Mediabistro is the #1 job board, community, and career destination for media and content professionals. Once a week, we’ll be updating this list with different types of creative jobs featured. Take a look below:
@ NBC
(New York, NY)
@ BBC Studios
(New York, NY)
@ Yale University
(New Haven, CT)
@ Random House Children’s Books
(NYC or Remote)
None of these feel like a match? Check out more Mediabistro roles here.
The holidays—December specifically—are notoriously known for being the worst time of year for candidates to find new jobs. It’s usually crunch time for many companies as they close out Q4 and prepare for the calendar year ahead. This leads jobseekers to wait until the new year to even start to edit their resume and apply for new opportunities. And while this may be your train of thought, there are actually ample opportunities in the job market in December. Here are some reasons to job search over the holidays.
Since the end of the year is known as a quiet time for hiring, you can use this to your advantage. A large portion of jobs are still being posted in December. Although most people are typically busy shopping for loved ones and getting ready for the holidays, you’ll find that there are less people applying for jobs. If you choose this route, you’ll be able to apply for more jobs with less competition.
Use the fact that employers are winding down and gearing up for the new year to your advantage. If you start your job search during the holidays and end up receiving an offer before the end of the year, there’s a good chance you’ll be able to negotiate your start date—and have more time to rest and recharge before it.
Believe it or not, there are plenty of networking opportunities in December due to end-of-the-year parties and events. It’s a time when people are socializing and connecting. Even if you choose not to network in person, there are virtual events and virtual ways to connect. Think about sending that LinkedIn introduction at least.
If you’re on the job hunt, why stop applying when it comes to December? You’ve spent time building momentum and you have the opportunity to maintain that momentum by applying to jobs and networking.
While applying to jobs at the end of the year can feel like a taboo, it’s actually a great time to focus on your job search. If you decide to apply during this time of year, you’ll find that there’s less competition, you may be able to negotiate your start date and network. If you maintain your momentum through the end of the year, odds are that you’ll be recharged and ready to go by January.
Mediabistro is the #1 job board, community, and career destination for media and content professionals. Once a week, we’ll be updating this list with different types of creative jobs featured. Take a look below:
@ UCLA
(Los Angeles, CA)
@ Hearst Television
(Birmingham, AL)
@ Hachette Books
(New York, NY)
@ Pratt Institute
(Brooklyn, NY)
None of these feel like a match? Check out more Mediabistro roles here.
By the minute, things like technological advances and artificial intelligence are changing people’s day-to-day lives—and the working world. While some people fear that this could disrupt their industry, a lot of data points to quite the opposite: creative careers have a strong future ahead.
And you don’t have to be already working a creative career to seek out a new one. Trends of people picking up freelancing and contracting have only picked up in the past several years, and The Great Resignation has forced them to think hard about their next career move. In fact, 46% of workers plan to change jobs in the new year.
Not only that, but data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics suggests that creative jobs are expected to grow 10% through 2026—much faster than average in comparison to other fields. While creative jobs grow, they also evolve with the ever-changing technology landscapes.
Check out these four evolving creative careers to consider.
In the ever-growing and evolving world of social media, the role of a Social Media Manager can change by the day. However, generally, they oversee the development and implementation of strategies for a company’s social media—whether it’s Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Pinterest, YouTube, or all the above. Social Media Managers are the creative engines behind a company’s varying social outlets, staying on top of social media trends and curating content daily for that brand. They also monitor audience comments and maintain relationships with other companies on social media.
Some colleges are even launching social media majors.
Copywriters are responsible for creating effective and engaging text that is used to promote the products of the company they work for, whether it’s an ad agency or a corporation. Their writing is typically displayed externally on:
They craft messaging that grabs their reader’s attention. Most of their writing needs to be clear, as it’s used briefly and compellingly. A Copywriter is also usually part of the company’s marketing team, working closely with other team members in the process of brainstorming and executing ideas.
In a broad sense, a Graphic Designer is responsible for creating visuals for a company.
This can include designing:
The goal of a Graphic Designer is generally to captivate an audience with aesthetically pleasing visuals that align with the company’s brand. Their job is to visually communicate with both the company employees and clients or potential clients. They can be found across industries and work on various products depending on the company. Some Graphic Designers may specialize in particular fields such as illustration, digital design, branding, or advertising.
