Careers in Media and Film: The Essential Guide [Paperback]

A virtual career coach, this practical handbook offers encouragement, advice, information, and case studies to help students make the most of the opportunities in this very competitive career world. The book can be used as a textual support for careers modules and PDP (Personal Development Planning), graduate workshops, on-line courses and as a departmental or careers library resource. Equally, it works effectively as a self-help guide to enable individuals to focus on their career and life development.A virtual career coach, this practical handbook offers encouragement, advice, information, and case studies to help students make the most of the opportunities in this very competitive career world. The book can be used as a textual support for careers modules and PDP (Personal Development Planning), graduate workshops, on-line courses and as a departmental or careers library resource. Equally, it works effectively as a self-help guide to enable individuals to focus on their career and life development.Great resource, especially for prospective university students who are deciding on what course to choose.A good thought-provoking book for anyone needing guidance in a career in media and film.PART ONE: PREPARING FOR THE JOURNEY: ADVICE AND INFORMATION TO GET YOU STARTED
Prospects in the Industry
Employment and Employers
Your Employability
Networking, Promoting Yourself and Negotiation
Work Experience
The Key To Success
Applications
First Steps
Applications
Next Steps
PART TWO: ROAD TO THE REAL WORLD: INSIDERS' ADVICE ON CAREERS IN THE MEDIA
Film Making
Television
Radio
Newspaper Journalism
Magazine Journalism
Publishing
Media Librarianship
Multimedia