Stories, ideas, and perspectives to spark your next creative move. Be Inspired features profiles, essays, and thought pieces that celebrate the work of media and creative professionals and remind you why you got into the industry in the first place.

How to Get Your Resume Noticed in 15 Seconds or Less

You may spend hours (or days) writing and agonizing over your resume, but once it gets in front of a recruiter, HR staffer or hiring manager, […]

5 Reasons to Start Your Career at an Advertising Agency

For a young professional just entering the business world, an advertising agency can be an attractive fit. They are commonly known for having great culture, […]

5 Bad Writing Habits That Hurt Your Career (And How to Fix Them)

Last updated: January 2026 In this article: Neglecting to Read | Jumping In Without an Outline | Editing While You Write | No Writing Routine […]

How Kazeem Famuyide Networked His Way from Intern to Bleacher Report Creative

Vital Stats: Name: Kazeem Famuyide Industry: Digital Content Editorial Years in Industry: 10 Current Position: Creative at Bleacher Report Past Positions: Writer, No Script with […]

How to Become a Video Producer: Career Tips from Adweek’s John Tejada

John Tejada is a video producer at Adweek. Here's how he got his current position, and how he's getting himself ready for the next stage […]

Video Producer Career Guide: What They Do, Skills, Salary & Expert Advice

Last updated: January 2026 In this article: What Video Producers Do | Breaking Into Video Production | Starting NORTHBOUND | Career Advice | Skills Development […]

14 Habits & Career Success Secrets of Media Pros

To be successful (or even gainfully employed) in this era of industry uncertainty, it seems like you have to go above and beyond the general […]

Resources and guidance for job seekers in media, marketing, and creative industries. From crafting your personal brand to navigating the hiring process, Candidates gives you the tools and insights to position yourself as the standout choice.

How to Answer “What Is Your Desired Salary?” in a Job Interview

There’s always a point in the job process when you are asked the dreaded question: What are your salary expectations? This might be a line […]

The One Critical Mistake Even Executives Make in Job Interviews

This guest post comes to us from Argentus Supply Chain Recruiting, a boutique recruitment firm specializing in Supply Chain Management and Procurement. Most of us […]

How to Reschedule a Job Interview Professionally (With Email Templates)

Last updated: January 2026 In this article: Stay Calm | Reschedule Quickly | Call First | Give a Reason | Apologize | Suggest Dates | […]

How to Write a Thank-You Email After an Interview (With Copy-Paste Templates)

So, you had a job interview. Great! Before you sit back and begin the waiting game, we’re here to tell you that your work is […]

Thank You Email After a Bad Interview: How to Recover (With Templates)

Even if your interview didn’t go exactly the way you hoped, it’s still possible to leave a positive final impression before the hiring manager makes […]

How to Send References in an Email: Templates & Examples for Every Step

Last updated: January 2026 In this article: When to Provide References | Who to Ask | How to Ask | How to Send References | […]

How to Withdraw a Job Application: Email Templates & Examples for Every Situation

Last updated: January 2026 In this article: Reasons to Withdraw | When to Withdraw | How to Withdraw | Email Templates | After a Job […]

News and developments at the intersection of media careers and education. From journalism school updates and industry training programs to workforce trends and skills in demand, Careers & Education keeps you informed on what's shaping the next generation of media professionals.

Why The Mediabistro Weekly Drop Is the Must-Read Media Careers Newsletter

If you work in media, journalism, entertainment, publishing, or digital content and feel like the rules keep changing, you are not imagining it. Attention is […]

5 Best AI & Tech Courses for Writers to Future-Proof Their Career (2026)

The creative landscape is shifting under our feet. For journalists, copywriters, editors, and content strategists, the headlines about Artificial Intelligence can be anxiety-inducing. And it […]

How to Start a Career as a Fitness Instructor: Training, Skills & Steps

Maffi // Shutterstock How to start a career as a fitness instructor The fitness industry provides various programs and services that motivate individuals to exercise […]

What Is a GTM Engineer? A High-Impact Career to Consider in 2026

DC Studio // Shutterstock GTM engineer: A high-impact career to consider in 2026 As companies race to scale revenue operations efficiently, a new role is […]

Private Colleges With the Best Return on Investment for Your Career

Winston Tan // Shutterstock Private colleges with the best return on investment For high school graduates, choosing the right college can be one of the […]

Public Colleges With the Best Return on Investment for Your Career

Public colleges with the best return on investment As of December 2025, student loan debt totals more than $1.84 trillion in the U.S. According to the Education Data […]

20 Side Hustle Ideas to Boost Your Income in 2026

candy candy // Shutterstock 20 side hustle ideas to make extra money during the holidays and in 2026 The traditional path of working a full-time […]

Practical strategies for advancing your media or creative career. Climb the Ladder delivers tips on getting promoted, negotiating raises, building your professional network, and making smart moves that take you to the next level.

Best Career and Media Books to Boost Your Job Search and Skills

Grab a book off the list and fill your brain with industry knowledge and top career advice.