A Creative Director determines the creative vision of a brand or project and manifests that vision through digital, print, and film installations. The job is to maintain a cohesive look and feel of a project—an advertising campaign, fashion line, video game, or magazine—by ensuring the visuals, messaging, and interactive and motion designs are on point. A Creative Director also establishes budgets and timelines and manages client relationships.
Mediabistro is the #1 job board, community, and career destination for media and content professionals. Once a week, we’ll be updating this list with different types of creative jobs featured. Take a look below:
@ UCLA
(New York, NY)
Lead Content Marketing Specialist
@ Pulse, A Discover Company
(Remote)
Social Media and Graphics Specialist
@ CoStar Group
(Washington DC)
@ Springer Nature
(New York, NY)
None of these feel like a match? Check out more Mediabistro roles here.
As the years go by and technology continues to advance, many young people are growing up with the internet, cell phones, and social media. While the folks who make up Gen Z have been using social media for the typical practice of connecting with friends and family, many are taking their use of sites like Facebook, TikTok, and LinkedIn up a notch. Now, many members of Gen Z job seekers are utilizing social media to land a gig.
You can use the sites you frequent every day to build your brand, find out about new job opportunities, and connect with employers on a whole new level. Let’s talk about how to use this technology to your advantage to find your dream job.
If you aren’t using social media to find potential job opportunities yet, then it could be time to jump on the bandwagon. Recent numbers show that 48% of those in Gen Z have already been using social media to find promising employment. Young people who find jobs by utilizing websites like TikTok and LinkedIn are finding that not only is this a unique way to find jobs but employers are using the same tools to find you.
Many companies are using social recruiting, which is the process of finding employees through social media platforms because they generally get a further reach and they can find more qualified customers. By expanding their reach, employers gain access to a more diverse candidate pool, and they may find some hidden gems that they may not have otherwise found while going through a pile of resumes. Plus, the human resources team can reach out to more candidates in a fraction of the time and save money in the process.
As a job seeker, you can use social media to look for job listings, make your own posts that describe your abilities and your desire for a job, and you can talk to family and friends who may know of job opportunities that fit your skill set.
Just keep in mind that while there are many advantages of social media and smartphone usage, you also need to be sure to use these devices in moderation. People post a lot of things on social media, and not everything is helpful or positive, so you need to be cautious of who you befriend. Also, be cautious of the physical ailments associated with smartphone usage, including the strain you can put on your hands and thumbs by constantly swiping and the damage you do to your spine by constantly bending over your phone. When in doubt, unplug or put the phone down, walk away from your screens, and do something else for a while.
Although many social media apps are different, they all have their perks and tools that you can use to try and find your next job. According to statistics, most young people are using LinkedIn as an integral part of their job search. LinkedIn is essential because that is where employees can post their skills and credentials, and employers can discuss their business and what they desire out of their workforce.
One way that you can use LinkedIn to your advantage is to write out your professional objectives and what you bring to the table. While writing these statements, fit in keywords that match the job position that you are searching for and sprinkle them throughout your profile. You can also build your professional network by joining professional groups on LinkedIn. You can introduce yourself, speak up when you have a question or intriguing thought, and find out about job fairs and openings at companies that fit your expertise.
While LinkedIn is what many people think about when discussing social media in their job search, other networks can also help you along, including Facebook. Many companies also post professional business profiles on Facebook, and you can find them there and follow them to get news and updates about potential employment opportunities. You can also use Facebook to simply update your personal status to say that you are looking for work while describing the skills you possess and your past experience. The friends that see your post may be able to help.
When employers are looking for the ideal candidates, they are looking for hard skills and qualifications, but they also want to ensure that you have a personality that fits in with their culture. One way you can show that is through attention-grabbing videos on TikTok. Many people are using this incredibly popular app to post personal clips that show their smiling faces as they describe their skills and why they deserve to be hired. There is even a TikTok resumes feature that is in development, so employers have a place to go to find you.
