22 July 2012
Deadline July 30 | Call for Submissions with Asian-Australian Content: Peril Issue 14
Deadline: 30 July 2012
The next theme for Peril Issue 14 is “Spirit Worlds”. We encourage work inspired by the theme by Asian-Australian artists or having Asian-Australian content. We accept prose, poetry, non-fiction, essays, blog posts with a word limit of 1000 words. We also accept submissions of any kind of sound or visual art, as long as it can be presented online.
Submission deadline is July 30 for an anticipated publication date of October 2012.
You don’t have to be Asian-Australian to contribute, but your contribution should be related to the theme and be of Asian-Australian interest.
For Peril submissions or queries, email peril@asianaustralian.org.
Please note we are only able to pay Australian contributors due to our funding arrangements.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
For queries/ submissions: peril@asianaustralian.org
Website: http://www.peril.com.au
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The next theme for Peril Issue 14 is “Spirit Worlds”. We encourage work inspired by the theme by Asian-Australian artists or having Asian-Australian content. We accept prose, poetry, non-fiction, essays, blog posts with a word limit of 1000 words. We also accept submissions of any kind of sound or visual art, as long as it can be presented online.
Submission deadline is July 30 for an anticipated publication date of October 2012.
You don’t have to be Asian-Australian to contribute, but your contribution should be related to the theme and be of Asian-Australian interest.
For Peril submissions or queries, email peril@asianaustralian.org.
Please note we are only able to pay Australian contributors due to our funding arrangements.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
For queries/ submissions: peril@asianaustralian.org
Website: http://www.peril.com.au
27 June 2011
ADACH Nabati Poetry Competition (Bahrain/ Kuwait/ Oman, Qatar/ Saudi Arabia/ UAE)
Deadline: 7 September 2011
The Poetry Academy of the Abu Dhabi Authority for Culture and Heritage (ADACH), has begun registration for the Nabati poetry competition.
This event is organised annually as part of the proceedings of the ninth International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition, in Abu Dhabi (ADIHEX- Abu Dhabi 2011).
ADIHEX will be held at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre between the 14-17th of September.
The competition, which aims to present falconry to the poetry fans, will exhibit artistic images in three categories: the most beautiful Nabati poem in describing the bird, the most beautiful Nabati poem in describing Mignas (hunting) and the most beautiful Nabati poem which discusses the bird's (the falcon's) loss.
This competition is aimed at poets in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and Arab Nabati poets collectively.
The judging panel is formed of a number of the most important poets, researchers and specialists in the field of Nabati poetry.
The participating poems must be submitted via e-mail to adihex@adach.ae . The total value of the prizes is 135,000 UAE dirhams. The winner in every category gets an AED of 20,000, while the runner up gets AED 15,000 and third place finalist receiving AED 10,000. The Exhibition's High Organizing Committee also grants the winners appreciation certificates.
In accordance with the rules of Nabati poetry competition, candidates must be at least 18 years old, their poem must be recent, have never been published in the media and be 20-30 verses in length. The High Organizing Committee is free to publish the winning poems. The poem must be accompanied with a brief biography of the poet. The deadline for submission of entries is September 7; the results will be announced on the last day of the Exhibition.
Via: wam.ae
Contact Information:
For inquiries: adihex@adach.ae
For submissions: adihex@adach.ae
Website: http://www.adach.ae/en/portal/poetry.academy.aspx
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The Poetry Academy of the Abu Dhabi Authority for Culture and Heritage (ADACH), has begun registration for the Nabati poetry competition.
This event is organised annually as part of the proceedings of the ninth International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition, in Abu Dhabi (ADIHEX- Abu Dhabi 2011).
ADIHEX will be held at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre between the 14-17th of September.
The competition, which aims to present falconry to the poetry fans, will exhibit artistic images in three categories: the most beautiful Nabati poem in describing the bird, the most beautiful Nabati poem in describing Mignas (hunting) and the most beautiful Nabati poem which discusses the bird's (the falcon's) loss.
This competition is aimed at poets in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and Arab Nabati poets collectively.
The judging panel is formed of a number of the most important poets, researchers and specialists in the field of Nabati poetry.
The participating poems must be submitted via e-mail to adihex@adach.ae . The total value of the prizes is 135,000 UAE dirhams. The winner in every category gets an AED of 20,000, while the runner up gets AED 15,000 and third place finalist receiving AED 10,000. The Exhibition's High Organizing Committee also grants the winners appreciation certificates.
In accordance with the rules of Nabati poetry competition, candidates must be at least 18 years old, their poem must be recent, have never been published in the media and be 20-30 verses in length. The High Organizing Committee is free to publish the winning poems. The poem must be accompanied with a brief biography of the poet. The deadline for submission of entries is September 7; the results will be announced on the last day of the Exhibition.
