General Info
The magazine focuses on the region of Mendoza and all it has to offer in terms of wines, tourism, excursions (places to visit and recommendations of places to eat), and Argentina in general. You don't need any Spanish as the magazine is written in English.
“I’m absolutely loving it so far! Mendoza, the people, the Magazine, my host family – all fantastic!” Lucy Holdsworth
You'll work on an English-language Leisure Magazine based in the wine making region of Mendoza.The magazine comes out every 2 months so you must spend a minimum of 2 months on this placement. You'll have the opportunity to work on your own initiative and you'll be able to go out of your own to do field research for your articles, hence you need to be an 'independent spirit'. You may be asked to write about wineries (which could be far away), or about leisure activities for which you may need to go on adventure tours such as skiing and horse riding.
The team of staff at the magazine is small and consists of: Charley, the editor, and his partner Kelly, the Tourism Director, as well as a secretary who is also in charge of advertising. When each issue is close to print, a Graphic Designer assists the team. Help is also received from free-lance journalists who aren't based in the office.
You will have plenty of opportunities to get involved in creating an issue of the magazine and will be involved with:
Researching and writing articles
Assisting with proof reading of articles
Graphic design and photography (if you have any previous experience of this it would be a great advantage)
Traveling – finding new places and writing about them (for example, restaurants, wineries, etc) - this will most often involve day trips where traveling expenses will be covered.
WHAT YOU'LL GAIN FROM DOING THIS PROJECT:
An exciting, never-to-be-forgotten adventure into Latin America.
New skills, more confidence, a greater understanding of a different culture, invaluable personal and professional development.
An entry on your CV or résumé that will put you head and shoulders above most others in the job market
And best of all ... an unforgettable experience!
Benefits:
Costs vary depending on length of placement, but starts at £1,525 for eight weeks. You can participate for up to one year, subject to visa requirements.
Included is full support from the moment of booking and throughout your placement to your return home. There are support staff 24/7 in all our destinations worldwide and a 24 hour emergency international telephone line direct to the Head Office. All meals are provided, unless otherwise stated. Accommodation is provided (whether a rented house, a hotel/hostel, homestay, apartment or flat).
You’ll be met at the nearest airport on your arrival by our in-country manager who will take you to your accommodation and give you a full induction into the area. He/she will also be on call 24/7 and you’ll see them frequently.
Pre-departure you’ll receive comprehensive information about every aspect of your placement and necessary preparations, ranging from what to pack, to visa information, to what to do on your weekend travel in the country. Your safety, well being and happiness throughout your placement are our primary concerns and we will keep in touch with you throughout. International flights not included.
Requirements:
You must have excellent English and able to write creatively and well. You'll be asked to submit an article you've written (but not necessarily published). Some experience is required and you must commit to a minimum of 8 weeks. No Spanish needed as this is an English medium Magazine. Minimum age 20.
Everyone is welcome on a Travellers programme, whether gap year, undergraduate, on a career break - or even retired! From 20 years old upwards, and all nationalities.