If you are new to TikTok then know that it is free to join, and it is easy to immediately start connecting with people and employers around the world. Once you complete your profile, all you have to do to create your first TikTok is stand in a well-lit spot and hold the red button to start recording. Just be sure that you know what you want to say beforehand. You can re-record or add multiple scenes until it is perfect. Then, you can add text and captions that describe your skills and highlight the most important aspects of your video.
You can increase your chances of getting noticed by implementing strategies to get more views. One idea is to add hashtags to attract a certain audience. You could even use a hashtag for the name of the company that you are trying to attract. Another idea is to make each second count. Don’t make your TikTok too long, or employers may move on. Instead, describe your best professional attributes, mention when you are available to start, and let your personality shine from beginning to end.
In the end, it is no mystery why so many Gen Z job seekers are using the major social media platforms to show off their skills and find work. Consider the advice and tips described here, and good luck on your job hunt!
Mediabistro is the #1 job board, community, and career destination for media and content professionals. Once a week, we’ll be updating this list with different types of creative jobs featured. Take a look below:
@ Hearst Television
(Birmingham, AL)
Senior Motion Graphics Designer
@ NBCUniversal, LLC
(Universal City, CA)
Customer Service Rep/Editorial Assistant
@ Kirkus Media
(New York, NY)
@ Springer Nature
(New York, NY)
None of these feel like a match? Check out more Mediabistro roles here.
There are many careers to choose from in the book publishing world, and Penguin Random House is a place with ample opportunities. We sat down with Andy Chown, Director of Talent Acquisition, to discuss what his team looks for when reviewing candidates.
It depends on a couple of things: one, the job level, and two, the job function. What I mean by that is, for example, there’s a difference in what we’re looking for if we’re hiring for editorial versus IT. Also, the desirable background and qualifications for more entry-level roles have adjusted. We don’t want to be missing out on amazing, creative talent, even if they may not have the standard qualifications. We tend to look for skills rather than qualifications. For example, if you are going into any of our entry-level jobs, attention to detail is really key. Particularly if you think about our product, we want to make sure that with anyone within this position has great attention to detail.
Teamwork is also an important factor—and being able to demonstrate that. The ability to self-manage is important. If the last two years have taught us anything, it’s that one needs to be able to manage their own workload within a remote-based environment. But ultimately, we look at the skills you need to complete tasks within the realms of your job.
There are so many different opportunities! There’s the publishing side and the corporate side. What I mean by the corporate side are the HR, Finance, Legal, Tech, Corporate Communications teams, among other departments. Then you have the publishing side, which is the more creative side—the one involved with getting the manuscript of a book into a reader’s hands (or ears!).
The editorial department oversees the acquisition and development of a book collaborating with the author to create a finished story. Managing editorial is responsible for the process of getting the book through the individual stages—from the manuscript through all the varying departments and managing the timeline. Publicity creates excitement around new books and new authors. Design is also a crucial department. The irony of not judging a book by its cover is that we have a lot of people who are dedicated to building beautiful books and covers. Sales is another important department at Penguin Random House, as they directly connect retailers (like your local independent bookstores) with our authors’ books so they can be available in stores. Those are just some of our teams and departments. There’s such a wide range of opportunities.
Once you start in publishing, you’ll quickly experience just how many opportunities there are. As a business, we often promote from within, so people sometimes end up in different departments from the ones they started in.
It depends on the role. The higher up you get, the more relevant the experience must be. For entry-level jobs, you don’t need publishing experience. Will it help? Of course, as in any role.
One of the things we’re trying to identify [when hiring] is the exact skills we’re looking for. Rather than looking for specific types of experience, we want to look for the skills that suggest a candidate is a good fit. As a result, we’re also adjusting our interview process. We’re asking how one’s skills could equate to a position in the publishing sphere.
We’ve added a new team, our Campus Partnership and Outreach team, to go and identify people who maybe haven’t considered publishing before. It really depends on the role and comes back to what the skills are that we’re looking for.
Do your research. The main thing I’d encourage a prospective candidate to do is familiarize themselves with the job description. If you really understand the relevant parts of the job and you know what your background is, try and link that as much as possible to the role. Research shouldn’t be just limited to the company.
Also, familiarize yourself with your own resume and refer to it. It’s not just a ticket to get in the door—it’s your best sales tool throughout the whole process. When you’re interviewing, you can point to relevant experiences on your resume that can address from the questions you’re asked. The more specific you can make your answer, the higher chance you’ll have at taking that opportunity to showcase your skills.
