STPLN INTERDISCIPLINARY PROGRAM PRESENTS
Communication and Community Impact
open call
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open call 〰️
ESC is an international volunteer program funded by the European Commission. It enables all young people legally resident in Europe, aged between 18 and 30 years, to carry out an international volunteer service in an organisation or in a public body in Europe, Africa, Asia or South America for a period ranging from 2 to 12 months in full-time. It provides the reimbursement of travel expenses and complete coverage of the costs of food and accommodation for the international volunteer. You are also covered by complementary insurance. For more information, visit the ESC official webpage.
The project
STPLN Interdisciplinary program is a European Solidarity Corps project organised annually by STPLN in Malmö, Sweden. Communication and Community Impact is the theme of this year's ESC project. The project is a ten-month (September to June) ESC experience for three young, aspiring European creatives to gain experience working within the Creative and Cultural Industries. Volunteers will form an in-house interdisciplinary creative team tasked with various communication-related activities utilising a range of mediums and techniques.
At STPLN, curiosity and boldness are valued. Volunteers will be part of something unique, where they will create, build, and develop. Possessing an open mind, willingness to collaborate, listen, and contribute ideas and suggestions is crucial. Through this project, volunteers will acquire the capacity and experience to pursue careers in the creative industries. Upon completion of the project, volunteers will depart with an outstanding portfolio of projects and the ability to develop clear and effective communication campaigns for diverse purposes.
Communication and Community Impact
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Communication and Community Impact 〰️
Our Organisation
Stapelbädden (STPLN) is a production house located in the southern Swedish city of Malmö. The house is open to creative projects in the social, cultural and creative sector. It contains workshops, studios, event facilities, and shared offices where individuals, groups and organisations can realise their ideas. In addition to the facilities, STPLN offers a creative incubator and residency for Malmö's free culture life. Projects at STPLN range from short temporary workshops, seminars, or exhibitions to long-term residence projects developed in the house for several years. What is common for the projects is that they span across the genres of art and culture, technology and design, crafts, and education. The organization has just moved to a new building, which means a blank canvas that needs to be filled with new initiatives and projects. As we go through this transition, it is important for us to have a strong community and to create a space that will invite new faces. As a volunteer, you will help with building and opening up new creative opportunities, welcoming new audiences, and promoting more sustainable practices. You are also expected to handle some administrative activities at the front desk of the space. You will have a supportive team that values your contributions and fosters an inclusive atmosphere at STPLN.
Your profile
You must be interested in building an active community/audience.
You are a skilled communicator with strong writing, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
You can mix creativity with your digital skills to create content.
You can develop short video content on our various channels, including social media platforms, websites, newsletters, campaigns, and events.
You have strong sense of responsibility and thrive in dynamic and creative work environments.
You are able to work with different teams towards a common goals.
As a person you are open-minded, solution-oriented, and a good team player.
You can cultivate partnerships and collaborations within the organization and enhance community engagement.
While the listed qualifications are important, we recognize that unique skills and experiences can bring fresh perspectives to our team. If you’re excited about the opportunity to contribute your diverse talents, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t match every requirement listed above.
THE TASKS
Working with the team at STPLN, volunteers will commit 40 hours a week to a dynamic program over ten months. You will get the chance to use your skills working in a creative team developing and marketing communication campaigns. During your stay at STPLN, you are invited to develop your own project using the material and human resources available in-house. Volunteers will receive mentorship from the staff at STPLN. Various out-of-house activities and collaborations with other local organisations will be a part of the program, and last but not least, you will also help out with the daily maintenance tasks at the house.
Weekly Program
Aproximately 22 hours working on project related tasks
Approximately 8 hours developing personal project
3 Hours on scheduled weekly sessions for overview, reflection, evaluation
3 Hours for language courses
2 Hours for group courses and introductory workshops