John Lombard is a content strategist and writer with over a decade of experience creating interactive and video content for brands like Apple, IBM, and Samsung. He previously worked at Mediabistro and now serves as a Client Strategist at Ceros.
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Cut the rambling—and improve your performance
Think back on your last interview. Did you talk to the point where the hiring manager’s eyes glazed over? If so, you probably rambled on a little too long. Here, we’re talking with media pros…
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To help you project the most positive mannerisms—and so you go from candidate to new hire—check out this expert advice from hiring managers in the media biz on what body language to adopt in your next interview.
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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.
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You’ve got the skills, the talent, the fresh pair of Warby Parkers. Now you just need that media job. But getting your foot in the door isn’t easy, and sometimes in order to stand out,…
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The competition at Super Bowl 50 won’t just be Denver versus Carolina. For marketers, the real contest will once again be in between plays, as major brands, who can afford to spend $5 million on…
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Even the most skilled writers need a portfolio to show off their ability to collaborate with designers and conceptualize big ideas. If you’re looking to land an agency job but need a portfolio, check out…
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While some creatives say the early bird gets the proverbial worm, others argue it’s the night owl that crushes creatively. Here, through recent research and insight from creatives, we’re examining the best times for productivity,…
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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…
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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…
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The world of improv comedy—think Whose Line is it Anyway, Second City, UCB—is famous for more than just kicking out hilarious performances. Certain techniques derived from improv are used for managing employees, developing business ideas…
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