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Resume, job search, career strategy
| How to Write a Job Description (9 minutes) Posted Apr 20, 2011 |
How to Build an Online Portfolio (4 minutes) Posted Mar 31, 2011 |
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Our experts from Mediabistro's Job Board will give you some dos and don'ts to ensure that your next job description gets you the kind of candidates that you're looking for.
more detailsJob Search, Hiring, Job Description |
Your online portfolio is a showcase of your skills, talent, and potential. These tips will help you make yours the best it can be.
more detailsCreative Writing, Design & Photo, Portfolio, Website, Blogging, Seo |
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| How to Write a Cover Letter (7 minutes) Posted Mar 18, 2011 |
How to Get an Internship (18 minutes) Posted Mar 11, 2011 |
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Mediabistro's director of education takes you through her tips to write an ideal cover letter
more detailsJob Search, Resume, Cover Letter |
Learn how to apply for and land the internship of your dreams with these tips from Lauren Berger of InternQueen.com
more detailsResume, Intern, Internships, Interviewing, Cover Letter, Recommendations |
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| How to Write for SEO (12 minutes) Posted Feb 17, 2011 |
How to Interview for a Job (5 minutes) Posted Feb 4, 2011 |
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This tutorial will show you free, easy-to-implement tools and tricks to increase your search power
more detailsCareer, Google, Search, Seo, Search Engine Optimization, Google Trends, Google Keyword Tool |
Preparation is the key to a successful sit-down. Mediabistro's The Job Post blogger Nadine Cheung takes you through the steps to be sure you'll shine at your next job interview.
more detailsJob Search, Resume, Interviewing |
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| How To Write A Resume (3:47) Posted Jan 25, 2011 |
How to Get an Advertising Job (3 minutes) Posted Jan 5, 2011 |
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Mediabistro's director of education, Carmen Scheidel, takes you through the steps to create the one perfect page that will get you in for an interview.
more detailsInterview , Job Search, Resume |
AgencySpy editor Kiran Aditham takes you through the steps to make sure your portfolio is ready for the big time.
more detailsCareer, Portfolio, Advertising, Job Search, Agencyspy |
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| Make Your Resume Work Harder For You (15 minutes) Posted Jan 4, 2011 |
How To Make Your Client A Creative Partner (49 minutes) Posted Dec 22, 2010 |
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Forget most of what you know about resumes. We'll teach you the latest strategies so that your CV will stand out and get noticed.
more detailsJob Search, Intro, Crash Course, Resumes |
Minimize stress and revisions by collaborating closely with your clients
more detailsCareer, Creativity, Career, Case Studies, Client Relations, Collateral, Business Issues |
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| Self-Discovery for Creatives: Expert Career Advice with Michael Pollock (7 minutes) Posted Nov 8, 2010 |
Managing Career Change: Guidance from Dr. Miguel Humara (15 minutes) Posted Nov 8, 2010 |
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Sit down for a quick virtual career counseling session with expert Michael Pollock, and you'll get motivated to discover your creative strengths.
more detailsCreativity, Job Search, Career Counseling, Motivation |
No matter where you are in your career, these strategies will help you cope with change and reach your goals.
more detailsJob Search, Career Counseling, Career Change, Change Management |
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| Freelance Career Management: Landing Your First Gig (16 minutes) Posted Nov 3, 2010 |
How to Create a Job Search Strategy with Bill Conneely (15 minutes) Posted Nov 1, 2010 |
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How to start a freelance career from scratch
more detailsDesign & Photo, Freelancing, Twitter, Facebook, Linkedin, Career, Social Media, Client Relations, Business Issues |
Learn how to use social media tools and make smart job search decisions with the director of Mediabistro's Job Board, Bill Conneely
more detailsJob Search, Social Media, Getting Hired, Career Counseling, Career Planning |
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| Crush It! Why Now is the Time to Cash In On Your Passion (58 minutes) Posted Oct 29, 2010 |
Enhance Your Career: The Power of Groups (17 minutes) Posted Oct 28, 2010 |
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Do you need a splash of cold water in the face? Gary Vaynerchuk of Wine Library TV will provide all the inspiration you need to get your new career or project going.
