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Cybersounds: Essays on Virtual Music Culture (working title)
Edited by Michael D. Ayers, New School for Social Research, New York City
Call for Chapters
Submission Deadline: November 14th, 2003
There is no doubt that the Internet has the ability to shape and
transform the art fields. The popular culture art forms- Film, Television
and Music have found their specific homes in cyberspace, but out of the big
three, music has found the most controversial space to say the least. In
the post MP3 scare[*], this volume seeks to examine the role of cyberspace
in the cultural production, creation and transformation in the way which
society consumes and uses music in its various forms.
This volume seeks to examine music and cyberspace, utilizing theoretical
perspectives from cultural studies, sociology, cyberculture studies,
feminist perspectives and media studies
Suggested submission topics include, but not limited to:
a.. How cyberspace challenges/confirms traditional production of music
cultures
b.. Online music (sub)cultures vs. Real Life (sub)music cultures
c.. Musical genre manifestations online
d.. Theoretical perspectives on the digitalization of music
e.. Theoretical perspectives of consuming music through cyberspace
f.. Case/Comparative studies of fan groups and fan identity in cyberspace
g.. Quantitative studies on downloaders
h.. Artist/Audience Interactions online
i.. The Political Economy of Digital Music
j.. Politics of Digital Music
Chapters should be submitted in Microsoft Word format, 12 point font, double
spaced.
Essays should be in the range of 7500 - 10,000 words with references in ASA
style.
Send submissions and inquires to michael.ayers@manhattan.edu
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Having won substantial funding (in excess of 3 million UK pounds) under the
Support Programme for University Research (SPUR2), the University of Ulster,
Northern Ireland, United Kingdom, is establishing a major new research centre
within the Faculty of Arts at its Coleraine campus on the north coast of
Ireland. This Centre will have a significant research strand in digital media.
Applications are therefore invited for the following post.
Senior Lecturer in Media Studies (Digital Media) Ref: C03/442
For an informal discussion of the post, please contact Professor Dan Fleming:
dr.fleming@ulster.ac.uk
Salary, Senior Lecturer: Åí35,251 - Åí39,958
Closing Date: 17 October 2003
Further details and application forms may be obtained from the Recruitment
Office, University of Ulster, Cromore Road, Coleraine, Northern Ireland, UK,
BT52
1SA. Telephone: +44(0)28-7032-4946 or email jobs@ulster.ac.uk
See also:
http://www.ulst.ac.uk/jobs/display_job.phtml?id=676
An equal opportunities employer, the University encourages applications from
both men and women, those with disabilities and those from all sections of
the community. All applications will be considered on merit.
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Position Announcement:
The Department of Communication at Rutgers, The State University of New
Jersey invites applications for up to two positions (1 assistant
professor, 1 rank open) from active researchers whose scholarship
clearly enhances existing departmental strengths in and across its three
areas of focus: social interaction, organizational communication, and
technologically mediated communication processes. The department
strongly encourages minority applications to further the development of
diversity among its faculty.
The department consists of 20 faculty members who supervise research and
teach in an undergraduate degree in Communication, a Master's in
Communication and Information Studies, and Ph.D. in Communication,
Information, and Library Studies. For more information about the
department, its programs, and faculty see:
http://www.scils.rutgers.edu/comm.
Email: mokros@scils.rutgers.edu (include subject header SEARCH) for more
information and/or to meet with the search committee at NCA in Miami.
Qualifications: Ph.D. in Communication or related social science
discipline with a clearly defined and active program of research that
complements existing departmental research strengths. Evidence of
teaching excellence, and demonstrated research productivity, scholarly
impact required. Senior applicants should have a record of national and
international distinction and a highly visible, focused and active
program of externally funded research. Salary is competitive and
commensurate with rank and qualifications.
Application deadline: Application review will begin November 1, 2003 and
continue until the position is filled.
Application Procedure: Please send a letter of interest that includes
an explicit statement of fit within the department; curriculum vitae;
and three letters of recommendation to:
Chair, Search Committee
Department of Communication
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
4 Huntington Street
New Brunswick, NJ 08901-1071
About the University: Established in 1766, Rutgers University is the
eighth oldest university in the U.S., with more than 50,000 students on
three campuses. Rutgers has the most diverse student community of all
U.S. universities according to a recent survey, and has long recognized
its diversity as one of its greatest assets. The Rutgers-New Brunswick
campus, the campus served by the Department, is the largest campus and
is strategically located between New York City and Philadelphia.
Rutgers is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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CALL FOR PAPERS
The Information Society (TIS) special issue on
ICT RESEARCH AND DISCIPLINARY BOUNDARIES: IS "INTERNET RESEARCH" A
VIRTUAL FIELD, A PROTO-DISCIPLINE, OR SOMETHING ELSE?
