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Has anyone here ever applied for grad schools in a creative field? I'm wondering if I need to include the production programs I've used over the course of my career. Do I need to tell them I know how to use Pro Tools if I already wrote that I record a live music web series and podcasts?
Normally I include that on my professional resume just so resume crawlers/data scrapers catch that I work in Pro Tools, Premier, Google Analytics, etc. But I'm trying to keep this thing to one page and I think it's way more important to say, "produced so and so many episodes," "directed studio shoots," etc.
Post by potentpotables on Apr 15, 2020 7:12:27 GMT -5
I'm getting a bit interested in looking around for jobs. I saw a job I wanted to apply for but they required three references. I've been at the same job for over 10 years. How do I come up with three references that don't tip off my current employer?
I'm getting a bit interested in looking around for jobs. I saw a job I wanted to apply for but they required three references. I've been at the same job for over 10 years. How do I come up with three references that don't tip off my current employer?
During that 10 years, have any other employees left? Feel like you should have some connections that have moved onward and upward.
So, I'm like a month+ into quarantine and unemployment and I've decided to use this time to gain some extra online certifications to just enhance my resume. I know we have some recruiters and things on here, so I'm looking for any knowledge on which free online certifications (if any) actually make any difference. I've started Google Garage and so far it's nothing I don't already know. I'm bored out of my mind. So should I continue just for that certification, or quite while I'm ahead?
I work in marketing and I'm considering: Google Garage, Google Ads and Facebook Blueprint. Also if anyone knows any Adobe certifications I'd be interested in those too.
My background: I have a bachelors and a masters, with 2 years professional work experience in marketing, and nearly 5 years total experience if you count internships and "volunteer" positions I've held while in uni. I have about 6 years of event experience as well in there. So my resume has a solid foundation (imo), but I'm looking for anything that can help me stand out.
So, I'm like a month+ into quarantine and unemployment and I've decided to use this time to gain some extra online certifications to just enhance my resume. I know we have some recruiters and things on here, so I'm looking for any knowledge on which free online certifications (if any) actually make any difference. I've started Google Garage and so far it's nothing I don't already know. I'm bored out of my mind. So should I continue just for that certification, or quite while I'm ahead?
I work in marketing and I'm considering: Google Garage, Google Ads and Facebook Blueprint. Also if anyone knows any Adobe certifications I'd be interested in those too.
My background: I have a bachelors and a masters, with 2 years professional work experience in marketing, and nearly 5 years total experience if you count internships and "volunteer" positions I've held while in uni. I have about 6 years of event experience as well in there. So my resume has a solid foundation (imo), but I'm looking for anything that can help me stand out.
Well, I finished the Google Garage Certification.. I learned nothing, but now I have it.
Post by actually @fortyfive33 now on Jul 1, 2020 16:01:04 GMT -5
Is it even worth applying to jobs rn? Should I use my marketing experience to apply for account exec jobs? Can I have some help re-writing a board operator cover letter?
I hit a massive depressive spike last night and I was doing so well
Is it even worth applying to jobs rn? Should I use my marketing experience to apply for account exec jobs? Can I have some help re-writing a board operator cover letter?
I hit a massive depressive spike last night and I was doing so well
it's worth applying, the time is going to pass anyway. Just keep your expectations low as far as a response goes.
I'm sorry your emotions are fucking with you. Hang in there.
It certainly doesn't hurt trying to apply for jobs in your specific field, but just be aware that a lot of companies (particularly in office settings) may not be hiring because a lot of people may be returning from furloughs.
Now if you wanted to work for Target, Walgreens, your local grocery store, whatever - a lot of them are hiring. Might not be what you want to do, but it's something.
did you take a prep course? I think if I study with a ton of books I could get a reasonable score
I didn’t really know what I was doing when I decided to apply for law school, and I don’t think I actually did any sort of prep for the LSAT, so I might not have the best advice on that, but I’d say it depends on what kind of test taker you are and how you study best. If I was doing it again, I would just study from books, but some people need something more structured.
