V Raw

V Raw has had a strong level of support from our recruitment partners over the last few years. Universal Music, Channel V, Frost Design, MySpace, Block Branding, Rip Curl, Pedestrian, Right Angle Publishing, Rodriguez and Company & mX were all on board from the start, just to name a few.

This year the new kids on the V Raw block were; Chugg Entertainment, Modular, Oyster, inthemix andFaster Louder, PlayStation Magazine, Sweaty Betty, XYZ Studios, Skateboarding Australia and The Projects, just to name a few. Thanks to all involved for providing the invaluable opportunities, we couldn't have done it without you.

HERE'S SOME STATS: Over 50 interns were placed, 5 have been offered full time positions and counting. Read about the interns experience on the blog, here.

Much like all corny final episodes, the final Raw Cast is a flash back fest as the dynamic duo have a pow wow with some of their past guests, including a very special satellite phone call with a certain controversial intern. Add this to some questionable Christmas carol covers, and you've got yourself the best/worst finale since Seinfeld.

Listen here.

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The Ronettes - Sleigh Ride
Voigt 465 - Voices A Drama
Health - Die Slow
Bob Dylan - Winter Wonderland
Blink-182 - Enthused
Black Sabbath - Fairies Wear Boots
Julian Casablancas - I Wish It Was Christmas Today
Homie - American Girls
The Replacements - I Will Dare
DZ - Yeah
Why? - This Blackest Purse

When I went through the final stage of applying for the Channel V, V Raw internship I attended the interview at the XYZ Networks offices at FOXTEL in North Ryde. I could tell from the moment I walked in the door that this was where I wanted to be. The floor was buzzing with friendly faces and a bunch of hard working music lovers.

A few days later I got the call that I had made it through and would be doing three days a week for four weeks with Channel V. On my first day I took a moment to stand outside the FOXTEL building, looking up at the big orange sign and got that flush of excitement, when you know that you are about to embark on something huge.

The amazing thing about working within the Music Channels at XYZ Networks is the passion and knowledge everyone has of music. Yes, music is what they are dealing with on a day-to-day basis, but being immersed in music conversation and debate amongst the staff is something truly inspiring for a music lover. Each desk in the Music Channels offices has a TV constantly streaming the music channels which often fuels opinions and debates as various clips play throughout the day.

One thing that stood out for a person like myself who has been through various unpaid roles and internships was how generous the staff were with their time. Each of the different departments were prepared to teach me the proper methods to get things done and how their work contributed to producing all the on air material. At the beginning of my time at Channel V I sat down with the legendary Stella Wong, head of marketing for XYZ Music Channels. She took me through the various teams in the office and identified all the places she thought I might enjoy getting some experience. This way each week I had a stint in each department. I even sat in with the production team on one of the film shoots of V Music News, which was great fun. Doing my internship this way really broadened my knowledge of the available options in the music marketing industry, appropriate for someone ambivalent about their career like myself.

Luckily my time at the internship coincided with the search for the new Channel V Presenter. The office was overwhelmed with applications for the position and I was fortunate enough to be putting all the applications through the system so I got to watch the video applications and witness the buzz of excitement surrounding the search for the next VJ. I also worked on different promotional competitions and saw how marketing deals work between the various music Channels when they promote a touring artist or event.

You certainly know you are in the right direction when you wake up every morning excited to go to work and that was what working at Channel V as a Marketing Assistant was like for me. Thank you V Raw for organising such great and relevant industry opportunities. Thank you to XYZ Networks, particularly the Music Marketing Team for teaching me so much and being so warm and generous.

Boulet's catchier than the flu first single, "A Community Service Announcement", from his upcoming self-titled debut album has already been making the rounds on-air and online, including some fine praise from Mr. All Caps himself Kanye West. The accompanying killer music vid was put together by NZ heroes Special Problems and features a mish-mash of live action, slow-mo and fuzzy animation.

American dudes The Album Leaf obviously liked Boulet's summer anthem too, and remixed it for our listening pleasure, here

For the last month since I’ve been a Sweaty Betty intern I’ve dived head first into a crazy pool of fashion, parties and deadlines!

I pop into Betty HQ twice a week to give the hardworking Betty’s a hand and treat myself to a peep around their showroom. With enough clothes to rival the contents of
Carrie Bradshaws wardrobe, their Beaconsfield home houses a buffet of brands that feature weekly in magazine editorial around the country. As the baby Betty, my daily tasks involve sorting through returns, merchandising new stock, assisting with product calls, writing press releases and blogging on the Betty blog.

Last week I was even lucky enough to head along to the launch of the ‘Butchers Hook’ basics range along with industry ‘it’ faces and an escort of Betty’s.
No day is the same at Sweaty Betty HQ, which is exactly how I like it. One minute I’m sourcing accessories for a Gossip Girl photoshoot and the next I’m composing a news snippet on the latest Sex Toy.

I've had such a ball at Sweaty Betty! Thanks so much for the internship opportunity

Secret Service Digital / Dew Process Recordings Digital Intern

Secret Service Artist Management and Dew Process Recordings are looking for an intern to work within the Digital team, based in the Sydney (Surry Hills) office. Ideally, the intern will be available one to two days a week for approximately six months. The position is unpaid.

