Canada Black Music Archives Content Researcher
Project scope
Categories
Website development Information technology Databases Media HistorySkills
digital content researchThe main goal for the project is to research, identify, create, and post photo, audio, and video web content for the Canada Black Music Archives. This includes researching the historic accomplishments of Black Canadian musicians and their contributions to the Canadian music canon. The content identified should be engaging, informative, and respectful of the artists' legacies.
- Work with our content writers to research the history of 50 to 75 Black Canadian musicians to be featured in the archives.
- Identify and select engaging and informative photos, audio, and video content for 50 to 75 artists.
- Post the biographical and associated digital content for 50 to 75 artists on the Canada Black Music Archives website.
- Collaborate with the team to ensure the content aligns with the mission and vision of the archives.
Student will work with our Collections Manager and Senior Web Developer who will provide work instructions, demonstrations, evaluation of work and support for skills development.
Supported causes
Reduced inequalitiesAbout the company
Word Media Group Inc. is responsible for the development of the Canada Black Music Archives, the official launch of the digital archives took place on November 23, 2023.
The CBMA is a digital music archive that celebrates the historic accomplishments of Black Canadian musicians. Each musician selected for inclusion in the archive has made an important and indelible artistic contribution to the Canadian music canon.
Our organization is made up of a diverse team who are passionate about music and exploring new ideas. We work with interns in different locations with most of our work taking place remotely.
We offer training and education opportunities to young people who are excited about new media. We provide an experiential learning environment that is both stimulating and rewarding.