Via: wam.ae
Contact Information:
For inquiries: adihex@adach.ae
For submissions: adihex@adach.ae
Website: http://www.adach.ae/en/portal/poetry.academy.aspx
31 January 2011
Job Opening: Editor for Time Out Abu Dhabi
Time Out Abu Dhabi is looking for: Editor
Time Out GCC is looking for a talented editor to head up the weekly Time Out Abu Dhabi magazine and related brand extensions. You will have an impeccable track record as an editor and possess the vision to take the magazine forward. Prior experience on a magazine/publication of international standing is preferred.
Working with the online editor, you will help Time Out Abu Dhabi evolve as an effective multi-platform brand. The job is based in ITP’s satelitte office in Abu Dhabi.
To apply, please submit: a) a detailed covering letter and CV; b) some relevant samples of your writing; c) three feature ideas. Send applications to james.alexander@itp.com , quoting reference AD1 in the subject line.
More information here.
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Time Out GCC is looking for a talented editor to head up the weekly Time Out Abu Dhabi magazine and related brand extensions. You will have an impeccable track record as an editor and possess the vision to take the magazine forward. Prior experience on a magazine/publication of international standing is preferred.
Working with the online editor, you will help Time Out Abu Dhabi evolve as an effective multi-platform brand. The job is based in ITP’s satelitte office in Abu Dhabi.
To apply, please submit: a) a detailed covering letter and CV; b) some relevant samples of your writing; c) three feature ideas. Send applications to james.alexander@itp.com , quoting reference AD1 in the subject line.
More information here.
03 May 2010
$100,000 Abu Dhabi's Sasha Grant for Film Writers/Directors
Shasha Grant
The Shasha Grant is Abu Dhabi Film Commission’s One Hundred Thousand Dollars international screenwriting competition designed to identify develop and launch the careers of outstanding filmmakers. One winner will be chosen from the finalists during the Circle conference in Abu Dhabi at a gala ceremony.
Rules & Regulations
GENERAL RULES
1. Entry into this competition confirms each entrant’s acceptance of these terms and conditions.
2. Abu Dhabi Film Commission reserves the right to reject any entry at their absolute discretion.
3. Entrants are to be 18 years or older.
4. Entries can be from
- Writer
- Writer/ Director
- Writer plus Director team
- Writer plus Producer team
- Writer/ Director plus a Producer team
5. Scripts must be submitted by the writer or director.
6. One of the key team members (writer, director or producer) is Emirati OR a resident in the Middle East for more than 5 years, OR has Emirati, Middle Eastern, North African parents.
7. All entrants must have completed a short, feature or documentary film that was awarded a prize, has been screened at an international film festival or has had a broadcast commission.
8. Writers may not have more than two (2) produced feature screenplays.
9. Directors may not have directed more than one (1) feature film.
10. Producers must have at least 3 broadcast or screening credits (theatrical or festival).
11. A maximum of 2 scripts per applicant will be accepted. Only one script per applicant will be selected.
12. All applications must fulfill one of the following criteria:
- The script subject matter is set in the Middle East or North Africa OR
- The script is to be filmed in the UAE.
13. Applications must be a completed feature length screenplay or feature length documentary (90 pages minimum/ 110 maximum).
14. Scripts must be in industry standard format, with a title page containing contact details.
15. The entered script must be original work or an original adaptation of a copyright free story, or proof of ownership of the Chain of Title.
16. The entered script must not have been previously optioned, sold or produced.
17. All application documents must be in English. However, the script can be submitted in English or Arabic language.
18. Applicants must be comfortable pitching their scripts in English or Arabic.
19. All scripts must be socially and culturally acceptable in the UAE and region.
20. Each applicant to the Shasha Screenwriting Competition must do the following:
* Comply with the Shasha Screenwriting Competition Agreement by accepting the Terms and Conditions.
* Complete submission through Withoutabox.
* Submit one feature-length screenplay as a PDF file.
* Submit a cover letter with proof of eligibility to enter the competition - see points 6,8, 9, 10 and 12 of these Rules.
21. No scripts will be accepted after the deadline 1st July 2010 midnight.
22. All submissions must be sent via Withoutabox.
23. The material submitted will not be returned under any circumstances.
24. 20 scripts will be shortlisted on 13th August 2010. Only selected entrants will be contacted.
25. If the script is one of the 20 shortlisted the following documents must be provided by 20th August 2010 5pm.
* Passport copy of applicant/s
* Copy of residency visa if applicable
* A DVD copy of prior work - only one film may be submitted for review (either short, feature, documentary or broadcasted show)
* DVDs must have English subtitles if spoken in another language
** (Failure to submit will result in immediate withdrawal from Shasha Screenwriting Competition.)
(More information HERE.)
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The Shasha Grant is Abu Dhabi Film Commission’s One Hundred Thousand Dollars international screenwriting competition designed to identify develop and launch the careers of outstanding filmmakers. One winner will be chosen from the finalists during the Circle conference in Abu Dhabi at a gala ceremony.