I just got turned down for a job for being “too qualified.” I’ve heard that that’s a thing, but have literally never heard someone use that excuse. It’s such a BS excuse and I wish they could just give me the real reason they turned me down.
Why would an employer turn someone down for being “too qualified”? Makes no sense.
Is it even worth applying to jobs rn? Should I use my marketing experience to apply for account exec jobs? Can I have some help re-writing a board operator cover letter?
I hit a massive depressive spike last night and I was doing so well
it's worth applying, the time is going to pass anyway. Just keep your expectations low as far as a response goes.
I'm sorry your emotions are fucking with you. Hang in there.
Agreed. The small biz (50employees) I work for has hired 3-4 FTE since March so it’s not bleak everywhere, although applications have been huge. Certain sectors are obviously more decimated than others and many will never return (big retail, oil / ng) but others are growing and hiring. Recessions are great times to start businesses for potential entrepreneurs as well. A Killer Resume is key.
I just got turned down for a job for being “too qualified.” I’ve heard that that’s a thing, but have literally never heard someone use that excuse. It’s such a BS excuse and I wish they could just give me the real reason they turned me down.
Why would an employer turn someone down for being “too qualified”? Makes no sense.
i'm just guessing, but maybe they think you'll either (a) be unsatisfied with the work because it doesn't challenge you and/or (b) will find a better opportunity in the near future and leave them. after they've spent the time and money to onboard you, train you, etc.
it sucks though, sorry you had to spend your time applying for the job just to get that response.
It is not very often that things line up beyond perfectly, but for once I've been graced with incredible luck. Since learning I was going to be laid off in the middle of June, I've only applied to one job, as an assistant manager at a dispensary opening in Philadelphia in August. Barely even thought about it, and just used an old resume and cover letter template that I had used previously for a similar position. Well I had a phone interview Wednesday, video interview yesterday, and today they offered me the job! This shit basically just fell in my lap! I feel so incredibly lucky. The timing is quite perfect, and between the CARES Act UI benefit and my severance from my previous job, this is putting me in position to pay off a hefty chunk of debt and put me in a truly stable financial position for the first time in my adult life - and there's plenty of growth to be had in the cannabis industry, so this could truly be a career changing opportunity for me. I'm so excited!
My question and a half is - the official job offer packet I received is from an HR Coordinator I've never spoken with. I would like to see if I can negotiate up on their salary offer; should I speak with him or the Talent Acquisition Manager who I initially interviewed with and who actually offered me the job on the phone this morning? Also I should probably negotiate over the phone instead of email, right? Not sure what's most appropriate these days. I've never had to negotiate a salary before, and what they offered me is the number I gave during an interview about what would make me break even in terms of hourly pay in comparison to my last job (this one is salaried so I'll be working a lot more). Probably shouldn't have given a number (and regardless it's still a decent net raise from what I was making before), but considering that the store is going to be in the center of the sixth biggest city in the country and they outright said I was their top candidate, I feel like I have a case to make, and the worst they can do is tell me no. There's no downside to asking for more, right? It's not like they'll rescind their offer. And I need to reach out to them anyway because they didn't include the retirement benefits packet in the email. Any advice in this arena would be greatly appreciated.
It is not very often that things line up beyond perfectly, but for once I've been graced with incredible luck. Since learning I was going to be laid off in the middle of June, I've only applied to one job, as an assistant manager at a dispensary opening in Philadelphia in August. Barely even thought about it, and just used an old resume and cover letter template that I had used previously for a similar position. Well I had a phone interview Wednesday, video interview yesterday, and today they offered me the job! This shit basically just fell in my lap! I feel so incredibly lucky. The timing is quite perfect, and between the CARES Act UI benefit and my severance from my previous job, this is putting me in position to pay off a hefty chunk of debt and put me in a truly stable financial position for the first time in my adult life - and there's plenty of growth to be had in the cannabis industry, so this could truly be a career changing opportunity for me. I'm so excited!
