We're looking for teenagers to join our Teen Advisory Board
Readings is looking for suitable candidates to join our new Teen Advisory Board.
What is it?
The Readings Teen Advisory Board is a volunteer group that will meet once a month to chat about recent and forthcoming young adult books, write blog posts and short reviews, learn about careers in the book industry, provide feedback to Readings staff members on a range of subjects and have fun!
Who are we looking for?
- Teens aged 15-19 with diverse interests and opinions
- Keen readers of young adult literature who enjoy talking and writing about books
What are the benefits of being on the board?
- Access to advance copies of books before they are published
- Meet other keen readers from around Melbourne
- Opportunities to provide your opinions on authors, books and more
- Opportunities to write blog posts, reviews and shelf-talkers
- Opportunities to learn more about the Australian book industry
- Free books!
- Snacks!
- Fun!
When and where does the board meet?
4.30pm on the third Monday of the month in the boardroom at Readings Head Office, 314 Drummond St, Carlton. Dates for the rest of the year:
- Monday 17 July
- Monday 21 August
- Monday 18 September
- Monday 18 October
- Monday 20 November
How do I apply?
If you would like to join the Readings Teen Advisory Board, please tell us why you would like to take part, the types of books you like to read, and why you love visiting bookshops.
Your application should be a single page document of no more than 500 words, in either Word or PDF format, addressing the points above and including your name, age and contact details.
Send it to [email protected] by 5pm, Friday 30 June, 2017.
The fine print
Applications to the Teen Advisory Board will close on 30th June 2017, unless all positions have been filled sooner. Due to the limited number of places available, an application will not guarantee you a spot. All applicants will be notified if their application has been successful or not.
This is a volunteer role for Readings and is not paid. If accepted you would remain on the board for a period of one year, and there is a maximum of 10 people on the board.