Books have always been a release for me. I’ve always loved reading. Even before I started working here, if a book had the Penguin logo on it, I knew I’d like it. Knowing that I’m heading up the talent acquisition team for that same company is surreal and I have to pinch myself sometimes.
From a professional standpoint, it’s the fact that we have careers for life. Numerous people on my team have been here for a long time. There are many opportunities to try new things—and knowing that one has career expansion across many different areas is really motivating and encouraging.
Apply to jobs at Penguin Random House on our job board today.
Mediabistro is the #1 job board, community, and career destination for media and content professionals. Once a week, we’ll be updating this list with different types of creative jobs featured. Take a look below:
Senior Writer
@ Inc.
(New York, NY)
The senior writer reports features, analysis, breaking news and other articles for Inc.com to drive traffic and fulfill Inc.com’s editorial mission to serve its readers. They work closely with website editors, pitching story ideas and filing posts and addressing issues through the editing process. They also create videos, infographics and other data visualizations and may occasionally write magazine features and contribute to podcasts and appear at Inc. events.
@ Hearst
(Des Moines, IA)
You will be responsible for creating and organizing unique content for all digital platforms. You will work with news crews, producers and assignment editors to assign, produce and promote content every day. This person will also work with the sales department and creative services department. The ideal candidate will have working knowledge of digital technology as well as strong writing and editorial skills.
Weekend Associate Editor
@ BravoTV.com
(Remote)
In this role, you’ll be responsible for managing BravoTV.com’s weekend news coverage, which involves creating digital content around Bravo shows and talent for BravoTV.com’s The Daily Dish and Style & Living verticals. BravoTV.comis the number one destination for news from the Bravo universe, including programming and cast member updates, and fashion, beauty, food, and home & design-related features.
@ Write Stuff Enterprises
(Fort Lauderdale, FL)
Prospective candidates must reside in Broward, Palm Beach, or Miami-Dade counties and have a minimum of 3 years’ experience in publishing. Must have experience working with corporate liaisons and proven written and oral communications skills. Must be skilled at conducting online research.
None of these feel like a match? Check out more Mediabistro roles here.
A new year naturally brings new year’s resolutions as people look forward and set goals for themselves. And while there’s much discourse about whether you should make resolutions or not, it can boil down to making reasonable ones you can keep. Have you set your resolutions yet? And if so, did freelancing full-time make the cut?
Making the jump to freelancing full-time can seem intimidating for those who have mainly worked traditional jobs, but countless statistics point to the fact that full-time employees are rapidly moving to freelance jobs due to a few key findings.
Here are some reasons to go freelance in 2023.
If you’ve been curious about making the leap to freelancing, but aren’t sure there are enough opportunities, think again; the gig economy is just expected to grow. 2023 is the year to go freelance, according to Fiverr. A large majority of business owners—78%—say they are more likely to hire freelancers this year.
“Changes to headcount and working arrangements are unfortunately necessary during cost-cutting periods, and yet businesses need to ensure staff still feel supported and morale remains intact. It’s encouraging to see that savvy business leaders are turning to freelancers in order to fill any talent gaps in their workforce to avoid things such as burnout and reduced productivity,” said Shany Malbin, Fiverr Business General Manager.
While starting out as a full-time freelancer may have some growing pains like keeping track of invoices, maintaining a schedule, and planning your business and goals far ahead, it also can lead you to eventually being more in charge of your career than you would’ve as an employee. For example, you can set your own rates, manage your own clients, and not have to worry about things that may come with working full-time such as being micromanaged and monitored. Another perk of working for yourself, especially in the current economic climate, is being able to avoid layoffs or company turmoil.
At the end of the day, freelancing equals flexibility. Freelancers can work from home (or wherever they’d like to), have full control of their schedules, and decide their own workload. According to Upwork, 50% of freelancers said because of personal circumstances they could not work for a traditional employer, but freelancing gives them the flexibility they need.
With traditional, in-person 9-5 jobs in the rear-view mirror and the gig economy approaching ahead, think about these perks of freelancing as you drive into 2023.
