HR Qs

A look inside major media companies' human-resources departments.

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HRQs: Community Connect, Inc. HRQs: Community Connect, Inc.
Powering ethnic social networking Web sites, this company prizes diversity and seeks hires to further its team efforts.
By Rebecca L. Fox, August 22, 2006

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HR Qs: Forbes.com
A one-woman HR department streamlines the hiring process, so long as you follow directions
By Aileen Gallagher, March 28, 2006
HR Qs: VNU
The media giant will unveil a new, streamlined recruiting system in 2006
By Keith R. Hernandez, December 21, 2005
HR Qs: NYC Media Group
New York City has a radio station, five cable channels, and a broadcast channel. There's plenty of work to be done.
By Molly Simms, September 29, 2005
HR Qs: Google
Google, the dot-com that could, definitely looks at your CV. They also probably, you know, Google you.
By Molly Simms, September 13, 2005
HR Qs: Vibe/Spin Ventures
Breaking in means knowing how to mix passion with professionalism.
By Jill Singer, April 27, 2005
HR Qs: Ziff Davis Media
An HR manager at Ziff Davis, home to the preeminent tech, IT, and gaming books, shares valuable secrets about what it takes to break in. Note to sales personnel: This company could be looking for you.
By Jill Singer, March 30, 2005
HR Qs: HarperCollins Publishers
Understanding the company's trademark blend of the traditional (it's home to Dickens, Harper Lee, Mark Twain and more) and the unconventional (it's the publishing arm of Rupe's media empire) is key to breaking in
By Jill Singer, February 23, 2005
HR Qs: Hearst Corporation
From Esquire to CosmoGIRL!, there's something for everyone at this major mag conglomerate.
By Jill Singer, November 24, 2004
HR Qs: Random House, Inc.
Do you dream of working at a house that has published everyone from John Updike to Bill Clinton? Here's how to break into the largest adult trade publisher in the world.
By Jill Singer, October 20, 2004
HR Qs: American Express Publishing
Breaking into the high-end publishing arm of the high-end financial services company.
By Jill Singer, September 15, 2004
HR Qs: Reed Business Information
How to break into the publisher of media's most high-profile trades.
By Jill Singer, August 18, 2004
HR Qs: Playboy Enterprises
What's the secret to getting a job with Playboy?
By Jill Singer, July 21, 2004
HR Qs: The Penguin Group
Our new monthly series takes you inside major media companies' human-resources departments.
By Jill Singer, June 30, 2004