Fresh Media ReMixology 2 – Another Awesome Event

Hey!

Another cool event for you guys, Fresh Media’s ReMixology. Read Below for more information:

ReMixology — Thirst-Quenching Fresh Media Innovation!

TOPIC: Harnessing The Crowd: The Evolving Crowdsourcing/Collaboration/OpenEverything Continuum

SPEAKERS: Alfred Hermida (online news pioneer, professor of integrated journalism at the UBC), Leigh Christie (executive director and co-founder of the eatART foundation ), and David Ascher (CEO of Mozilla Messaging)

WHEN and WHERE: Wednesday October 6th at 6:30pm @ W2 Storyeum Salon, 151 West Cordova

WHY:Because inquiring minds need to discuss! Because connecting and collaborating matters. Because Vancouver needs a launch pad for media innovation, and we want you to be a part of it.

TICKETS: $5 advanced tickets ($10 at the door). No one turned away for lack of funds. Buy tickets here

FYI – we sold out last time

DESCRIPTION:

***In 2006 Wired Magazine writer Jeff Howe introduced the term crowdsourcing defining it as, “the act of taking a job traditionally performed by a designated agent (usually an employee) and outsourcing it to an undefined, generally large group of people in the form of an open call.” Today, crowdsourcing and other  socially-driven, collaborative ways of working, have become increasingly popular.  In part, this connects to a genuine interest in involving the general public in the production of the work and then sharing ownership of the work with the public. It also highlights how thinking has changed, in a way that underlines the public’s appetite for contributing in social, creative, artistic and investigative tasks that connect to something larger than themselves.  This ethos has particularly changed the way the art and news community organizes and recognizes contributions. New technologies, particularly those from the free/open source software community (FOSS), have not only lowered the costs of collaboration, but fostered the spread of an “open everything” ethos that is being taken up by everyone from journalists, artists, educators, governments, to retailers.

BIOs

Alfred Hermida Is a Digital news pioneer, award-winning journalist and professor of integrated journalism at the University of British Columbia.

Leigh Christie is an accomplished engineer, artist and event producer. He is a co-creator of the world renowned Mondo Spider kinetic sculpture. Leigh is the executive director and co-founder of the eatART.Foundation.

David Ascher is the CEO of Mozilla Messaging.

FULL AGENDA:

***Considering these 3 facets of the crowdsourcing/collaboration/openeverything continuum, Remixology 2 will feature local crowdsourcing innovators and experts, including Alfred Hermida (online news pioneer, professor of integrated journalism at the UBC), Leigh Christie (co-founder of eatART), and David Ascher (CEO of Mozilla Messaging). They will each talk briefly about their own experiences from their respective journalism, creative, and open web backgrounds.

***Following this, we’ll open up to a broader dialogue that considers, “how can media makers and artists can harness the power of the crowd? What are some of the key intersections between technology, cultures of openness, and content production? While the boundaries and hierarchies of managing content have change dramatically; are there new gatekeepers?”

***Finally, there will be an opportunity for participants to do a “collaborator’s callout” where they do a 30 second introduction to a current or future project relevant to the group. The gathering will close with a collaboratory -  social/networking session including a cash bar and music.

6:30          Welcome
6:40          Introductory speaker/interview
6:55          Dialogue / Salon
8:00          Project callout
8:15          Social / Networking

About Fresh Media ReMixology:

ReMixology is a new series presented by Fresh Media, where we come together to sample and share ideas in discussions lead by some of Vancouver’s best and brightest media remixologists.

Inspired by the growing energy around the ways in which technology, art, media, and participatory frameworks are spurring innovation in the not-for-profit, journalism, and social change communities, Re-Mixology is a great opportunity for citizens and media-makers to come together and connect over timely discussions and presentations that showcase fresh and imaginative examples of media innovation.

Post-Fundraiser Plans

Firstly thanks everybody for coming out and making the fundraiser a raging event. It was awesome to see people partying it away till the wee hours of the night… and in the process raising a good deal of money for our group. So thanks again!

Now we are working hard on our newsletter, which should be coming out soon.  And we are going to be working on a couple of new events!!! So stay tuned!

First Club Meeting this Tuesday at 6:30 PM at the Rotunda

Hello Everyone!

Sorry for such short notice, but we are having our first club meeting on Tuesday 21st 2010. We will be discussing future ideas we have in mind regarding the club, and to discuss what ideas you might have for the club!
If you are unable to make this meeting do not worry we will be having another meeting soon (will keep you updated).
Give us an email at sfu@openmedia.ca if you can not make it but are interested in joining the club or just interested in meeting with us (we love talking to people).

See you there!
SFUOpenMedia.ca Crew

Club Days – Thursday 16th

Hey!
We are currently tabling, come ask us question regarding the club and how you can get involved.

In addition we are selling tickets to the Fundraiser Event for only $5.

Intern at OpenMedia.ca

OpenMedia.ca is looking for awesome interns, we suggest you give them  a shout. Here is the posting for the internship.

Be a part of Opening the Media!

Want to learn the behind-the-scenes work that goes into working at a media democracy organization?

OpenMedia.ca is seeking talented and creative volunteer interns to work with us at our young media democracy organization. Demonstrate your enthusiasm and skills in a team-orientated environment and be a part of creating positive social change and open media in Canada.

We are looking for interns to fill the following positions:

* Campus Initiatives Director
The Campus Initiatives Director would be responsible for coordinating the SFU OpenMedia.ca Campus club, and connecting with other campuses to find students interested in setting up their own groups. These groups will help raise the profile of media issues on campus and in the wider community through speaking events, letter-writing campaigns, film screenings, hosting educational workshops, publishing a monthly newsletter and the like. You’ll work independently on the projects outlined above, with support from OpenMedia.ca’s staff.