How to Answer “What Is Your Desired Salary?” in a Job Interview

There’s always a point in the job process when you are asked the dreaded question: What are your salary expectations? This might be a line […]

The One Critical Mistake Even Executives Make in Job Interviews

This guest post comes to us from Argentus Supply Chain Recruiting, a boutique recruitment firm specializing in Supply Chain Management and Procurement. Most of us […]

Video Game Writing: An Emerging Career Path for Content Creators

In the evolving world of digital content, game writing is rapidly emerging as a thrilling and dynamic avenue for creative minds. The video game industry, […]

How to Reschedule a Job Interview Professionally (With Email Templates)

Last updated: January 2026 In this article: Stay Calm | Reschedule Quickly | Call First | Give a Reason | Apologize | Suggest Dates | […]

How to Follow Up After a Job Interview (With Example Emails)

We get it. Applying for a job is no easy task. It can take hours to find a job that looks like a good fit, […]

How to Advance Your Marketing Career: 8 Proven Strategies

Last updated: January 2026 In this article: Uncover Insights | Think Like Executives | Improve Efficiency | Get Comfortable Presenting | Document Your Wins | […]

News and insights from the entertainment industry. From film and television to streaming, music, and gaming, our entertainment coverage tracks the deals, talent moves, and business developments that matter to media and creative professionals.

The #1 Summer Blockbuster the Year You Graduated High School

#1 summer movie the year you graduated high school Summer is an exciting time in Hollywood, when big-budget movies with wide appeal are often released. […]

The 50 Best Western Films of All Time, According to Critics

50 best Western films of all time, according to critics For decades, the most popular movie genre in America was the Western. Audiences could not […]

The 50 Best Talk Shows in Television History, Ranked

Bettmann // Getty Images 50 best talk shows in TV history “The Joe Franklin Show” was filmed in a dingy New York City basement where […]

The 50 Best Seinfeld Episodes of All Time, Ranked

50 best ‘Seinfeld’ episodes of all time Throughout its nine-season run from 1989 to 1998, Jerry Seinfeld and Larry David’s sitcom “Seinfeld” upended every conceivable […]

Epic Runtime, Epic Returns: The Most Successful Long Movies Ever Made

The most successful long movies of all time A recent debate has made its way around the internet about whether audiences should be forced to […]

The Greatest Animated Blockbusters of All Time, Ranked

Best animated blockbusters of all time Animated movies have evolved significantly over the years, transcending their initial reputation as merely children’s entertainment to powerful storytelling […]

The Worst Movies of the 1980s: Hollywood’s Biggest Misses

Worst movies of the ’80s The 1980s began with the election of President Ronald Reagan, and the new administration’s policies launched the country into an […]

Your roadmap to landing a role in media. Get a Media Job covers the full journey — from identifying the right opportunities and tailoring your application to interviewing well and negotiating your offer in journalism, publishing, marketing, and beyond.

How to Get Your Resume Noticed in 15 Seconds or Less

You may spend hours (or days) writing and agonizing over your resume, but once it gets in front of a recruiter, HR staffer or hiring manager, […]

Getting Your Resume Into Human Hands: How to Use LinkedIn & Twitter to Bypass the Black Hole

These days, simply applying via a job site and hoping for the best is like trying to get a date by slipping your phone number in with […]

6 Things Every Cover Letter Should Have to Land the Interview

There are only two focal points in a cover letter: the position and you, the applicant. So, if you want to land the job, you […]

10 Creative Ways to Make Your Resume Stand Out (Real Examples From Pros)

You’ve spit-and-polished your resume to a fare-thee-well, but can you make it stand out from the rest? How can you tweak your resume so it’s […]

7 Tricky Job Interview Questions and How to Answer Them Like a Pro

One of the biggest job interview fears is getting a question you didn’t see coming: not a “trick” question sadistically designed to trip you up […]

After the Interview: 8 Key Steps to Land the Job

You found the job opening, scheduled the interview, met the boss and now all there is to do is wallow in anxiety and check your […]

Goodbye Email When Leaving a Job: 7 Rules, a Template & What NOT to Say

Last updated: January 2026 In this article: Should You Send a Goodbye Email? | 4 Dos | 3 Don’ts | Email Template | FAQs Whether […]

Everything you need to land your next media or creative role. Get Hired covers resume writing, interview prep, portfolio tips, job search strategies, and insider advice to help you stand out and get the offer.

5 Signs It’s Time to Hire a Professional Resume Writing Service

Sure, you can write your own resume, but if it’s not landing you interviews—or as many as you’d like—it might be time to hire a […]

How to Use Instagram in Your Job Search: 5 Smart Strategies

When you think of using social media in your job search, the first thing that probably comes to mind is LinkedIn. While your gut instinct […]

What to Wear to a Job Interview in Media and Creative Fields

So you landed that interview. Nice work! Now comes the big question: “What should I wear?” It’s a good question, and one that’s constantly being […]

Back to Basics: 5 Job Search Fundamentals You Can’t Afford to Skip

To get you back to basics, here are some job search fundamentals you can’t afford to ignore.