Edited by Nancy Baym, University of Kansas
Issues raised by information and communications technologies (ICTs)
transcend disciplinary boundaries. Ever since the beginning of ICT
research, scholars have sought to carve out spaces within the
discipline-bound institutional structures where streams of thoughts
of different hues co-mingle more freely. The early efforts in the
1960s and 1970s focused on the creation of interdisciplinary research
centers and programs and journals such as Telecommunications Policy
and The Information Society. In the 1980s and 1990s, we saw the rise
of schools of information, information studies, and informatics on
campuses where the conditions were ripe for entrepreneurial activity.
The variation in the names and curricula of these schools suggests
that we are still trying to get a sense of the new intellectual
landscape. Within this unsettled context, the growing number of
researchers attracted towards the Association of Internet Researchers
[AoIR] conference gives reason for pause. One now often hears people
talking about the "field" of "Internet Research" while its
practitioners continue to be housed in departments and schools of
library science, business, information science, communications, and
others. Something clearly seems to be afoot. But what is it? Is
Internet Research a virtual field wherein we have resigned to the
permanence of disciplinary boundaries and created an overlay or
virtual network across them? Or, are we seeing the emergence of a
proto-discipline whose growth will knock down disciplinary boundaries
and create a new institutional space? Or, is Internet Research a
forerunner of some other configuration we barely understand? This
special issue seeks to explore and chart out this evolving
intellectual landscape.
Contributions in the form of full-length articles (6000 words), forum
pieces (3000 words), and short position papers (1000 words) are
invited. The special issue intends to present a variety of
perspectives and hence is open in terms of topics covered. Among
other things, contributors could address questions such as the
following:
To what extent is Internet Research an academic "field" or "discipline"?
What does it mean to label this field? Is "Internet Research" the
right name? What are the other possibilities and what are their
implications?
To the extent that it is a field, what is its emergent structure?
In what ways does the growth of this research area parallel or differ
from other disciplines? What lessons for the present and the future
might be learned from those histories?
Where do we stand now relative to where Film Studies, Women's
Studies, and other new fields were a few years ago?
Manuscripts prepared according to the TIS guidelines
(http://www.indiana.edu/~tisj/contributors/authors.html) should be
submitted by February 27, 2004. Please send the manuscripts to Nancy
Baym (nbaym@ku.edu). Authors are encouraged to discuss their ideas
with the guest editor.
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University of Ottawa - Department of Communication
The Department of Communication of the University of Ottawa invites
applications for several tenure-track positions at the rank of Assistant
Professor starting July 1, 2004. The Department is expanding, and will
offer in 2004-2005, undergraduate and graduate programs and in both media
and organizational studies.
Applicants should have a Ph.D. in communication or a related discipline, a
relevant research dossier and teaching experience. The position will
involve teaching in English and/or in French in one or more of the
following areas: organizational communication, communications policy, film
studies, international communication. Ability to teach quantitative
research methods would be an asset. Salary is based on the University's
Collective Agreement. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply;
however, Canadian and permanent residents will be given priority. Equity
is a University policy.
The University of Ottawa is justly proud of its 150-year tradition of
bilingualism. Through its Second Language Institute, the University
provides training to staff members and to their spouses in their second
official language. At the time of tenure, professors are expected to have
the ability to function in a bilingual setting. In certain cases,
professors must have the ability to teach in both official languages to be
granted tenure.
Candidates should submit their curriculum vitae and three letters of
recommendation by November 17th, 2003 to:
Patrick J. Brunet, directeur
Department of communication
University of Ottawa
554 King Edward avenue
Ottawa, Ontario
K1N 6N5
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Georgia Tech is a great place for designers and artists who are
interested in technological innovation, storytelling, game design,
and/or media theory.
http://idt.lcc.gatech.edu/faculty.htm
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Georgia Tech
Positions in Digital Media Design
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Pending final funding approval, Georgia Tech's School of Literature,
Communication, and Culture is seeking two assistant or associate
professors to join them in defining the emerging field of Digital Media
Design as a practice continuous with the traditions of artistic cultural
practice and humanistic research. Applicants should have expertise
in one or more of the fields listed below and be prepared to teach at
the undergraduate and graduate level in LCC's internationally recognized
programs, including a Ph.D. in Digital Media. Applicants should be
computationally sophisticated practioner/theorists prepared to teach
studio courses at the undergraduate and graduate level, and to supervise
graduate research in media theory and practice. A Ph.D. or appropriate
terminal degree, and demonstration of significant original research/
creative work required. Experience in interdisciplinary teams desirable.
