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Fun Wednesday press event – benefit for Yerba Buena

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Hey all. I don’t usually pass on this sort of thing, but there could be a good economics or housing story in here somewhere. And it includes a free cruise. 😉 Press event details below. -Mia

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Kewl event below, especially the free Bay Cruise aboard the “USS Potomac” from Oakland to SF!

WHEN: Wednesday, March 3 11am: Cross the Bay from Oakland’s Jack London Square with “Six Presidents” and “Willie L. Brown, Jr.” aboard FDR’s Presidential Yacht “USS Potomac”. Breakfast provided. 11:30am: “Potomac” Docks at Pier E — SF Ferry Building 11:45am: “Motorized Cable Car” leaves for “Dream House” Secret Location in San Francisco’s Noe Valley (shhh! It’s a secret! 12noon: Reception / Tour of $3 million “Dream House” 1pm: Return to Ferry Building and/or Oakland’s Jack London Square

WEB: www.sfraffle.com

VIPS IN ATENDANCE AT “Dream House” San Francisco Supervisors Bevan Dufty & David Campos, SF Treasure Jose Cisneros SFCVB President Joe D’Alessandro, Port Commission President Rodney Fong, Donna Sachet, Harry Denton and MUMC President Stephen Adams will all be at the 12noon reception at the house. Also, we’ll be unveiling the new TV PSA that day, starring former Mayor Willie L. Brown, Jr. who very well may be there in person.

DETAILS: *Yerba Buena Center for the Arts Sponsors 2nd Annual “Dream House Raffle”* * * *Raffle Tickets Go On Sale March 3 when “Dream House” Is Unveiled to Media in* *“By Land & By Sea” Promotion * * * *Former Mayor Willie L. Brown, Jr. Serves as “Dream House”* *PSA Spokesman for Second Year* * * *Winners Drawn July 10* *1st prize: $3 Million San Francisco “Dream House” or $1.5 Million in Cash.* *More than $350,000 in additional winnings* * * *“1-in-100”Chance to Win a Prize!*

There’s no place like home; and nothing like winning one worth $3 million or $1.5 million in cash if you are the ticket winner for the *2nd Annual Yerba Buena Center for the Arts “Dream House Raffle”*.* * On Wednesday, March 3, 2010 tickets will go on sale for the widely anticipated sequel to last year’s fundraising effort for the iconic nonprofit arts center in downtown San Francisco. On that day, the location of the house – a closely guarded secret – will be unveiled to members of the press at a special mid-day reception. Former San Francisco Mayor *Willie L. Brown, Jr. *is again this year starring in the campaign’s marketing campaign which will be unveiled at the March 3rd reception. Attendees will be ferried in from around the Bay onboard President Franklin Delano Roosevelt’s yacht *Potomac* before being “blind-folded” for transport on a cable car to the secret location of “The Dream House.” Winners will be announced on July 10, 2010.

If you’d like to be part of a fun event — the kick-off the 2nd Annual “Dream House” Raffle benefiting Yerba Buena Center for the Arts — drop an email / call David Perry at (415) 676-7007 / news@davidperry.com

Events, Freelance Cafe West

Freelancer’s Gathering next Thursday, Feb 25, 7pm

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Hey folks. The next freelancer’s gathering is coming up next Thursday:

February 25th 7PM Pacific Coast Brewery (906 Washington Street, Oakland)

And I have a favor to ask of y’all. I’m working on getting the freelancecafe.org website into some kind of passable shape (and yes, those of you who’ve been in the group for awhile know that I’ve done this before, but I really mean it this time!) So I want to know – what do YOU want on the website? Do you want it to just be an RSS feed of the posts I send, eventually replacing this email list? Do you want it to be a repository for resources, events, tools, etc. relevant to freelancers? (Freelance Folder posts some great articles about freelancing, so I don’t want to copy what they do.) Do you want it to be a place to post your own links, blogs, interesting work you’re doing, etc. with highlights of individual freelancers from time to time? Something else entirely?