more detailsAdvertising & Marketing, Digital Media & Tech, TV, Film & Video, New Media, Blogging, Online Video, Recorded Event, Entrepreneurship |
When people work together, incredible things can happen. We'll show you how forming or joining a group can help you get a job, become a better writer, and have a happier, more productive life.
more detailsFor Authors, Intro, Crash Course, Personal Development |
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| Enhance Your Career: The Informational Interview (17 minutes) Posted Oct 27, 2010 |
How to Get Noticed in Publishing with Debbie Stier (11 minutes) Posted Oct 25, 2010 |
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The most important meeting of your career might not be a job interview. Sitting down with the right person can lead to new opportunities, better relationships, and greater successes. We'll show you how.
more detailsJob Search, Intro, Crash Course |
Debbie Stier of HarperCollins tells you the secrets to getting hired in publishing and how to publicize your book.
more detailsCareer, Creative Writing, Branding, Promotion, Mediabistro Circus 2010 |
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| Career Paths for Journalists with Calvin Reid (10 minutes) Posted Oct 25, 2010 |
Manage Your Career Strategy with Bill Conneely (15 minutes) Posted Oct 22, 2010 |
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Wondering what's next for publishing? Calvin Reid has answers, with the perspective and insight of an editing pro.
more detailsJournalism, Publishing, Direct Access, New Directions, Next-Generation Journalist |
Do you know where you're going next? Work on your career strategy plan with the director of Mediabistro's Job Board, Bill Conneely.
more detailsJob Search, Getting Hired, Career Counseling, Career Planning |
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| Breaking into Educational Writing (13 minutes) Posted Oct 22, 2010 |
Keith Ferrazzi's Secrets to How to Thrive in Totally Screwed Up Times: Webcast (51 minutes) Posted Oct 14, 2010 |
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Learn what you need to land work with educational publishers and how to expand your client list over time.
more detailsBook & Mag Publishing, Creative Writing, Education, Writing, Freelancing |
In this recorded webcast, you'll learn firsthand from Keith Ferrazzi, the man Inc. magazine dubbed the "Most Connected Person in the World," how to strengthen your business and personal relationships to get real world results.
more detailsNetworking, Entrepreneurship, Life Skills, Motivation |
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| How To Be a Great Community Manager: Webcast (50 minutes) Posted Sep 24, 2010 |
Freelance Career Management: Thinking Beyond the Paycheck (16 minutes) Posted Sep 16, 2010 |
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It's a cool new job for writers and editors. But what does the role of community manager entail? Learn from our expert in this recorded webcast.
more detailsJob Search, Community Management |
Tips for building and maintaining a successful freelance career
more detailsDesign & Photo, Branding, Freelancing, Marketing, Promotion, Twitter, Facebook, Linkedin, Career, Social Media, Client Relations, Business Issues, Web Design |
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| Mediabistro Career Circus 2010: Town Hall Discussion (30 minutes) Posted Sep 2, 2010 |
How to Build a Meaningful Public Profile and Social Presence: Career Circus 2010 (40 minutes) Posted Aug 31, 2010 |
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In this session at Career Circus 2010, participants and job seekers had a chance to talk shop, share gripes, and exchange advice. Pick up some tips!
more detailsBook & Mag Publishing, Career, Job Search, Hiring |
In this session, our experts address the practical realities of managing an online presence for your creative and professional life
more detailsProfile, Twitter, Facebook, Linkedin, Career, Social Media, Digital Media, Next-Generation Journalist |
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| Career Management Online and Off at Career Circus 2010 (1 hour 40 minutes) Posted Aug 19, 2010 |
Blueprint for a 21st Century Career Strategy at Career Circus 2010 (1 hour 30 minutes) Posted Aug 18, 2010 |
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This session at Mediabistro Career Circus 2010 features experts who will talk you through what you need to manage your career and balance your life, with a special focus on the technology tools that can help.
