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Job opening — Senior manager, marketing media

Posted on July 7, 2013 by John N. Frank

DeVry University is hiring in the Chicago area, here’s the job description. I definitely sense a bit of a pick-up in the market of late:

Senior Manager of Digital and Offline Media will be responsible for creating, leading and managing the offline and digital media strategy and plans for DeVry University and Keller Graduate School of Management. This position will set the strategy and direction for all paid digital and offline media efforts to include TV, Display, Broadband, mobile and Social Acquisition. This position will report to the Senior Director of Inquiry Optimization and Strategic planning.

HELP WANTED

Manages external media agency supporting offline and digital media buys
Responsible for maximizing return on investment from advertising budgets allocated to Paid Digital and Offline Media to support New Student Acquistion
Responsible for developing paid media plans that will increase web site traffic, leads/inquiries and new students
Provide vision for DeVry and Keller’s digital and offline marketing media efforts while also establishing clear objectives and KPI’s
Develop digital media strategy and marketing plan to support and deliver against the DeVry and Keller brand and business objectives
Effectively manage agency resources, minimizing costs (both in fee and paid media) while maximizing results
Guide day-to-day execution for marketing programs across DeVry and Keller online and offline marketing media activities
Lead offline TV media placements, online ad placements, mobile placements and social acquisition efforts; includes management of external media agency
Develop and set the test and learn agenda for digital display. Continue reading →

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Job Opening — Managing Editor, Chicago

Posted on July 6, 2013 by John N. Frank

I’m just catching up on all the recent openings I’ve been seeing, so expect more of these this week. This is a former employer of mine:

The American Marketing Association has an opportunity for a managing editor to join the publishing team, helping to guide the production of the flagship magazine, Marketing News, as well as two quarterly magazines and a portfolio of e-newsletters.

We’re looking for a skilled managing editor with a background in magazine production, a demonstrated mastery of AP style, grammar and punctuation; proven editing skills; and a feel for the English language. We need someone with an eye for detail, a firm grasp on business reporting skills, and proven familiarity with digital tools including content management systems, Adobe Creative Suite, podcasts and blogs.

January is job hunting season.

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Unpaid Intern: maybe not as free as companies once hoped

Posted on July 3, 2013 by John N. Frank

Workers’ rights, such things as health insurance, retirement accounts, paid time off, are fading into the past in today’s difficult job market. So I was happy to see at least one corporate attempt to get something for nothing threatened recently.

A court has ruled against the use of unpaid interns. Such positions are the norm in the media business where I spent most of my career. I always argued for paying interns when I was in middle management but those arguments often were ignored by senior managers who couldn’t pass up the something for nothing option.
Now companies may have to pay up for all those free hours.

Using students as unpaid interns is under challenge.

“A judge’s ruling on June 11 that Fox Searchlight violated minimum wage laws by not paying interns is likely to embolden other potential plaintiffs. They had been gathering anyway, filing new lawsuits against Conde Nast on June 14 and Gawker Media on June 21, alleging that each company had violated laws by failing to pay minimum wage,” reports Ad Age. Continue reading →

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The Internship: a movie where art imitates life, and gets scary

Posted on July 2, 2013 by John N. Frank

The Internship, this summer’s movie that reunites comic partners Vince Vaughn and Owen Wilson (see Wedding Crashers) is billed as a comedy and can be quite funny. But it also struck me as art imitating life, to a frighteningly realistic degree when it comes to job hunting.

A movie where art imitates life.

The main characters are salesman put out of work by technology (sound familiar) who try to reinvent themselves as Google interns. I’m assuming Google cooperated with the film, given the prominence of its name throughout. I can only wonder why though. Continue reading →

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Guest post: Kent student, Jennifer Ahrens – Getting the most out of careers fairs

Posted on July 1, 2013 by John N. Frank

A worthwhile post about getting the most from career fairs. I’ll be blogging myself later this holiday-shortened week, watch for my latest posts.
John N. Frank

Kent Employability Blog

Jennifer Ahrens is doing an MSc at Kent, and has been applying for graduate schemes. She will be sharing her experiences with us in a series of blog posts.