Applicants should send a letter with statement of research interests
and pedagogical approach, a C.V., one or two pages of screenshots
and /or a pointer to an on-line portfolio. (Requests for full dossier and
portfolio will be sent to selected applicants.)
Applications to:
Prof. Diane Gromala, Chair Search Committee
School of Literature, Communication and Culture
Georgia Institute of Technology
Atlanta, GA 30332-0165
:: Review of applications begins November 1, 2003.::
The Georgia Institute of Technology is an equal opportunity/affirmative
action employer. Minority candidates are encouraged to apply.
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Graphic Design/Interaction Design
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Expertise in graphic design, with an emphasis in areas such as: dynamic
information design, interface design, user-centered methodologies,
time-based interactive media, film theory and criticism, animation, virtual
worlds, and visual theory. The candidate must demonstrate sophisticated
design aesthetics across media and must be prepared to teach core
courses in visual design in our undergraduate and graduate programs.
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Information Architecture/
Information Design
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Expertise in the history, practice, and creation of large information
spaces, preferably in the Humanities and Fine Arts. Candidates should
have technical competence in XML and database applications and must
be prepared to teach core courses at the graduate and undergraduate
level that place information architecture in the context of cultural
and social traditions.
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Interactive Video
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Areas of research or creativity may include: digital games, interactive
narrative or drama, interactive television, film theory and criticism,
database documentary, virtual or augmented reality, time-based
interactive installations, and media theory. Candidates should have
created original work in the development of new video genres and
must be prepared to teach core digital video studios at the undergraduate
and graduate levels.
http://www.lcc.gatech.edu/lcc/design/
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POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH FELLOW
The Faculty of Communications and Creative Industries is seeking a
highly motivated
Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Democracy and Interactive Media
Environments to research in the area of new media and e-democracy.
The successful candidate will have a background in political science
and media/communication studies. An interest in the current situation
in Asia or Interactive Media Theory would also be an advantage. The
appointee will be expected to contribute to the research profile of
the School of Communications and Multimedia through publication, the
active pursuit of external grants and the design of research
projects. In addition the appointee will contribute to the School's
activities at the Western Australian Interactive TV Audience Research
Laboratory. They will be part of a dynamic research group in an
emerging field of study and have the opportunity to make a
significant contribution to this field.
A recently completed Ph.D. in Media Studies, Communications Studies
or Political Science or equivalent is required with proven research
achievement in new media analysis, with an emphasis on e-governance.
This three year fixed-term position attracts remuneration of $57,295
to $76,880 pa, commensurate with experience and qualifications, and
includes University superannuation contribution with a salary
component of $48,970 to $65,710 pa.
For job specific information please contact Associate Professor Mark
Balnaves telephone: +61 8 9370 6867 e-mail: m.balnaves@ecu.edu.au OR
Associate Professor Brian Shoesmith telephone: +61 8 9370 6219
e-mail: b.shoesmith@ecu.edu.au
Further Information: Obtain Position Description and other details
from www.ecu.edu.au/jobs or e-mail: j.edwards@ecu.edu.au
Applications Close: 15 October 2003. Forward your application
addressing the selection criteria contained in the Position
Description and quoting Reference Number 3719 to: Staff Recruitment,
Edith Cowan University, 100 Joondalup Drive, Joondalup W A 6027
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CALL FOR SHORT FILM AND VIDEO WORKS
Harvestworks
(New York NY)
Short films and videos are being solicited for a screening scheduled for November 14 at Harvestworks. The program - organized with the theme "Political Projects" - will bring together recently produced film and video works that take up social and political concerns through experimental means.
Submission Requirements
If your work is selected, it will be presented in digital video format, and compiled for the screening. Please submit:
- your work (not longer than 10 minutes) on a VHS tape (no other media, please!), not longer than 15 minutes
- an artist statement describing the submitted work, and/or your work in general
- a short bio describing your background, not longer than 1 page
- an envelope with return postage for the return of your VHS tape, if you want to get it back.
Application Date: 10/21/03
Harvestworks
Attention: Sara Reisman
596 Broadway #602
New York, NY 10012
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CALL FOR ENTRIES
ReInventions
(New York NY)
ATTENTION FILMMAKERS: Do you have a great film that illustrates a transformation? ReInventions is seeking films for its film festival and online film library. ReInventions is a newly formed not-for-profit film studio dedicated to promoting knowledge by presenting provocative stories of non-fictional and fictional transformation. Our focus is to profile people not widely recognized in the mainstream media. For further information please visit our website at: www.ReInventions.org.
To submit your work now, please visit our website at: www.ReInventions.org/howtosubmitfilm.html.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Salary: n/a
rita@reinventions.org
To submit your work now, please visit our website at: www.ReInventions.org/howtosubmitfilm.html.