My question and a half is - the official job offer packet I received is from an HR Coordinator I've never spoken with. I would like to see if I can negotiate up on their salary offer; should I speak with him or the Talent Acquisition Manager who I initially interviewed with and who actually offered me the job on the phone this morning? Also I should probably negotiate over the phone instead of email, right? Not sure what's most appropriate these days. I've never had to negotiate a salary before, and what they offered me is the number I gave during an interview about what would make me break even in terms of hourly pay in comparison to my last job (this one is salaried so I'll be working a lot more). Probably shouldn't have given a number (and regardless it's still a decent net raise from what I was making before), but considering that the store is going to be in the center of the sixth biggest city in the country and they outright said I was their top candidate, I feel like I have a case to make, and the worst they can do is tell me no. There's no downside to asking for more, right? It's not like they'll rescind their offer. And I need to reach out to them anyway because they didn't include the retirement benefits packet in the email. Any advice in this arena would be greatly appreciated.
Me:
Ask for what you want bb.
You're correct: there isn't a downside to asking for more, especially if it is a reasonable number (like not asking for 20k above the offer or something). Even if they say "no," you'll probably gain some respect with your assertiveness anyway. Go for it!
Considering you've found the need to respond to my threads as if you are threatened by me I offer you some peace my confused counterpart. May you find peace in your restless soul.
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It is not very often that things line up beyond perfectly, but for once I've been graced with incredible luck. Since learning I was going to be laid off in the middle of June, I've only applied to one job, as an assistant manager at a dispensary opening in Philadelphia in August. Barely even thought about it, and just used an old resume and cover letter template that I had used previously for a similar position. Well I had a phone interview Wednesday, video interview yesterday, and today they offered me the job! This shit basically just fell in my lap! I feel so incredibly lucky. The timing is quite perfect, and between the CARES Act UI benefit and my severance from my previous job, this is putting me in position to pay off a hefty chunk of debt and put me in a truly stable financial position for the first time in my adult life - and there's plenty of growth to be had in the cannabis industry, so this could truly be a career changing opportunity for me. I'm so excited!
My question and a half is - the official job offer packet I received is from an HR Coordinator I've never spoken with. I would like to see if I can negotiate up on their salary offer; should I speak with him or the Talent Acquisition Manager who I initially interviewed with and who actually offered me the job on the phone this morning? Also I should probably negotiate over the phone instead of email, right? Not sure what's most appropriate these days. I've never had to negotiate a salary before, and what they offered me is the number I gave during an interview about what would make me break even in terms of hourly pay in comparison to my last job (this one is salaried so I'll be working a lot more). Probably shouldn't have given a number (and regardless it's still a decent net raise from what I was making before), but considering that the store is going to be in the center of the sixth biggest city in the country and they outright said I was their top candidate, I feel like I have a case to make, and the worst they can do is tell me no. There's no downside to asking for more, right? It's not like they'll rescind their offer. And I need to reach out to them anyway because they didn't include the retirement benefits packet in the email. Any advice in this arena would be greatly appreciated.
Me:
i am super happy for you! feels good to hear some good news!
i don't know a lot about salary negotiations so i can't offer you any advice there.
It is not very often that things line up beyond perfectly, but for once I've been graced with incredible luck. Since learning I was going to be laid off in the middle of June, I've only applied to one job, as an assistant manager at a dispensary opening in Philadelphia in August. Barely even thought about it, and just used an old resume and cover letter template that I had used previously for a similar position. Well I had a phone interview Wednesday, video interview yesterday, and today they offered me the job! This shit basically just fell in my lap! I feel so incredibly lucky. The timing is quite perfect,**and between the CARES Act UI benefit and my severance from my previous job, this is putting me in position to pay off a hefty chunk of debt and put me in a truly stable financial position for the first time in my adult life - and there's plenty of growth to be had in the cannabis industry*, so this could truly be a career changing opportunity for me. I'm so excited!