Summer Job Search Tips: 5 Ways to Land a Job While Enjoying the Season

Ideas for easy ways to stay on top of your search so you can have the best of both worlds: a chill summer and an […]

How to Get Your Resume Noticed in 15 Seconds or Less

You may spend hours (or days) writing and agonizing over your resume, but once it gets in front of a recruiter, HR staffer or hiring manager, […]

How to Sell Your Soft Skills During a Job Interview

Soft skills—those personal qualities that allow you to work well with and get along with others—can help you in an interview if the other candidates […]

Your guide to building a successful freelance career in media and creative industries. Go Freelance covers finding clients, setting rates, managing your business, and navigating the unique challenges of working for yourself.

Best Websites for Freelancers: Tools for Getting Paid, Managing Projects & Finding Gigs

When you’re freelancing, a lot goes into finding work, managing projects, invoicing clients and showcasing your future-gig-landing work samples. Here are websites that can help.

The Beginner’s Guide to Freelance Writing: How to Start and Land Your First Jobs

So, you want to be a freelance writer, huh? It looks really glamorous with little-known writers getting a bajillion views for their work on Huffington […]

Setting Your Freelance Writing Rate: 4 Key Factors to Consider

In the world of freelancing, one price doesn’t fit all jobs. That’s the beauty—and curse—of being a contractor. Coming up with a fee can be challenging. […]

6 Tips for Submitting Freelance Writing Clips That Win Assignments

For journalists looking for freelance or full-time work, making a good first impression is all about the clips. Often requested before a story is assigned, […]

How to Become a Six-Figure Freelancer: Tips from Writers Who Did It

While many freelancers begin their careers with high hopes of financial success, most find it difficult managing the constant cycle of pitching, writing, invoicing and […]

Healthcare on a Freelancer’s Budget: 5 Ways to Cut Costs

Whether you freelance full- or part-time, it’s not uncommon for your finances to fluctuate occasionally. You may go through seasons that are financially lucrative. At […]

5 Ways Fiction Writing Prepared Me for Nonfiction Freelancing

When I was a devoted writer of fiction only, I understood the minuscule odds of my “making it” as a published author, but I believed […]

Explore the latest from Los Angeles, the epicenter of entertainment and media. From Hollywood studio deals and streaming wars to agency moves and shifts in the creative job market, our LA coverage keeps media and entertainment professionals informed about the stories shaping the industry.

Highest-rated Class of 2026 women's basketball recruits from California

matimix // Shutterstock Highest-rated Class of 2026 women’s basketball recruits from California The college basketball recruiting class of 2026 is packed with elite talent, featuring […]

Hottest Marches in California since 1895

logoboom // Shutterstock Hottest Marches in California since 1895 In 2022, the continental United States experienced its third hottest July since 1895, according to data […]

Coldest Marches in California since 1895

VOJTa Herout // Shutterstock Coldest Marches in California since 1895 Stacker compiled a ranking of the coldest Marches in California since 1895 using data from […]

Highest-rated Class of 2027 football recruits from California

Stuart Monk // Shutterstock Highest-rated Class of 2027 football recruits from California The recruiting race for the Class of 2027 is already heating up — […]

Highest-rated Class of 2027 football recruits from California

Stuart Monk // Shutterstock Highest-rated Class of 2027 football recruits from California The recruiting race for the Class of 2027 is already heating up — […]

Biggest cities in California 150 years ago

Everett Collection // Shutterstock Biggest cities in California 150 years ago After the completion of the 1860 census and the election of President Abraham Lincoln, […]

Media and creative industry news from the heart of New York City. From publishing and advertising to digital media and beyond, our NYC coverage tracks the deals, moves, and trends shaping one of the world's most influential media markets.

New York frozen pizza trends, according to Instacart data

PJ McDonnell // Shutterstock New York frozen pizza trends, according to Instacart data In honor of National Pi Day (March 13), Instacart looked into one […]

Highest-rated Class of 2026 women's basketball recruits from New York

matimix // Shutterstock Highest-rated Class of 2026 women’s basketball recruits from New York The college basketball recruiting class of 2026 is packed with elite talent, […]

Hottest Marches in New York since 1895

logoboom // Shutterstock Hottest Marches in New York since 1895 In 2022, the continental United States experienced its third hottest July since 1895, according to […]

Coldest Marches in New York since 1895

VOJTa Herout // Shutterstock Coldest Marches in New York since 1895 Stacker compiled a ranking of the coldest Marches in New York since 1895 using […]

In search of affordability: How New York ranks for cost of living

PeopleImages // Shutterstock In search of affordability: How New York ranks for cost of living If there’s one issue that every single American is dealing […]

Stop doing everything: How small business leaders in New York can reclaim 80 workdays each year

PeopleImages // Shutterstock Stop doing everything: How small business leaders in New York can reclaim 80 workdays each year Leaders in small and medium-sized businesses […]