If you have a chance to brainstorm about any of this stuff next Thursday, I would be grateful. And just pass on whatever notes you have through Molly or Rori or our newest FC guru Jen Ward. And if you can’t make it on Thursday but have some thoughts on the site anyway, just shoot me an email.

And finally – if you are a talented wordpress designer and are just dying to make us a lovely site, let me know. This is currently a labor of love, but you’d get a web credit, something for your portfolio, some cash as soon as I manage to find some funding for this sucker, and my undying gratitude. I never, EVER encourage freelancers to work for nothing. This is a personal project and it makes me happy, so please only offer your services if you want to do it for fun (and a bit of good karma.)

Happy gathering! Best, Mia 845-444-4034

Freelance Cafe West, Gigs

REVISED! Snap Judgment’s Call for Stories!!!

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Hey folks – this update from Glynn at Snap Judgments: revised (higher!) pay rates. Hooray! -mia

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Thanks to everyone for your amazing response to Snap Judgment’s Call for Stories, and suggestions on our rate structure. As promised, we have gone “back to the drawing board” on the rate structure, as reflected in this revised Call for Stories.

As former freelancers, we very much understand the need for sustainable compensation practices, and will endeavor to treat EVERYONE in the Snap Judgment community fairly.

Thanks again,

Glynn

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Snap Judgment, winner of CPB’s Public Radio Talent Quest, launches April 2010, and is putting out a call for stories.

We’re looking for amazing stories. Quick. Distinctive Voice. Bobbing and weaving. Surprising ending. Raw. Urban sensibility. Intimate. Voyeuristic.

The “perfect” long form Snap Judgment story runs six to nine minutes.

Check out Episode ONE (Magic Doors) at SnapJudgment.org . . .

Typically in Snap Judgment pieces, the narrator presents a high stakes choice early on – subtly daring listeners to put themselves in place of the protagonist. Snap Judgment heroes make choices with consequence. As the story unfolds we learn more about both the teller and the environment / context they operate.

We like stories that transport listeners to different worlds. We really like international stories, but equally dig stories that navigate ethnic or social-economic communities outside the scope of traditional media. (For example, we would love a story about a Tongan prince, but would also dig one from the perspective of a sister-wife in north Utah.)

While main characters are allowed to draw lessons from their experience, we leave the “judging” of the story to the audience. We don’t mind if overlapping narratives conflict in their conclusions. (One person could conclude that arranged marriages are evil, another could conclude they are great.)

Don’t let facts get in the way of a good story! We like lies and lying liars. Lies and exaggerations are often more important than some antiseptic recall of the facts. We want character. A snapshot of the person in the moment of their Snap Judgment.

The more fantastical, the better. Snap Judgment dances on the edge of credulity. Did you see someone fly? Fantastic. Picked up by a UFO? Even better. Got a fictional piece you think would work? Try us.

The Snap Judgment theme is important, but most important is the story. Good stories have decision points. Good characters suck listeners in. The teller should want to share their story. (Or be so compelling in their reluctance, that we identify with them.) Either way, we must be compelled to listen as they illuminate a hidden piece of the world.

We’re currently working through a few basic “themes” – BUT don’t let this limit your imaginings. If you have a good idea, let us know!

1) 5150 (Stories involving people who are a danger to to themselves or and others.) 2) DROP EVERYTHING (people who have abandoned their current lives in search of a new one). 3) LIBRARY TALES (stories in or involving the most innocuous place of all – the local public library . . .) 4) SUPERHEROS (stories of people who use their powers to shake things up . . . hopefully in tights!)

Interested producers should send a pitch, and a quick synopsis of the story. We will read each and every pitch (promise) and let you know whether we would like to move to the next level.

