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Topic: Marketing Grad trying to get into Publishing
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| rainydaygirl | Posted – 7/2/2007 3:15:07 PM | show profile Hi all, I'm new to the forums and from scanning through, I feel like the responses are really detailed and helpful so I thought it was a worth a shot trying to gain some advice as well. Mostly it seems that English, Journalism and Mass Comm majors are the ones getting the jobs in publishing. I've always wanted to get into publishing but decided to go down the Marketing major route instead, because I figured, well.. reading/writing, I do that on my own time anyways. Unfortunately, did not fully utilize my networking in college and so graduated with less than handful of contacts which have led nowhere so far and I am starting to get disillusioned. I have been trying to do what everyone says, just apply and apply and apply and write great cover letters and try to get their attention but in the end, it's pretty much about knowing people to get you on the inside track. Like every other recent college grad out there, I just wish someone could cut me a break. I know I'm qualified, but where and how do I meet the right people to network to pass along my resume to the HR department? I have no preferences for publishing companies, I just really want to get into publishing, as a proofreader/copywriter/ editorial assistant/administrative assistant. I would even start from the marketing arena since that's what I studied anyways but so far the leads have all gone nowhere. Any advice would be very much appreciated. Anyone knowing anyone that is looking for entry level marketing/admin/editorial assistant in the city that can help push me in the right direction, I will be indebted to you! Thank you so much. I realize it's difficult and from the responses I read perhaps two months out of graduation doesn't seem like a long time yet, but of course trying and putting yourself out there everyday with no response can get a little disheartening after awhile. Elaine |
| Unemployed-gal | Posted – 7/3/2007 6:42:56 AM | show profile Hey, I was an English/history double major in college, and let me tell you, English majors are a dime a dozen in the publishing world. So common, in fact, that I don't think that it really matters all that much what you majored in, anyways. It's true that having connections in publishing is necessary, and internships/ prior experience are helpful as well. I'm a year/ 14 months out of college and still looking for a full-time entry-level job, interning for pocket change and trying to network; but the jobs always seem to go to people with better connections. As to how you can meet people in the business--check your college/ high school alumni associations. Publisher's Marketplace is also a good place to look for contacts. Its even worth it to send out a mass e-mail to friends and family--someone in there has to know someone who knows someone who works in publishing. It's also a good idea to look for jobs outside the editorial/marketing assistant arena--those jobs are the most popular; and besides, they usually go to some Trustafarian whose daddy plays golf with the CEO of the company (bitter much?) I definitely understand how you feel, though. And I also applaud you for not being truly clueless about publishing and how tough the job search is, because so many people who move to New York or are thinking about taking the plunge are. Just keep plugging away at it, and I'm sure that something will turn up soon! Hope this helps... |
| rainydaygirl | Posted – 7/3/2007 11:19:24 AM | show profile Thanks for the words of encouragement. Will check out the Publisher's Marketplace thing! I guess it's all about being at the right place at the right time and knowing the right person. Hopefully either of us will make it there soon. |
| beachbum | Posted – 7/3/2007 11:34:08 AM | show profile just keep chugging along It's true there are Trust-fund babies that get jobs easily but it's also true that if you're qualified and work hard you'll get those jobs and even better jobs. Just keep chugging along, sending out those resumes, getting internships, networking, acquiring skills and self-confidence, going on interviews and you'll find that job. Don't be bitter (it shows) and don't let negative people tell you there are no jobs out there, there are, you just have to be aggressive and keep your chin up. A good attitude will get you far, employers love to see that in a young person. Good luck! |