Getting the most out of career fairs

When I was looking for graduate positions, I attended three different career fairs. My experiences there were very varied, but one thing they all had in common: I felt that the most important thing was to come prepared! Otherwise, conversations can quickly turn awkward, and you don’t leave the best impression when approaching a firm and asking “So, what does your company do?”.

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One resume is enough, even in today’s specialized job market

Posted on June 28, 2013 by John N. Frank

I’ve advocated creating different resumes for different types of jobs you may be seeking. So I was surprised to read a different view, namely that one resume fits all situations.

The piece, which appears on The Ladders.com, does make some interesting arguments to back it’s case, however.

The most compelling one is that the top third of your resume really should sum up all your skills and accomplishments. If someone ripped it off from the rest of the page, it should stand alone and sell you. I completely agree with that.

How many resumes do you have?

“The top 1/3 of your resume should be a professional summary that expresses quickly and succinctly what you’re looking to do next by showcasing the abilities that will get you there,” writes Marc Cenedella. Continue reading →

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Old ways can still get the job done

Posted on June 27, 2013 by John N. Frank

Found this very insightful and have started following this blog…

Gayle's gap year

I ran into an old sub-editor colleague the other day and naturally the conversation turned immediately to how we were faring on the job front.

During the course of the conversation I mentioned how a couple of journalists we both knew had picked up some subbing shifts at various publications.

The reaction was interesting. “How did they do it? How? They’re so lucky.”

Well – yes and no. They are lucky in that they applied for a position just at the time the publications needed someone but they were also being very proactive about applying. And both of them did what it seems very few are doing these days – they picked up the phone and spoke to someone about work opportunities.

Being proactive about job hunting does not just mean logging onto online job sites and sending applications off to a place where you’re not sure they’re going to…

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Know somebody at a potential employer– keep it to yourself

Posted on June 26, 2013 by John N. Frank

You know someone at a perspective employer so you plan to talk up that connection during your first interview with the human resources folks there right? Not exactly, says a piece I read recently on TheLadders.com, a site I recommend for all job searchers.

Name dropping can make you seem smug and can irritate an HR person who might feel you’re belittling their role by mentioning your contact, writes Andrew Klappholz on TheLadders.com.

Know someone at a prospective employer? Don’t trumpet it to HR.

Better to focus on your sills and answer the HR person’s questions. If you happen to see your contact in the hall while there and that person says hello, it’s perfectly fine to acknowledge that and comment on the relationship if asked. But don’t play Mr. or Ms. Insider. Continue reading →

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Guest Post: What to consider if enrolling in an online course

Posted on June 20, 2013 by John N. Frank

When it comes to enrolling in a new education or training course, it is never easy making a choice.

It might be your first step into the job market or you might be looking to pursue a new career. So it is important to enroll in a course that provides you with the right skills and has the learning options to meet your requirements.

Everyone has different needs to balance, such as family, work, social and religious commitments. And every course will be different. This makes choosing an online course a really flexible option.

Wondering about online courses? Do your homework.

Before you enroll, you might want to consider whether online fits with your learning style. The most important thing to consider is your access to a computer. Online courses make use of technology so you will need to think about your computer skills, your level of familiarity with the Internet, email and navigating new software. Are you comfortable with using social media, editing documents and sharing files? Continue reading →

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Job Opening — Copy Editor, Arkansas

Posted on June 18, 2013 by John N. Frank

Another journalism opening via a listserv, good luck and always be job hunting:

The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette in Little Rock, the 25th-largest daily newspaper in the U.S., is looking for an entry-level news copy editor. Our newsroom puts emphasis on copy editing and headline-writing, affording its editors the opportunity to hone their skills in both.

HELP WANTED

The successful candidate for this position, which is on our night copy desk, should have a bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field, and at least one year of daily newspaper experience, which can include internships. This position requires knowledge of grammar, punctuation, Associated Press style and libel law.

Any applicant called in for an interview should expect to take and pass a copy-editing test. Applicants also are required to take a drug test.

Competitive salary is based on experience. Resumes, including a list of job references and examples of headlines and editing, should be directed to: Sandra Tyler, news editor, Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, P.O. Box 2221, Little Rock, AR 72203 or styler@arkansasonline.com. Phone: (501) 378-3886.