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CALL FOR ARTIST PROPOSALS
The City of Musashino
(Tokyo )
Public Art International Open Competition
Onoden Municipal Elementary School in Musashino, TOKYO
Deadline: December 1, 2003
The city of Musashino in Tokyo is requesting proposals from artists who are interested in creating art works with schoolchildren. This project is aimed to cultivate the childrens sensitivity, symbolize the school and be cherished by people in the community.
This open competition project is based on the community participation. It invites applications for the works from the public, holds an exhibition of the proposed ideas afterwards, and as for a certain work, provides an opportunity for the citizens --- including children, parents, teachers, and people in the community --- to vote and select. The project widely invites proposals for the works that will be created on the premise that the children at Onoden Elementary School will participate in the process of the creation in some way or another. The project aims to produce high quality public art works that take root in the community and are loved by people for a long time.
Timeline:
Dec. 1 Artist Proposals due
First Selection Early January, 2004
Final Selection Late January, 2004
(Location C: February, 2004)
Fabrication Beginning April, 2004
Project Completion February, 2005
Further information:
http://www.townart.co.jp/onoden/english/index.htm
Send all materials to:
Sumiko Amano
Town Art Co., Ltd.
Public Art Open Competition Project for Onoden Municipal
Elementary School in Musashino
1-14-5 Hamamatsu-cho, Design Information Center 4F
Minato-ku, Tokyo 105-0013 JAPAN
Tel: 03-3434-3042 Fax: 03-3437-3049
E-mail: info@townart.co.jp
Application Date: 12/01/03
Town Art Co., Ltd.
Public Art Open Competition Project for Onoden Municipal
Elementary School in Musashino
1-14-5 Hamamatsu-cho, Design Information Center 4F
Minato-ku, Tokyo 105-0013 JAPAN
Tel: 03-3434-3042 Fax: 03-3437-3049
E-mail: info@townart.co.jp
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PROSPECTUS #169 LUNA COMMUNITY COLLEGE
New Mexico Arts
(Santa Fe NM)
New Mexico Arts and Luna Community College seek to commission an interior artwork designed specifically for the new Allied Health Center on the CollegeÅfs campus in Las Vegas, New Mexico. The artwork should be a visually engaging piece that celebrates New MexicoÅfs Medical History. It will be placed in a spacious common area frequented by a large cross-section of students and the community. Proposals blending contemporary New Mexican art with traditional Spanish/Native American influences are encouraged; however all media will be considered. Up to five finalists will be chosen. Open to all artists that are residents of New Mexico. Project amount $27,550. For more information or to receive a prospectus contact NM Arts.
Application Date: 12/19/03
For more information or to receive a prospectus, visit our website, www.nmarts.org, or contact NM Arts, PO Box 1450, Santa Fe, NM 87504, or call, 505-827-6490, instate 800-879-4278, or email aipp@oca.state.nm.us
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PROSPECTUS #170 NMHU
New Mexico Arts
(Santa Fe NM)
New Mexico Arts and New Mexico Highlands University wish to commission an artwork for the new Science Building located on the UniversityÅfs campus in Las Vegas, New Mexico. Artists submitting proposals should be experienced in creating environments or installations on a large scale. The LSC seeks an artist able to create a large-scale project unifying the entire Science Building and elements from all branches of science. The artwork may use any or all of the available space to illustrate this theme. Up to five finalists will be chosen. Open to all artists that are citizens of and reside within the United States. Project amount $165,250. For more information or to receive a prospectus contact NM Arts.
Application Date: 12/05/03
For more information or to receive a prospectus, visit our website, www.nmarts.org, or contact NM Arts, PO Box 1450, Santa Fe, NM 87504, or call, 505-827-6490, instate 800-879-4278, or email aipp@oca.state.nm.us
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SPECIAL EDITIONS FELLOWSHIP
Lower East Side Printshop
(New York NY)
Lower East Side Printshop invites emerging artists to submit applications for the Special Editions Fellowship Program 2004. Awarded artists will create new printmaking projects in collaborative residencies that will take place between February 2004 and February 2005. Residencies last up to six months and include up to 12 working sessions with a master printer to complete a new project. The Printshop will provide materials, tools and equipment, full studio access, technical assistance, and an artist honorarium of $1,000.
Artists from all disciplines and cultural backgrounds are encouraged to apply. No previous printmaking experience is necessary.
Only artists who are current legal residents of the US are eligible to apply. Past recipients of the Special Editions Fellowship are ineligible. Artists currently enrolled in a degree program or plan to be enrolled during award period are not eligible.
Application Date: 12/01/03
Lower East Side Printshop, 59-61 E. 4th St., Ste. 6W, NYC. 212-673-5390, info@printshop.org, http://printshop.org