Antarctic Institute of Canada - Audio Book Creation + Publication

PROJECT DESCRIPTION/DESCRIPTION DU PROJET: The Antarctic Institute of Canada has trained and mentored 100s of students over the last 20 years. Most of our students choose to work with us on an ongoing basis, from their first year of undergraduate studies to Ph.D. and beyond. Your main mentors are well experienced in the difficulties of navigating education and transitions. The founder, Dr. Austin Mardon, is a Member of the Order of Canada, and a Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada, in addition to dozens of other professional and scientific organizations. Dr. Catherine Mardon is a retired attorney from the United States, a recognized social justice advocate, and a bioethics expert. Both are approachable and hands-on, and former students continue to include them in their successes well after the end of their internships. KEY PROJECT ACTIVITIES/TÂCHES ASSOCIÉES AU PROJET: Audio Book Technician as part of a team. The production of audio files of publications to be uploaded to services such as Audiophile or Chirp. IDEAL ROLES/RESPONSIBILITIES/RÔLES/RESPONSABILITÉS:* Channel a thirst for creativity into the project of a lifetime. Get a jump on your peers by working as part of a collaborative team to use your creative talent to produce audiobook versions of respected print and digital publications. Learn to use digital audio editing processes with other members of your team. There are also opportunities to foster leadership abilities, conflict resolution, and remote work skills. FINAL PROJECT DELIVERABLES/LIVRABLES DU PROJET: At the end of the project, you will be a published audio engineer, showing your creative abilities, and your ability to see a large and important project through to completion.