station where you will be doing your internship/volunteer at is the first Media Prima's broadcasting station outside Malaysia. The firm is arguably Ghanas foremost private free-to-air (FTA) television network. The channel is the most watched and preferred free-to-air channel in the TV stations core coverage areas among television households.

As a premium family entertainment channel, the TV station has won regional and national recognition. The TV station has revolutionized local content production to admiral levels in the broadcast industry by introducing television reality shows.

The station has been a trendsetter by producing quality local production and has caught the attention and loyalty of Ghanaians.

You are likely to work alongside the production team - from the concept idea for a piece, to the production of the model. Depending on your skills, you'll be given a project to work on. If you find that you are using unfamiliar packages, you'll be give the opportunity to learn the software before commencing work on the project. You may find that during the course of your project, you'll use a number of different tools and environments. All your work is very team orientated so it is important to be able to work within a team. If you have a passion for multimedia and you are prepared to work hard, you'll have a great placement!

For participants who have had some media experience using cameras and editing equipment, or those who hope to gain experience, this placement presents a wonderful professional, learning opportunity. You will work within a department that will give you the full insight into dynamic media production.

You will mainly be working with the news and entertainment team. Although, your placement in a particular department will largely depend on your area of speciality and what experience you are looking for.

Here is a list of some of the other departments that you may also be able to work in:

- Research
- Corporate Governance
- Current Affairs
- Finance
- Human Resources
- Engineering
- Information Technology
- Content Creation Group (CCG)
- News and Sports
- Brand Management Group (BMG)
- Creative Services Group (CSG)

This is a serious placement with wonderful learning potential. If the Studio deems you to be very good, you could have some of your work aired, enabling you to build up a good portfolio of work. The Studio actively encourages its volunteers to create new ideas and to be very much part of the team. For people who have a passion for media this is definitely the placement to give you good experience.

WHAT YOU WILL GAIN FROM DOING THIS PROJECT:
--> An exciting, never-to-be-forgotten adventure into a truly African culture.
--> You'll learn a lot from experts in your field about how they work in a cultural environment that's different to what you're used to.
--> New skills, more confidence, a greater understanding of a different culture, invaluable personal and professional development.
--> An entry on your CV or resume that will put you head and shoulders above most others in the job market
--> And best of all.. an unforgettable experience!

Travellers' placements are very flexible and you can combine this project with any other Travellers project, either in the same country or in different countries.

WHAT OUR USERS SAY:
"To any volunteers: Ghana is nothing like what you will expect and there is no way of describing it without experiencing it. Don't have any doubts about coming because it is great. The people you meet are all the friendliest and I'm sure you will make friends for life ... The homesickness soon fades, especially when you travel on the weekends - we saw crocodiles on Saturday!"

Highlights

WHAT TO DO NEXT:

Talk to us - We're there to help you.

Most of our team are ex Travellers volunteers and are ideally qualified to offer advice and guidance because they know what you're looking for. They'll help you find your perfect project - and then make it all happen!

If you'd like more information about this or any of our projects, please email or call us!

If you'd like to apply for this project, please go to our website and complete the application form. As soon as we receive it, we'll liaise with you and then start making your travel adventure happen. It's as easy as that.

ACCOMMODATION:
Your accommodation will vary depending on the type of placement you're doing and where you are located. You may live in comfortable guest house accommodation, but you will most likely live with a host family. This means that you get to eat, sleep, work, socialise and generally live like a Ghanaian. Local family stays enable you to fully experience the local culture from the inside.

Many of our volunteers remain friends with their host families long after they leave Ghana and in some cases they return to the country later especially to visit their family. Sometimes members of their Ghanaian family have even gone to visit them in their home country.

FOOD:
Food will be local cuisine - again this is to enable you to fully experience living as local Ghanaians do. When we arrange your placement, we will liaise extensively with you regarding both the placement and your accommodation. As always, our Local Manager will look after you well and will always be on hand to help and offer advice.

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Qualifications

This placement would suit those with a passion for digital media who wants to gain hands-on work experience in the industry. People who want first-hand experience of real Ghana culture and who have initiative.