more detailsMedia, Job Search, Entrepreneurship, Career Circus 2010, Career Management |
This high energy session from Mediabistro Career Circus 2010 features speakers with fresh perspectives on how to navigate the job market, and the trends that are affecting careers in the media business.
more detailsMedia, Job Search, Entrepreneurship, Career Circus 2010, Next-Generation Journalist |
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| Carley Roney of TheKnot.com at Career Circus 2010 (45 minutes) Posted Aug 13, 2010 |
Social Media Basics: Writing an Effective Profile (13 minutes) Posted Jul 22, 2010 |
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In her talk, Lessons from a 21st Century Media Entrepreneur: Everything I Need to Know I Learned in Film School, Carley shares her secrets to career success.
more detailsDigital Media & Tech, TV, Film & Video, Film, Entrepreneurship, Career Circus 2010 |
Learn the basics of building an effective social media profile for your business. Whether you're using LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, or all three, we've got the info you need to get started.
more detailsAdvertising & Marketing, Twitter, Facebook, Linkedin, Profiles, Social Media |
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| The New Online Markets for Writers (13 minutes) Posted Jul 14, 2010 |
Marketing Success and Reaching Your Career Goals with Janet Balis (14 minutes) Posted Jun 23, 2010 |
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In this tutorial, you'll learn about the different content sites and how they work, the pros and cons of the various models, and how you can be most productive to make your efforts pay off.
more detailsCareer, About.Com, Examiner, Suite101, Demand Media, Content Farms, Aggregators, Markets For Writers, Next-Generation Journalist |
Learn how to merge marketing and creativity, and build an exciting career with Janet Balis of Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia, Inc.
more detailsAdvertising & Marketing, Direct Access, Mediabistro Circus 2010, Cross-Platform Strategy |
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| Build a Career in Digital Marketing with Marita Scarfi (8 minutes) Posted Jun 17, 2010 |
The Cutting Edge of eCommerce with Susan Lyne (8 minutes) Posted Jun 10, 2010 |
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Organic CEO Marita Scarfi imparts insights on how creatives can get involved in the online marketing business, and shares her secrets to success
more detailsAdvertising & Marketing, Digital Media & Tech, Direct Access, Mediabistro Circus 2010, Digital Marketing |
Get up close and personal with Susan Lyne, CEO of Gilt Groupe.
more detailsCareer, Digital Media, Direct Access, Mediabistro Circus 2010 |
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| Gilt Groupe CEO Susan Lyne on Taking Career Risks (33 minutes) Posted May 27, 2010 |
Insurance Basics for Designers (25 minutes) Posted May 10, 2010 |
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Susan Lyne, CEO of Gilt Groupe, speaks at Mediabistro Circus 2010
more detailsAdvertising & Marketing, Digital Media & Tech, Fashion, Search, Mediabistro Circus 2010, E-Commerce, Email Marketing |
A pathway to obtaining the insurance you need for your freelance practice or design firm
more detailsCareer, Freelancing, Client Relations, Business Issues, Insurance |
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| How to Make Money from Blogging: Panel Discussion (1 hour, 15 minutes) Posted Apr 29, 2010 |
Getting It All Done: Be More Productive (20 minutes) Posted Apr 22, 2010 |
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How can you turn an interest in writing and blogging into career opportunities and a sustainable living (or at least supplemental income)? Our panel, sponsored by AOL, takes on the topic.
more detailsCreative Writing, Digital Media & Tech, Aol, Career, Blogging, Panel Discussion |
Do you find yourself at the end of the day wondering where the time went? We can help you get the job done.
