Posts tagged: career services

Audio Production

Notes from the Field: First Job

April 26, 2010 I graduated from the Audio production program this past fall 2009. Since graduation I have had a few short term projects where I have been able to use the skills I obtained through training at CDIA. I have been conducting a job search in addition to networking with organizations and people that could be in a position to assist me.  I also worked with the Career Services department at CDIA. Throug Read On...

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Using Social Media Marketing to Promote Your Business

March 19, 2010 It certainly pays to be visible online - in a positive way. It goes without saying that if people can't find you, you are missing out - on potential new business, collaborations, requests, partnerships, etc. Hopping on the social media bandwagon means increased exposure, expanding your audience and consumer base, and mushrooming your business through resources that are free -- the only cost is your time. In this article, I'll share some ideas to Read On...

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Interviewing 101: What are your strengths?

January 4, 2010 I have found that the majority of creative students and alums I work with are, well, too humble – i.e., they don’t give themselves enough credit for what they KNOW and what they do WELL and all of the challenging situations they’ve overcome and ACHIEVEMENTS they’ve had both at CDIA and in the workplace. Often, people are not comfortable talking about themselves because they may feel they’re boasting or tooting their Read On...

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All I want for Christmas is . . . A JOB!

December 15, 2009 Many think holiday time is the worst time to find or change jobs – au contraire, my friend – it IS indeed possible to make some progress on your job search or to land a job for the new year. Understandably, there are a lot of extra activities this time of year – from parties to shopping to shoveling – and most people who are job hunting currently will say, “Wow, that job looks perfect, but I’m just too busy rig Read On...

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Holiday Time is Great for Networking

December 3, 2009 No kidding – it’s true! Not only do parties and networking events abound in December, but holiday happenings are typically more well-attended and have a more festive (and therefore, more open, easier-to-mingle) atmosphere. Plus, at the company Christmas party, you never know if your significant other works with someone’s spouse that heads up the design department at that great company that’s on your target list! Mingle, sh Read On...