Qualifications depend on which placement you choose. It depends on which placement you choose. Some don't require any qualifications or experience and some others would prefer some experience. Please speak to us so that we can help you choose the placement that is right for you and will give you the most beneficial experience. All placements do require you to have initiative, adaptability and patience (and a good sense of humor helps!)

Intern Types
  • Anthropology
  • Media (Radio, TV, & Film)
  • Communications
  • Creative Writing
  • Liberal Arts
  • Marketing, Ad, PR
  • Music
  • Music Business
  • Performance Design
  • Theater, Drama, Dance
Languages
  • English

Cost in US$:

Varies depending on length. Starts at 2,095 for 4 weeks

Cost Include Description:

Full support from the moment of booking and throughout your placement to your return home. There are support staff 24/7 in all our destinations worldwide and a 24 hour emergency international telephone line direct to the Head Office. All meals are provided, unless otherwise stated. Accommodation is provided (whether a rented house, a hotel/hostel, homestay, apartment or flat).

You'll be met at the nearest airport on your arrival by our in-country manager who will take you to your accommodation and give you a full induction into the area. He/she will also be on call 24/7 and you'll see them frequently.

Pre-departure you'll receive comprehensive information about every aspect of your placement and necessary preparations, ranging from what to pack, to visa information, to what to do on your weekend travel in the country. Your safety, well being and happiness throughout your placement are our primary concerns and we will keep in touch with you throughout. International flights not included.

Credit Available

no

Experience Required

yes

    This placement would suit those with a passion for digital media who wants to gain hands-on work experience in the industry. People who want first-hand experience of real Ghana culture and who have initiative. Qualifications depend on which placement you choose. It depends on which placement you choose. Some don't require any qualifications or experience and some others would prefer some experience. Please speak to us so that we can help you choose the placement that is right for you and will give you the most beneficial experience. All placements do require you to have initiative, adaptability and patience (and a good sense of humor helps!)
Volunteer Types
  • Anthropology
  • Arts
  • Clerical And Office Work
  • Drama
  • Media Work
  • Music
  • Office Work
  • Professional Services
Typical Volunteer
These placements would suit people who want to improve their knowledge and skills in their field, learn about a new culture, boost their resume to kick-start their career, and who also want to have a structured placement at the same time as having an exciting travel experience. Patience, adaptability and initiave definitely an advantage. A knowledge of basic Spanish is not necessary but would be good.
Age Range
Our projects are available to those ages 17-80+!!
This Program is open to

American, Asian, Australian, Canadian, European, Kiwi, South African, Worldwide Participant. This Program is also open to Families, Couples and Individuals.

Typical Living Arrangements
  • Dormitory
  • Group living
  • Home-stays
  • Independent living

Application Process Involves
  • Online Application plus Application Assessment
  • Resume
  • Written Application
Typically The Application Process Time is
within 5 working days
Post Services Include
  • Exit Debriefing Abroad
  • Re-Entry Debriefing at Home
Travellers Worldwide's Mission Statement

Travellers Worldwide organises all types of worthwhile and beneficial voluntary placements in local communities. We also provide Work Experience & Internship opportunities, as well as different types of Courses and study abroad options. We have many diverse projects, from teaching underprivileged or refugee children in schools, orphanages and care homes, to conservation and rehabilitation of endangered animals, such as orangutans, lion cubs, dolphins, elephants. Our aim is to make a difference to the communities we work in and to facilitate personal and professional growth in our volunteers. We employ local people in our destination countries and local providers of goods and services, thus ensuring we have a positive impact on the community. Our ethos encompasses mutual respect, cultural exchange, responsible travel and a beneficial outcome for all. Travellers also arranges work experience placements in Journalism, Law, Veterinary, Medicine, Tourism, Architecture, and many more. There are also opportunities to learn languages and other skills such as Capoeira in Brazil, Tango in Argentina or Flying in South Africa. These projects are unique - and tailored to suit you! Our placements are flexible (2 weeks to 1 year) and on most you can choose your own start and finish dates. No qualifications are required, just an enthusiasm to experience a new culture! Full support is provided within the country, with friendly and conscientious staff, ensuring a safe and exciting way to experience a brand new culture! Placements are also very sociable: you'll make friends with the other international volunteers and often volunteers travel together after their placement and during their free weekends. We help you to Make a Difference and have an exciting adventure travel experience!

Year Founded

1995

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