* Canvassing Coordinator
The Canvassing Coordinator will act as a leader for weekly canvassing efforts and organize briefings and skill-sharing sessions to help improve the team and keep them updated on the latest happenings within OpenMedia.ca, This candidate will also take part in on-the-street canvassing once a week with the team and perform weekly check-ins to keep morale high. This is an exciting new project and you’ll be taking a leadership role with the Canvass Director.

* Events and Outreach Coordinator
This candidate will work on a variety of outreach, organizing and public education activities to broaden the movement for Open Media. Candidates will play a significant role in coordinating workshops and conducting educational presentations. You’ll get direct hands-on experience with event coordination, media relations, and grassroots organizing. This is a role that covers a broad range of activities and will be honed towards the interests of the candidate. Activities could include: event coordination (Fresh Media, Media Democracy Day), high school workshops, University presentations, tabling at events, assistance in on-the-street education, online promotions and outreach.

* Open Media Canvasser
This is a dynamic position that involves bringing media democracy and social change to Vancouver streets. The successful candidate for this position will exercise their outgoing, personable and articulate nature to carry out on-the-street education and canvassing for OpenMedia.ca. We have created exciting tools with which to educate the public and build our grassroots membership. This is an exciting first of its kind program and we’re hoping to expand it over the coming year. Think Greenpeace but for media democracy!

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Requirements:
We are looking for team-orientated, good-humoured, well-organized, quick learners who are interested in making positive social change.
We require:

• 11 week commitment of approximately 10-15 hours per week (dependent upon the position)
• Must be proficient in oral and written English and have strong writing skills
• Intermediate MS Office skills including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Superior communication and interpersonal skills are a must, as is a
• can-do attitude

Assets:
Familiar with the work of OpenMedia.ca

• Avid user of social media tools like Facebook, YouTube, and Twitter
• Graphic design skills
• Event coordination and/or tabling/canvassing experience
• Fundraising experience
• Access to a wireless enabled laptop
• Video editing/production skills
• Flexible schedule

Please send a brief letter of interest your CV to reilly@openmedia.ca by: September 20th 2010.

WOW! Selling Tickets Fast

Hey!

SFUOpenMedia.ca (if you already do not know) is hosting a fundraiser party for OpenMedia at the Anza on the 23rd of September. A lot of interesting and cool organizations are showing up from the Vancouver media scene, such as Vancouver is Awesome, Cineworks, Vancouver Media-Coop, Gen Why Media Project, Geist, Destroy Serious…. etc ( the list goes on).

We will have four DJs.
Tks in advance are $5 – and they are selling fast.
Tks @ door $10. Event starts at 8:30. Bring a White t-shirt.
Buy tickets online from eventbrite.com here

You can also buy them on Thursday directly from us during club days on the 16th of September

Hurry buy your tickets now!!!!

Check out our Events Page for more info.

Messing Around with the Site

Hey! If you notice that our website keeps changing do not be alarmed we are playing around with it. We are looking for the best available format. This might take us a while, so please be patient with us.

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We are done! New Site format hope its easier to navigate.

Thanks
SFUOpenMedia.ca

A Volunteer Opportunity with one of our Sponsors Y57 Youth Radio

For Youth by Youth

Youth in 57 minutes , also known as Y57, is a volunteer based radio show that airs live every 4th and 5th Monday of each month on your 102.7fm dial. This program airs from the Vancouver Co-op Radio station located at the corner of Columbia and Hastings in the heart of the Downtown Eastside, acting as a primary source for local, alternative media.

The Y57 program was founded with the intention of serving youth, acting as an outlet for youth expression. The program consists of music and talk radio, generating free publicity for up-and-coming, local musicians and facilitating discussion regarding issues relevant to Vancouver youth.

The program, currently hosted by Jamie Cessford and Ovey Yeung , serves as a means for youth expression. The program, the only youth run radio show in the lower mainland, is a showcase for the creative talents and social initiatives of local youth, gaining them recognition in an otherwise privately owned media environment, one in which serves profitability and mainstream ideology over alternative opinion. This outlet is empowering, granting youth a public space that helps cultivate their ability to build community and perform social critique.

Each program involves a youth of the month candidate, a news piece and a band interview. The individual chosen for the youth of the month interview talks about his or her recent achievements regarding an organization he or she has started or participated in and that has developed or contributed to an important youth initiative. The news piece involves profiling or covering an event, organization or local issue that is youth oriented and, finally, each show a musical artists is interviewed while having several of their compositions played on-air.

If you want to learn more, get involved, donate to Y57, nominate a musician, news piece, or youth of the month to be feature on a broadcast, please visit www.y57.ca or contact Ovey Yeung at media@y57.ca .

David Swanson

Looking For Volunteers and Party on September 23rd

Hey SFU Students!

We are currently looking for volunteers to help us spread the word about SFUOpenMedia.ca on campus. To see how you can Volunteer check out our Volunteer section and give us an email.

We Immediately need volunteers to help with our Fundraiser.

As for the Fundraiser… well its going to be a blast. We have four DJs coming for the night, a media wall showcasing independent media makers in Vancouver and some really interesting community members will be showing up for the party (Vancouver Is Awesome, Destroy Serious … too many to list here).  Oh and there will be some free goodies at the door. Come out and help us raise money for OpenMedia.ca

Advance tickets are only 5 dollars, buy your tickets, because the door prices are 10 dollars. You can buy advance tickets on Thursday Sept 16 in person from us during Club Days. Just look for our tables.

For information on how to buy adv tickets and about the fundraiser  go to our facebook page here

Club Days

Hey watch out for us on Club days, we will be there on Thursdays, and if you can make it that day just head over to the SFPIRG table and tell them you are interested in joining our club!

See you on Thursday

SFUOpenMedia.ca

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