Shaw TV Community Television
Volunteer Agreement Form
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES WITH SHAW TV COMMUNITY TELEVISION
Shaw Cablesystems offers many opportunities in studio, mobile and on location (EFP) productions in a variety of
positions including producing, directing, camera, floor-director, teleprompter operator, production assistant, VTR,
graphics and research assistant. Whether you are pursuing a career in television or looking for a challenging
extracurricular activity or hobby, and whether you have production experience or not, we have something you’ll be
interested in.
SHAW TV COMMUNITY TELEVISION VOLUNTEER PROGRAM
Purpose
To provide a secure, varied, flexible and fun learning environment for the skills development of committed participants
within the framework of the dynamic production needs of Shaw Cablesystems.
Program Outline
Applications are accepted regularly. New volunteers will be provided with opportunities based on their level of
experience. All volunteers will be provided with the opportunity to gain experience through our on-going workshops
and training.
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SHAW TV COMMUNITY TELEVISION
PLACEMENT OPPORTUNITIES INFORMATION FORM
Please complete and return to Shaw along with a resume and two
signed letters of reference.
Submit form to: Anita Hayek anita.hayek@sjrb.ca
Please print clearly
Name:
Email:
Home Address
Voicemail
Home
Cellular
I am interested in volunteering for (check one):
Hobby/extracurricular activity
Career purposes
School project
I have no television production experience / training (but I’m a keener!)
I have television production experience/training/expertise (specify).
Where did you receive your training?
Please note that you will generally begin your volunteer placement on camera.
Please indicate your interest in additional production areas:
Control Room
Editing
Mobile Productions
Other (please indicate)
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We wish to provide you with the best possible volunteer experience. Please let us know if you can commit
to a minimum 1 month placement.
Yes
No
If yes, please indicate whether you have any physical or medical condition that would prevent you
from carrying out the physical requirements of the job or that would pose a hazard to yourself or
others?
Yes
No
Please note you will generally ‘shadow’ prior to the assignment of specific production related training/duties
1. there is a brief (1 week) probationary period prior to confirmation of specific production duties.
VOLUNTEER PLACEMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Please note that all projected schedules are subject to change.
Studio productions for Shaw TV are produced at the Shaw Tower – 1067 West Cordova
Street, Lobby level studios.
Placement Opportunities – daytime (various weekdays and weekends)
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David Berner
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On Da Grine
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CIS Football Show
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Via Mia
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Arcademia
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David Berner
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Fiona Forbes Show
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Local Connection:
Location based magazine program. Opportunities for reporters, field camera operators, editors,
segment producers. Opportunities on this volunteer produced program are based on experience
with our studio programs and your level of experience. Interested volunteers are encouraged to
take our workshops prior to volunteering on Local Connection.
Shaw TV Vancouver also provides internship opportunities to students in applicable post
secondary programs. Interns will have the opportunity to work on our magazine program
go! West Coast and other Shaw TV productions.
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Reference letters will be accepted from someone who has supervised or managed your work in a paid or
unpaid position (i.e. employer, teacher, volunteer supervisor etc.).
Please attach two (2) signed reference letters
Please submit the following overview regarding your references:
Reference 1:
Name (please spell first + last name clearly and accurately)
Organization / company name
Job title of reference
Contact information (please ensure accuracy of email address):
Email
Phone (work)
Reference 2:
Name (please spell first + last name clearly and accurately)
Organization / company name
Job title of reference
Contact information (please ensure accuracy of email address):
Email
Phone (work)
Thank you for your interest in volunteering with Shaw TV
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APPROPRIATE USE OF EQUIPMENT
The equipment and facilities of Shaw TV Community Television are to be used for the production of local community
television use only.
SECURITY - BUILDING AND KEYS
In order to protect the equipment and facilities of Shaw TV Community Television, each production facility has a
security procedure. Your Shaw TV representative can give you the appropriate information regarding after hours
access at such time as it is necessary.
SAFETY
Safety is our first concern and everyone's responsibility. Safety is an attitude. Safety is care and attention. Safety is
constant observation and checking of co-workers and yourself. Follow established operating procedures. Enforce all
safety rules. Recognize unsafe acts and conditions.
AUTHORIZED USE OF EQUIPMENT
Volunteers may only use equipment for which they are trained and authorized to use. We will provide the necessary
training if required. Each office has its own procedure for booking equipment and authorizing bookings. Your Shaw
TV representative can give you complete details.
CONDUCT
The success of the community channel depends on the goodwill of all who are involved. You have a special
responsibility to assist in generating and enhancing this goodwill. Together with Shaw CaTV, we represent the
channel and it’s reputation.
It is important that you represent yourself accurately to the community. Be sure to identify yourself as a Shaw TV
volunteer.
Production crews work as a team. Each team member must be cooperative and respectful to other members of the
team.
PERSONAL APPEARANCE
Your appearance always makes an impression on those you meet. As a representative of the community channel in
a volunteer capacity your appearance is important. Your appearance represents your attitude and your sense of
professionalism. It will contribute to a feeling of confidence the public has in you and the channel.
GENERAL HOUSEKEEPING
You are responsible for tidying up after yourself and your group or production team. All equipment must be
put back in its proper place, all chairs and tables returned, coffee cups and liners discarded. The use of the
facilities and equipment of Shaw TV Community Television is a privilege, not a right. Only those who demonstrate
a responsible attitude and a consistent respect for the opportunity to use the facilities will be permitted to
continue with the Channel.
Smoking, drinking and eating are not permitted at any time in the control rooms, studios or edit bays. In addition,
anti-smoking by-laws have been enacted in all the municipalities served by Shaw TV Community Television. Please
check with your Shaw TV representative for details.
Drinking alcoholic beverages in Shaw facilities is not permitted.
The use of drugs or controlled substances is not permitted in Shaw TV facilities or on community television field or
mobile productions.
Drinking alcoholic beverages is not permitted on any location production. Being under the influence of alcohol, drugs
or controlled substances is not permitted on any location production. Operating any Shaw TV equipment while under
the influence of alcohol or any drug is not permitted.
Any violations of the rules concerning alcohol or drugs will be cause to end your association with the Community
Channels of Shaw Community Television.
There is zero tolerance for harassment of staff and fellow volunteers, including abusive language, threats,
inappropriate language in person or by way of phone or e-mail.
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VOLUNTEER AGREEMENT
I acknowledge that I have carefully read the Shaw Cablesystems “Volunteer Guidelines” document and I
accept and agree to the provisions contained therein, and will abide by these guidelines.
Please print clearly
Name:
Mailing address:
Contact information
Email:
Phone/voicemail:
Cell:
Emergency Contact Information
(someone we may contact in an emergency)
Name
Phone
Do you have any physical or medical condition that would prevent you from carrying out the physical
requirements of the job or that would pose a hazard to yourself or others ?
Yes
No
Cancellation of volunteer privileges
Shaw reserves the right to discontinue volunteer privileges at any time, with cause.
Signature:
Date:
Signature:
Date:
for Shaw Cablesystems
Background checks: Prior to Shaw providing a SECURITY ACCESS CARD, a criminal background check is
required for participants in the Shaw TV volunteer/intern program.
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