more detailsProductivity, Getting Things Done |
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| Protect Your Privacy: Social Media Settings (20 minutes) Posted Mar 17, 2010 |
Organize Your Entrepreneurial Life (15 minutes) Posted Mar 1, 2010 |
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Balancing your social media life? We'll show you how to tweak your privacy settings and make smart decisions.
more detailsCareer, Twitter, Facebook, Social Media, Privacy, Linked In |
Congratulations, you're an entrepreneur! You're about to enter into a new world of making your own schedule, planning your own day and choosing where you work. We'll talk you through it.
more detailsOrganization, Entrepreneurship, Life Skills |
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| How to Overcome Procrastination (16 minutes) Posted Feb 25, 2010 |
Media Training: How to Prep Your Company, Client, and Yourself for Interviews (40 minutes) Posted Feb 18, 2010 |
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In this tutorial, you'll learn about the roots and causes of procrastination, and how you can stop putting off projects, manage your time, and increase your productivity.
more detailsOrganization, Procrastination, Life Skills |
In this recorded webcast by Garrett Glaser, we'll introduce you to the 20 most important skills you need to create and package your message for maximum effect while maintaining control of every media interaction you face.
more detailsCareer, Media Training, Recorded Webcast, 20 Tips In 20 Minutes |
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| How to Launch Your Web Business: Advice from Kate Thorp (5 minutes) Posted Feb 1, 2010 |
LinkedIn Tips for Media Pros: Find Work and Get Connected (11 minutes) Posted Jan 15, 2010 |
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Kate Thorp understands the intersection of content and advertising. We ask her to discuss how she founded Real Girls Media Network, the pros and cons of user-generated content, and how to find the right tools and funding to start a web-based business.
more detailsAdvertising & Marketing, New Media, User-Generated Content, Entrepreneurship, Ugcx, Direct Access |
Admit it. You probably set up a profile on LinkedIn and forgot about it. It's time to log in, get connected, and enhance your media career. We'll show you how.
more detailsLinkedin, Job Search, Networking |
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| The New Fundamentals of Journalism with Katty Kay, author of Womenomics (11 minutes) Posted Jan 15, 2010 |
Income Taxes for Freelancers (35 minutes) Posted Jan 14, 2010 |
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What's it like to be a first-time author right now? Does the picture change when you're an established journalist? Our chat with Katty Kay gives a picture of the changes in journalism, and insight into the publishing process.
more detailsBook & Mag Publishing, Career, TV, Film & Video, Direct Access, Ebook Summit, Next-Generation Journalist |
If you're new to freelancing, chances are that you have some questions about how to calculate and report your income taxes.
more detailsFreelancing, Business Issues, Income, Taxes |
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| New Career Directions in Publishing with Andrew Malkin of Zinio (10 minutes) Posted Jan 11, 2010 |
What's Next in Publishing with Jane Friedman and Jeffrey Sharp of Open Road Integrated Media (12 minutes) Posted Jan 7, 2010 |
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Innovations in electronic publishing mean new opportunities. Learn what's going on now, and what to expect from the future of eBooks and online publishing from Zinio's Andrew Malkin.
more detailsCareer, Digital Media & Tech, Direct Access, Ebook Summit, Electronic Publishing |
Jane Friedman and Jeffrey Sharp are breaking new ground in digital publishing and book marketing. Join them for this educational discussion of what's to come and how you can get involved.
more detailsCareer, Creative Writing, Marketing, New Media, Direct Access, Ebook Summit |
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| Panel: Social Media and the Customer: Focus on Community Management (1 hour, 30 minutes) Posted Jan 7, 2010 |
Achieving eBook Success with Neelan Choksi of Lexcycle (10 minutes) Posted Jan 7, 2010 |
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Community management can drive great customer service and transform your business. Our panel will show you how.
more detailsCareer, Social Media, Recorded Event, Community Management, Panel Discussion |
How do content and technology interact in the age of eBooks? Pick up some pointers from tech visionary Neelan Choksi.
more detailsBook & Mag Publishing, Career, Mobile, Direct Access, Ebook Summit |
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