Rules & Regulations
GENERAL RULES
1. Entry into this competition confirms each entrant’s acceptance of these terms and conditions.
2. Abu Dhabi Film Commission reserves the right to reject any entry at their absolute discretion.
3. Entrants are to be 18 years or older.
4. Entries can be from
- Writer
- Writer/ Director
- Writer plus Director team
- Writer plus Producer team
- Writer/ Director plus a Producer team
5. Scripts must be submitted by the writer or director.
6. One of the key team members (writer, director or producer) is Emirati OR a resident in the Middle East for more than 5 years, OR has Emirati, Middle Eastern, North African parents.
7. All entrants must have completed a short, feature or documentary film that was awarded a prize, has been screened at an international film festival or has had a broadcast commission.
8. Writers may not have more than two (2) produced feature screenplays.
9. Directors may not have directed more than one (1) feature film.
10. Producers must have at least 3 broadcast or screening credits (theatrical or festival).
11. A maximum of 2 scripts per applicant will be accepted. Only one script per applicant will be selected.
12. All applications must fulfill one of the following criteria:
- The script subject matter is set in the Middle East or North Africa OR
- The script is to be filmed in the UAE.
13. Applications must be a completed feature length screenplay or feature length documentary (90 pages minimum/ 110 maximum).
14. Scripts must be in industry standard format, with a title page containing contact details.
15. The entered script must be original work or an original adaptation of a copyright free story, or proof of ownership of the Chain of Title.
16. The entered script must not have been previously optioned, sold or produced.
17. All application documents must be in English. However, the script can be submitted in English or Arabic language.
18. Applicants must be comfortable pitching their scripts in English or Arabic.
19. All scripts must be socially and culturally acceptable in the UAE and region.
20. Each applicant to the Shasha Screenwriting Competition must do the following:
* Comply with the Shasha Screenwriting Competition Agreement by accepting the Terms and Conditions.
* Complete submission through Withoutabox.
* Submit one feature-length screenplay as a PDF file.
* Submit a cover letter with proof of eligibility to enter the competition - see points 6,8, 9, 10 and 12 of these Rules.
21. No scripts will be accepted after the deadline 1st July 2010 midnight.
22. All submissions must be sent via Withoutabox.
23. The material submitted will not be returned under any circumstances.
24. 20 scripts will be shortlisted on 13th August 2010. Only selected entrants will be contacted.
25. If the script is one of the 20 shortlisted the following documents must be provided by 20th August 2010 5pm.
* Passport copy of applicant/s
* Copy of residency visa if applicable
* A DVD copy of prior work - only one film may be submitted for review (either short, feature, documentary or broadcasted show)
* DVDs must have English subtitles if spoken in another language
** (Failure to submit will result in immediate withdrawal from Shasha Screenwriting Competition.)
(More information HERE.)
26 February 2010
Abu Dhabi International Book Fair
Join us at the 20th ADIBF from 2 – 7 March 2010!
Welcome to the homepage of the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair. Organised by KITAB, a joint venture between the Abu Dhabi Authority for Culture and Heritage and the Frankfurt Book Fair, the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair thrives on the distinctive pairing of established expertise and new ideas.
With over 800 exhibitors from more than 60 countries spread over four halls (19,000 sqm gross) of the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre, the book fair has grown substantially since last year.
The Professional Programme at the ADIBF 2010 provides ample opportunity for publishers and other industry professionals to make the most of their time in Abu Dhabi, with a host of unique business opportunities including seminars and targeted matchmaking sessions, trade-oriented networking sessions and guided tours of the fair.
Meanwhile, with participants from more than 15 countries, the Cultural Programme boasts a line-up of authors and poets that features major international names as well as showcasing the best in home-grown talent. For a second year in a row, the book fair’s own guests are joined by the winners of the Sheikh Zayed Book Award and the six shortlisted nominees for the International Prize for Arabic Fiction, introducing audiences to a broad sample of some of the best and most celebrated faces in international and Arab literature today. A live cooking show and an Antiquarian Book Fair round out the fair’s cultural offerings.
(More information HERE.)
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Welcome to the homepage of the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair. Organised by KITAB, a joint venture between the Abu Dhabi Authority for Culture and Heritage and the Frankfurt Book Fair, the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair thrives on the distinctive pairing of established expertise and new ideas.
With over 800 exhibitors from more than 60 countries spread over four halls (19,000 sqm gross) of the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre, the book fair has grown substantially since last year.
The Professional Programme at the ADIBF 2010 provides ample opportunity for publishers and other industry professionals to make the most of their time in Abu Dhabi, with a host of unique business opportunities including seminars and targeted matchmaking sessions, trade-oriented networking sessions and guided tours of the fair.
Meanwhile, with participants from more than 15 countries, the Cultural Programme boasts a line-up of authors and poets that features major international names as well as showcasing the best in home-grown talent. For a second year in a row, the book fair’s own guests are joined by the winners of the Sheikh Zayed Book Award and the six shortlisted nominees for the International Prize for Arabic Fiction, introducing audiences to a broad sample of some of the best and most celebrated faces in international and Arab literature today. A live cooking show and an Antiquarian Book Fair round out the fair’s cultural offerings.
(More information HERE.)
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