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Discover! Roles in the Literature Sector with The Poetry Society

Organisation: The Poetry Society

Age: 14 - 19

Duration: 1 day

Industry: Creative Design

Application deadline: 19/10/2024

Dates: 19/11/2024 - 19/11/2024

Timings: 13:00 - 15:00

Type: Virtual insight day

The Poetry Society was founded in 1909 to promote a 'more general recognition and appreciation of poetry'. Since then, it has grown into a dynamic arts organisation, representing poets and poetry both nationally and internationally. With innovative education and commissioning programmes, and a packed calendar of performances, competitions, and digital projects, The Poetry Society champions poetry for all ages.



Come and join us for an hour’s career-focussed discussion and an hour’s writing workshop.

 

When applying, answer the following questions

  • Tell me about a time you achieved something you didn't think you could.
  • What question would you like to ask the poetry society

More about what we do:

The Poetry Society was founded in 1909 to promote “a more general recognition and appreciation of poetry”. Since then, it has grown into one of Britain’s most dynamic arts organisations, representing British poetry both nationally and internationally.

Organisational website:

https://poetrysociety.org.uk/

Experience You Will Gain:

  • An understanding of some of the roles available to those interested in literature

Skills You Will Gain:

Listening
Speaking
Creativity
Staying Positive
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