Developing Indigenous Speaker Introductions

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International Indigenous Speakers Bureau (IISB)
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada
Jeff Elliott
Education Consultant
(4)
3
Project
Academic experience
320 hours of work total
Learner
Canada
Advanced level

Project scope

Categories
Communications Marketing strategy Humanities Social sciences
Skills
communication multitasking organizational skills writing editing tenacity spreadsheets word processing public relations prioritization
Details

LEVEL UP Project - Willing to explore classroom project options as well.

DESCRIPTION: 2 students required, for 160 hours, to complete 40 speaker Introductions

Background: As an organization that bridges the gap between the western world and Indigneous speakers, it is imperative that we create deliverables for each of our speakers that matches western world expectations. One of these deliverables is a written speaker introduction that is ready prior to a speaker presenting.

Project: In this project, the student will be expected to work with stored and researched material and resources on our Indigenous Speakers, as well as perhaps conduct interviews with speakers to garner marketable information for their introductions. The student is expected to complete a minimum of 20 (per student) seperate Speaker Introductions for various speakers.

Goals: The student will be working on creating a valid and complimentary written introduction that will provide credibility and confidence about the speaker, for a potential audience. As the student will be working with a demographic of people known primarily for their humility, the student will need to be diligent in acquiring the information that can best illustrate the speakers many gifts and assets.

Skills Requirement:

  • The successful students will have completed a minimum of 10 hours Indigenous Awareness training within the past 2 years.
  • Some experience working with diverse communities.
  • Be a Natural wordsmith who thrives at producing and editing creative communications
  • Is a demonstrative Team player
  • Is very organized, able to multi-task, and meticulous to details;
  • Has good knowledge of computers, word processing, spreadsheets, email, Google Doc's, and Sync
  • Has strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple projects, and can prioritize as necessary;
  • Has excellent writing and substantive editing skills;
  • Is enthusiast and passionate to work with a diverse community to help elevate their voices and perspectives.
  • Has 3+ years’ experience in a PR or Communications role, or education in Public Relations or can demonstrate excellent communication and writing skills
  • Has creative vision, tenacious drive, and the ability to see the best in everything
  • Professionalism in working with diverse departments
  • Has the discipline to work independently and within deadlines
Deliverables
No deliverables exist for this project.
Mentorship

At IISB, we provide dedicated educational support staff. Our staff are experienced educators and have a passion for helping students find their gifts and develop their skills. We want to help you - help us. Your energy and enthusiasm, combined with our experience and business model will create beneficial experiences for all of us. Mentorship is provided by a professional video producer and editor.

About the company

Company
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada
11 - 50 employees
Education, Trade & international business, Events services, Media & production

The International Indigenous Speakers Bureau-IISB is an Indigenously owned organization working to create opportunities for Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities to connect and build bridges, by providing respectful access to Indigenous Speakers from around the world. IISB works to open doors for Indigenous Speakers and Knowledge-keepers to share their wisdom, perspectives, solutions, and world views to communities around the globe. At IISB, we believe education and understanding are key to creating better pathways for our future generations. Utilizing virtual technology the IISB team brings Indigenous knowledge and perspectives into all spaces.