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Work on the events & marketing team for a magazine on Chinese Culture.This fascinating and unusual work experience placement enables you to take a peek behind the scenes of a magazine and events company in Beijing!

You will work on the events & marketing team for a magazine on Chinese Culture. The magazine publishes both a print magazine and an e-newsletter, but is also involved in running events for diplomats, tourists and other 'foreigners' interested in learning about Chinese Culture. Your main role will be to help organise, advertise and put on these events. Fantastic experience, whether you're already in journalism or are looking for a step up on the ladder...

In a world of competition where an army of graduates are lining up for the top jobs, this project would set you apart from the crowd and make employers look twice.

PROJECT OVERVIEW:

You will work on the events & marketing team for a magazine on Chinese Culture. The magazine publishes both a print magazine and an e-newsletter, but is also involved in running events for diplomats, tourists and other 'foreigners' interested in learning about Chinese Culture. Your main role will be to help organise, advertise and put on these events. We also run journalism, graphic design and photojournalism projects at the magazine, so if you have skills/interest in both areas please make this clear, as the magazine can be flexible about the type of work offered and you are welcome to combine interests.

On your first day you will be taken to work by one of the Staff Members in Beijing, and introduced to the staff at the Magazine. You will also meet your supervisor.

You will usually work from around 9:30 until 5:00pm with an hour to lunch, but this can be subject to change.

You will be working both individually and as part of the team. The post, as with all work in such fields, will respond to the amount of energy you put in. If you are enthusiastic and offer a professional manner then you will be rewarded by being given better and better opportunities.

Communication with your fellow staff members will not be a problem and you do not have to know any Mandarin to join this project. Your Supervisor speaks perfect English and so do many of the other staff at the office. A little Mandarin knowledge will go down extremely well, however, so you should make the effort to learn a little before you arrive.

The magazine you will work at publishes a variety of articles about Chinese Culture. Its aim is to introduce Ex-Pats to China while educating, informing and entertaining. The magazine features articles on travel, Chinese culture, food, modern life, language, art, business and more. The magazine covers a massive range of things and is a very interesting read – if you’re interested in getting under the skin of Chinese Culture, you’ll love it. Examples of recent articles include:
--> Travel – Articles on various towns, festivals and tourist attractions all over China
--> Things you should know about the Chinese workplace
--> Chinese Old Wives Tales
--> Chinese Modern Art
--> Traditional Chinese Cookery
--> Beijing’s Avant Garde architecture
--> The History of Chopsticks
--> Marriage – ancient and modern perspectives
--> Chinese Dining Etiquette
--> Chinese Humour
--> The life of Confucius through cartoons

The magazine has a global distribution of around 50,000 copies every month. It is sold throughout China, Hong Kong and Singapore, and also has readership in many other countries around the world. They also publish an e-newsletter each week, which you can be involved in writing.

Readership:
--> Foreign students studying in China and overseas Chinese language learners
--> Diplomats at foreign embassies in China
--> Chinese and Chinese culture teachers from educational institutions and training centers
--> Foreign tourists in China
--> Foreigners working in China and business staff, including many senior government managers
--> Chinese culture students from many countries

WHAT YOU'LL GAIN FROM DOING THIS PROJECT:

--> Skills in events management, marketing and related disciplines

--> An insider's perspective into the real world of journalism and media in China

--> An exciting, never-to-be-forgotten adventure into the Orient and Chinese culture.

--> New skills, more confidence, a greater understanding of a different culture, invaluable personal and professional development.

--> An entry on your CV or résumé that will put you head and shoulders above most others in the job market

--> And best of all ... an unforgettable experience!

ACCOMMODATION AND FOOD:

You will stay in a modern and friendly, central hostel along with the other volunteers. You'll usually have access to all the modern facilities you'd expect: internet access, a kitchen, TV, common room with DVDs, a security locker and a bar & restaurant on premises.

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.

Duration

Available all year round. Our placements are very flexible, you can choose your own start and finish dates.

Start Dates

Flexible start and finish dates you choose. Our placements are flexible and can be tailored to match your preferences. For availability please contact the office.

Costs / Benefits

Costs vary depending on length of placement, but starts at £1395 for four weeks. You can participate for up to one year, subject to visa requirements.

Included is 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.

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.

Requirements

An interest and enthusiasm for media, marketing & events. some experience in marketing or events will support your application. No knowledge of Mandarin necessary, but a little basic Mandarin will make your placement much more enjoyable. Computer skills and use of Word and Excel is an advantage for any journalism project.

Everyone is welcome on a Travellers programme, whether gap year, undergraduate, on a career break - or even retired! From 17 years old upwards, and all nationalities. This placement would suit anyone who wants to make a real difference, wants first-hand experience of a different culture and has initiative.