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.
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"It's all in the pitch—and your first client is yourself"
The truth in advertising is that the field is so competitive, and open positions so few, that getting a gig in the modern ad business is as difficult as landing a major account. Even internships…
Joel Schwartzberg
Harvard Business Review called data scientist “The Sexiest Job of the 21st Century.” The New York Times has reported newly minted data scientist success stories, including a 26 year old who went from waiter to earning…
Katie Hottinger
It's a common feeling these days. You apply for jobs online and you rarely get a response. It seems almost like your resume just disappears into the ether, never to be seen by an actual…
Celeste Mitchell
Here's one of those timeless career questions: What should you do when a prospective employer asks for your salary history? It's always an awkward topic, but it's one an applicant should be prepared to answer. And regardless…
Celeste Mitchell
The interviewer sitting across the table might seem perfectly chatty, but her questions are loaded with ulterior motives. While you might think you're the answer to her hiring needs, it can be nigh on impossible…
Brittany Taylor
Every hiring manager has a candidate they remember far after the interview itself. These unforgettable folks are often known as the ones who landed the job. Here are three media pros with experience in hiring and their…
Amanda Layman Low
This Valentine’s Day, we’re swiping right on something very close to our hearts: office perks. From dog-friendly spaces to happy hour Fridays, we’re aiming cupid’s arrow at the best perks from some of today’s top…
John Lombard
These days, every marketing effort has some aspect of social. Whether it's pushing content via Twitter and Facebook, sharing the company's unique culture on Instagram or fostering community engagement, social media jobs are growing faster than ever. Here's…
Kristen Fischer
At first glance, a job posting may seem simple—there's a description, a list of required skills, necessary qualifications and not much more. Well maybe, maybe not. Often between those lines are clues that reveal if…
Joel Schwartzberg
It’s Oscar season, and with several of the nominated movies featuring careers in digital media, we figure it’s our job to show you how to grab one of those careers yourself. Warning: This article has…
John Lombard