Call for applications: Music writers in Sudan

Successful candidates will be required to research and write no more than three overview articles ranging between 900 and 1 300 words.

The overview texts should provide factual insight into various aspects of the local music industry. Authors are expected to use clear, simple language and frame topics in a way that anyone can understand, while avoiding their own personal opinions.

A detailed style guide will be provided, and texts are expected to conform to strict guidelines. Applicants must be fluent in English.

Topic examples

Topics are not fixed but they generally aim to provide:

• An overview of Sudan's music life.
• An overview of specific music genres in the country (e.g. local genres, popular, traditional, etc.).
• An overview of opportunities available for music operators in (e.g. funding, training, performing opportunities, etc.).
• An overview of indigenous instruments in Sudan.
• An overview of the recording scene (recording labels, how royalties are collected, publishers, etc.).
• An overview of music education and available structures in the country.
• An overview of Sudan’s cultural policy.
• An overview of the live music scene (pre- and post-COVID-19).

Applicants must be well-versed in these areas, ideally having written on similar topics in the past. Successful candidates will be given a topic and will be required to submit a short proposal on how they would treat the topic.

Requirements

• At least five years of writing experience.
• Flawless writing skills (English).
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Exceptional music knowledge.
• Desire to contribute to the local music industry.

Remuneration

Writers will be remunerated at an agreed rate once the text has been submitted to the editor’s satisfaction and according to the specifications provided.

Contact

If you are interested, send your application to Lucy Ilado at lucy@musicinafrica.net before 10 September 2021.

Your application must include the following:

• A CV detailing your experience.
• Short motivational letter.
• At least three music-related articles you have written in English (links are acceptable).

For more information about Music In Africa, go to www.musicinafrica.net.