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If you’re unsure what a Content Strategist does, don’t worry; you’re not alone. To help, we asked two content strategists to de-mystify the job. Read on to find out what they had to say and…
Jenell Talley
If you work in any creative role in the media, tech or digital world, you need to know about UX (User Experience). UX designers create the full experience that users have on a website, app…
Ayana Young
Sarah Kiernan is Director of Talent Relations at SoulCycle, the indoor cycling fitness phenomenon. SoulCycle is known for its avid consumer fan base, but its employees are equally evangelistic about the brand. As we will…
Bizzy Coy
Ever wondered what hiring managers really want to see when they look at job applications? In case you missed it... Vox.com's Editorial Director Laura McGann took to twitter to give an insiders perspective on what to…
Ayana Young
Brooke Hauser has a way with celebrities. You name the star, she’s interviewed them. Jennifer Aniston? Check. Matt Damon? Check. Julia Roberts? Double check. (She’s interviewed her twice.) Allure, Glamour, Marie Claire and Parade are…
Addie Morfoot
From an early age, Canadian native Vinita Singla has had a knack for all things journalism. That passion and drive has taken Singla from a small city in British Columbia to internships at Mediabistro, NY1…
Ayana Young
When you find something you love to do you should just go for it...or at least that's what Karine Bengualid did. Starting off her career in media as an intern—under renowned publicist Howard Bragman in…
Ayana Young
Straight out of high school, Louisiana native Dana Johnson left the comfort of the Bayou to pursue her theater dreams in New York City, but it wasn't until after a career-ending injury, that Johnson found…
Ayana Young
If there’s one thing you know about yourself, it’s this: You’re not looking for a career where you clock in and clock out. Instead of just putting in your time, you want to join a…
Ayana Young
From New York City to China, Molly Stark Dean has been a thought leader in the emerging social media industry for over ten years. As a social media strategist and guest lecturer at the University…
Ayana Young