The role will include:
- Designing tools for use online
- Assisting in the implementation of digital campaigns, under the
guidance of the Digital Manager
- Managing databases
- Online promotions for artist album releases and tours
- Maintaining websites and artist social networking sites

The intern MUST have experience using Photoshop and Dreamweaver.

To apply, please email your CV to carney@secret-service.com.au

Company: DMG Radio Australia

Description:
Nova is looking for an Online Content Editor/Producer for our National Nights Show, based in Sydney. This fantastic role is a click away with Nova , the No'1 Radio Network of people under 40 in the land... (for more info on DMG, visit www.dmgradio.com.au )

Paid: Paid! It's a job, like a real job.

Position: Online Content Editor/Producer

Start date: Immediate start for the right candidate

Job Description:
- This is not an internship, this is a real job with a salary.
- This role will work closely with the national nights show on Nova capturing and representing the very best form the show on our sites in all formats, be it video interviews with bands or images of guests in the show.
- Also, this role will see you work closely with our online music content team, publishing a variety of music content.

Requirements & Preferred experience: Any experience within a web publishing is preferable.

Skills & Competencies:
- experience in online content publishing beyond updating your Facebook status.
- excellent written and verbal communication skills, with some creative flair.
- to know your way around a handycam and digital camera, with experience in filming and basic editing
- ability to work to flexible hours including weekends
- be super organised and have the ability to work independently, quickly and thoroughly when facing multiple deadlines
- some knowledge of HTML/XML and web technologies a plus
- be passionate about pop-culture and current events

If you think you fit the bill, then you're who we're looking for!
Please note - we are not looking for designers or people with design based skills to fill this role.

Forward your application to dllewellyn@dmgradio.com.au

Conversant Media is a growing Australian online media company which publishes the pop culture website and weekly email newsletter, Lost At E Minor, the music discovery weekly email publication, My Secret Playlist, and the Australian sports opinion website, The Roar. We have other websites and initiatives in the pipeline. Conversant Media were recently named in Sydney's top 100 creative catalysts for 2009.

Position: Online Sales & Marketing Assistant

Paid: Paid! $30,000 - $40,000 + super (depending on experience). Full-time based in Newcastle, NSW.

Start: Starts now.

Description: The role will combine sales and marketing functions. You will learn every angle of running a successful online business. This will include assisting with the online sales process, preparing sales proposals, researching new advertising leads, trafficking campaigns, attending meetings, and following up with new contacts.

You will also spend time online marketing and promoting our sites, including growing our website traffic and social media presence.

You will work closely with the directors of the company and our various suppliers and clients.

We only want the best candidates for this role. You should pride yourself in your attention to detail, your ability to preempt issues and to get things done. You should be ambitious and keen to take full ownership of this role.

We are seeking an assertive, motivated and positive person who has a hands-on approach to work. We value integrity, personal ownership, and having fun on the job. We are all passionate about the online space and we are looking for someone with the same passion and energy.

Experience:

Education: Degree or post-graduate qualified in a related field
Credit / Distinction average

Experience
- Passion and experience in the online landscape. If you haven't spent much time online, then this isn't the role for you.
- Up to 2-3 years experience post degree. You might also be a recent graduate.
- Knowledge of online marketing, online advertising and key online trends
- Demonstrated analytical excellence
- Highly motivated creative thinker with the ability to multitask and a focus on getting things done.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Attention to detail yet ability to get things done quickly - this is important
- Understanding of HTML and how the web works

Skills

You'll need to comfortable with doing the following..

- Attending sales meetings with MD and assisting in follow-up activity
- Proactively assisting in the sales process
- Building relationships with clients
- Developing sales messages and proposals
- Proposal [RFP] writing with thorough attention to detail
- Researching new advertising leads
- Trafficking ad campaigns and ensuring delivery of ad impressions booked
- Growing our online traffic and newsletter subscriber numbers
- Developing and implementing initiatives through which to grow our social media presence
- Web analytics for our sites, with reporting of this to the team
- Creating online and offline promotions for existing products and for new product launches
- Preparing PR releases and working to ensure media visibility for our publications
- Staying abreast of industry and competitor activities and new online strategies, tools and trends

Taking a slight dive from the regular assortment of Q&As, this week's Raw Cast features a fine cuisine of musical delights, curated by "Australia's Most Wanted", Wesley Pipes. Wesley Pipes is 1/2 of The Undercutzz. Not much is known about these two world class performers, except they are occasionally known to play other people's music in hot night spots or graveyard radio shifts. Take it away, Wesley. Listen here.

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LL Cool J - Mama Said Knock You Out
New Order - Regret
Big Audio Dynamite - Rush
Paul McCartney - Frozen Jap
Brian Wilson - Smart Girls
The Ramones - Life's a Gas
Nirvana - School
Captain Beefheart & His Magic Band - Party Of Special Things to Do
Gerling - Jimmy Wah Crow Bar
Lil Wayne - Run This Town

Judges Roxy Jacenko, Sally Nolan and Bowie Wong deliberated over the Top 10 of the V Raw LiveStyle Designer Search Competition on Thursday and although the competition was tough, Annika Pol, 21 from NSW stood above the rest and will now receive a mentorship from Bowie Wong and $8000 to create a collection for the LiveStyle Fashion Festival in Melbourne, March 2010. Awesome work!

Hats off to you Annika, judging from the designs below it's easy to see why you caught their eyes.