We are interested in both fully edited stories and raw interview tape (that show staff will cut into stories for the radio show and podcast)

Turnaround Times 2 Days – Quick 3 Days – Average 6 Days – Intensive

Junior Level Day Rate – $250 2 days – $500 3 days – $875 6 days – $1500

Mid Level Day Rate – $325 2 days – $650 3 days – $1,188 6 days – $1,950

Senior Level Day Rate – $400 2 days – $800 3 days – $1,400 6 days – $2,400

Write to us: Pitches@SnapJudgment.org

Thanks a million! We can’t WAIT to hear from you . . . SnapJudgment.org

Freelance Cafe West, Gigs

Patch.com seeks multimedia reporters and columnists

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Hey folks. Multimedia reporting opportunity below from one of our FC members. Check it out!

-Mia

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Patch.com seeks local multimedia contributors, reporters and columnists in the Danville, Pleasanton and San Ramon areas. Patch is looking for reporters and contributors who can come up with story ideas or might be able to take on breaking news stories. We are also looking for a weekly columnists who have something to say about these communities.

The ideal candidate is a writer based in Danville, Pleasanton, or San Ramon, who is an expert on, and will enjoy writing about the communities.

Some of the topics we’re looking include:

-Local politics

-Schools

-Shopping and Trends

-Sports

This is a paid gig, at the rate of $50-$75 per piece, depending on experience (these are for 200-500 words, but we will pay more for longer/more in-depth stories). We are looking for web-savvy writers who will include links to relevant online resources and will jump in and engage with readers who comment on their articles or columns. We’re also willing to consider shorter, blog-style posts several times a week instead of a single 400- to 700-word article/column if the topic lends itself to that approach. We are also open to multimedia pieces, from slideshows to online video, text and photographs.

For consideration, please send relevant writing samples (including links to any online writing or multimedia pieces) and a résumé.

To learn more about Patch, please visit Patch.com and click on any of the links.

For specific questions, please contact:

Marnette Federis – Pleasanton Patch

marnette@patch.com

Elizabeth Shemaria – Danville Patch

lizs@patch.com

Julie Dowling – San Ramon Patch

julie@patch.com

Freelance Cafe West, Gigs

tape sync in La Jolla TOMORROW (Wednesday) 4pm

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Hey folks. Sorry for the short notice… are any of you in southern CA (or know someone in southern, CA) who might be available for this tape sync tomorrow (Wednesday) at 4pm? This is for Antenna Audio. Drop me a line and I’ll put you in touch with the producer. Thanks! -Mia

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We are looking for someone to go to a swanky resort in La Jolla, California – north of San Diego – to record a car collector on Wednesday – THIS Wednesday – at 4 p.m. Allison will call in at 4:30 once the person is all set up, and the car guy will read some scripted text. It should take about 30 minutes maximum. I’m sure anyone’s rate will be an hour minimum and probably transportation.

Do you have anyone in that neighborhood? It’s an emergency – I have no one, we’re on deadline, and this fellow is very hard to track down and record.

Thanks for any leads or help.

Best, Kate

Kate Rothrock Creative Director, US Antenna Audio Inc. P.O. Box 176 Sausalito, CA 94966 PHONE: 415-332-4862, ext. 120 FAX: 415-332-5886

Audio/Radio, Freelance Cafe West, Gigs

KALW’s City Visions Radio in need of a fill-in producer

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Hey folks. City Visions Radio (part of KALW) is in need of a fill-in producer. Contact info below and details attached. Best, Mia

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Well, we’re in need again as two producers are on maternity leave. We’re looking to bring on at least one more person. If you can help get this word out through your channels, it would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks in advance,

Brian

Brian Moran Senior Producer City Visions Radio www.cityvisionsradio.com 91.7 FM, KALW, San Francisco brian@cityvisionsradio.com Cell: 323-309-8699

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Freelance Cafe West, Gigs, Print

High Country News Seeking Multimedia Freelancers in the West

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Potentially fantastic opportunity here for you multimedia folks. This post originally went out to the AIR list (Association of Independents in Radio), so if you are not on AIR, please let Cally know that you heard about this through an AIR member. Good luck! -mia

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I’m currently heading up the multimedia department at High Country News. (Ok, I AM the multimedia department.) Our MM work has been kind of checkered in the past, but we’re making a push to ramp it up. High Country News is a magazine based in teeny tiny Paonia, Colorado, covering the environment, natural resources and changing communities in the American West. If any of you are based out West, have experience shooting and producing video, or shooting strong images, collecting sound, and producing audio slideshows, I’d love to hear from you. We’re looking for good multimedia pitches, and I’m also compiling a list of freelancers around the West for future assignments.