My question and a half is - the official job offer packet I received is from an HR Coordinator I've never spoken with. I would like to see if I can negotiate up on their salary offer; should I speak with him or the Talent Acquisition Manager who I initially interviewed with and who actually offered me the job on the phone this morning? Also I should probably negotiate over the phone instead of email, right? Not sure what's most appropriate these days. I've never had to negotiate a salary before, and what they offered me is the number I gave during an interview about what would make me break even in terms of hourly pay in comparison to my last job (this one is salaried so I'll be working a lot more). Probably shouldn't have given a number (and regardless it's still a decent net raise from what I was making before), but considering that the store is going to be in the center of the sixth biggest city in the country and they outright said I was their top candidate, I feel like I have a case to make, and the worst they can do is tell me no. There's no downside to asking for more, right? It's not like they'll rescind their offer. And I need to reach out to them anyway because they didn't include the retirement benefits packet in the email. Any advice in this arena would be greatly appreciated.
Me:
Great news and an even better pun*. Plus you get pick of the litter as it was.
If anyone works for a brand or for an agency that has a brand that would be interested in activating at ~30k attendee festivals next year shoot me a PM
How much do certifications matter in the media industry?
How much does Linkedin Learning matter (beyond learning stuff, obviously)?
I'm asking because I have little better to do than go through learning paths and Duolingo right now.
idk if you ever got an answer to this but it depends what the certification is in. I’d it’s something technical then it’ll go far bc it’s a way to show practical knowledge of something. If it’s not technical and just a “theory” type certification then prob not very far other than to show you’ve been exposed to specific areas. But it won’t make you stand out against someone with hands-on experience.
A second language is always good tho. Mandarin is hugely beneficial language to know. Or of course Spanish is good in the US.
I’m anticipating a job offer to come by the end of the week. They asked for my references yesterday and my passport to verify my work rights. So those are pretty sure fire signs that an offer is coming.
It’s with an international arcade/bowling company. They’re a bit of a legacy brand here and not a “typical” industry like retail or banking or something kinda boring (to me). So it still kinda aligns with future work goals for me, which is working in entertainment (which is obviously not happening right now).
Anyways, a TV station has a marketing role they just posted that I’m super qualified for and being TV would keep me closer to the live entertainment industry I want to be in. If I know an offer may be coming, is it poor form to still apply for the TV job?? What if I actually get an interview? Would it make me terrible to still take the interview?
What if I get this job and hate it? For such a fun product the company seems very corporate and stale. Esp after my last job where I was going to opening nights and getting free concert tickets. 😔 I need a job, so I’m not going to turn it down. But I feel like it’s not the right move for me and I’m having real doubts about it. But again, I’ve been unemployed for 4 months now with no unemployment assistance, so I’m really in no position to say no to a job offer.
I’m anticipating a job offer to come by the end of the week. They asked for my references yesterday and my passport to verify my work rights. So those are pretty sure fire signs that an offer is coming.
It’s with an international arcade/bowling company. They’re a bit of a legacy brand here and not a “typical” industry like retail or banking or something kinda boring (to me). So it still kinda aligns with future work goals for me, which is working in entertainment (which is obviously not happening right now).
Anyways, a TV station has a marketing role they just posted that I’m super qualified for and being TV would keep me closer to the live entertainment industry I want to be in. If I know an offer may be coming, is it poor form to still apply for the TV job?? What if I actually get an interview? Would it make me terrible to still take the interview?
What if I get this job and hate it? For such a fun product the company seems very corporate and stale. Esp after my last job where I was going to opening nights and getting free concert tickets. 😔 I need a job, so I’m not going to turn it down. But I feel like it’s not the right move for me and I’m having real doubts about it. But again, I’ve been unemployed for 4 months now with no unemployment assistance, so I’m really in no position to say no to a job offer.
Ugh.
I'd say it doesn't hurt to apply to the other position, especially if it seems more of interest. Hopefully if they're interested they would contact you ASAP.
