THE JOB HUNT: HOW WE LANDED 'COOL GIGS’ It’s challenging to find a job, not to mention a job in journalism. But it can happen if you become proactive and prepare with these tips
The job hunt how we got cool gigs
May 10, 2015
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THE JOB HUNT: HOW WE LANDED 'COOL GIGS’It’s challenging to find a job, not to mention a job in journalism. But it can happen if you become proactive and prepare with these tips
Lynn WalshInvestigative producer at WPTV in West Palm Beach, Florida.
Head of SPJ Generation J Committee
@LWalsh
NOW WHAT???
1. Create an Amazing Resume
Please, No Nic Cage Photos…
2. Create an Amazing Online Portfolio
www.jennifernicolesullivan.com
www.lynnkwalsh.com
3. Get LinkedIn
4. Print Business Cards
5. Maintain Professional Social Media Accounts
6. Google Yourself (and have
someone Google you)
7. Dress for the Job You Want
No Thank You
Save it for the weekend
Interview Attire
NEWSROOM ATTIRE
8. Give a Great Interview
Smile and Relax
9. Send a Thank You Message
(immediately!)
10. Network (in person)
Speed Networking
11. Request Meetings
12. Join Groups (like SPJ & RTDNA)
13. ABC: Always Be Creating
14. Keep Learning
15. Read & Watch As Much As You Can
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