If you have interest, email me off list at: callyc@hcn.org

Thanks!

Cally

Freelance Cafe West, Gigs

outLoud Radio’s call for Instructors

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OutLoud Radio needs your expertise! Details below. -mia

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*call for media instructors!*

OutLoud Radio is seeking experienced media producers and social justice youth workers to teach in our Youth Stories Program!

outLoud Radio works with lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgendered, queer, intersex and allied (LGBTQIA) young people to tell their own stories and produce radio. For 15 weeks, March 6- June 15, 2010, we’ll meet with high school aged young people once a week to teach radio production and storytelling skills. We teach with a social justice analysis and strong group process.

We are looking for instructors who are good at working with young people and/or who have strong radio production skills- ideally both! Preferably, you have a connection to the queer community, but everyone is invited to apply.

Instructors are asked to commit for once per week for group work with the outLoud youth interns and once per week for instructor meetings. On average, instructors spend no more than 10 hours a week. A stipend is provided for your time.

For more information call

415-658-6010 x 6

Applications are due by February 12, 2010

Email your resume and cover letter to volunteer@outloudradio.org

In your cover letter please tell us about your strengths and experience working with youth and your strengths and experience with media storytelling.

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Events, Freelance Cafe West

Women in Periodical Publishing Conference – Special deal for FC

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Hey folks. One of our new members just let me know about the Women in Periodical Publishing (WIPP) annual conference that’s happening this Friday in SF. There are a few discount tickets available if anyone is interested – details below. Best, Mia

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The conference will offer:

– A line-up of forward-thinking *speakers *including folks from print (*Dwell, Craft, Make, Saveur, *and others) and digital (Google, Facebook, Redroom.com, and more).

– Compelling *panel discussions* about the future of media. – Hands-on *new media workshops. * – Speed *life coaching* (20 minutes with a certified life and career coach, if you so choose).

– *Networking opportunities* throughout the day, as well as during lunch and at our post-conference wine and chocolate tasting.

I’ve attached a preview program, if you’d like to check out the details.

The ticket price is $199, but I just got news that, thanks to last-minute support from some generous sponsors, we have *a limited number of subsidized tickets available at $99.* Being a freelancer myself, I wanted to give Freelance CafĂ© members a shot at some of these tickets. Once they’re gone, they’re gone.

We have a special discount code that you can offer Freelance Café members to get that rate.

Register at: *https://www.acteva.com/go/WIPP-WLC * Enter discount code 9SPONS10.

Thanks so much, Kim

(415) 775-8361 www.kimberlyolson.com

*P** Please consider the environment before printing this e-mail. *

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freelancers gathering Thursday 1/28, 7:30pm

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Hello freelancers. First, I heard that the turnout for the CPA workshop with Jason Stallcup was great, so a huge thank you to Jason and everyone that showed up.

In case you missed it, you can reach Jason at: jason@jasoncpa.com http://www.jasoncpa.com/ *415.215.0639* 525 Irving Street, SF

Also, thanks to Sandbox Suites for hosting! Make sure you check them out if you’re looking for a co-working space or want to hold an event. Ask for Sasha.

*Sandbox Suites* http://www.sandboxsuites.com/ 123 10th Street San Francisco, CA 94103 (415) 659-8197

Finally, the next FC gathering is coming up next week.

Thursday, Jan. 28 7:30pm Pacific Coast Brewing Company 906 Washington Street, Oakland

Contact Rori at (415) 730-7380 if you have any questions.

As always, contact me at mia@freelancecafe.org if you have comments or questions about the group or have something you want to share. You can also join the FC group on Facebook .

All the best, Mia 845-444-4034 (new cell)