Getting Your First Job in Journalism (2009)

This Webinar was originally broadcast on:
April 08, 2009 Enroll Now
Watch and listen to the original one-hour Webinar in its entirety. This Webinar recording features the full presentation led by Poynter faculty and visiting faculty including Q&A from the audience and resources from the presenter.

Course Overview

Title:
Getting Your First Job in Journalism (2009)
Type:
Webinar
Cost:
$14.95
Originally Broadcast On:
April 08, 2009
Time Estimate:
One hour

$14.95

About Webinars

In this virtual classroom, participants can join in a seminar led by Poynter faculty and visiting faculty. This screencast includes live audio and a slideshow presentation in which participants can post questions and respond to poll questions posed by the host.

It's never easy to land your first job out of college and today's economy has made it even worse. This Webinar, originally broadcast April 9, 2008, will help you navigate the job-hunting process and give you insight into what you need to do to build a career in journalism.

What Will I Learn:
  • How to identify your unique skills and talents
  • Where you want to work and why
  • How to create a resume (traditional and video), cover letter and a personal elevator pitch
  • How to ask for references
  • The importance of networking
  • About interviewing
  • How to negotiate a salary package
  • How to develop a long-term career plan
  • About navigating the workplace
Who Should Take this Course:

Anyone who wants advice and tips on landing a job in journalism.

Course Instructors:

Colleen Eddy

Colleen Eddy, director of advertising at The Poynter Institute, is an experienced media executive with an extensive background in both human resources and classified advertising.

Joe Grimm

Joe Grimm is recruiting and development editor for the Detroit Free Press.

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