Prep for #GradyCareerDay
Wednesday, February 8 | 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
See below for updated information since the last email!
Journalism and Mass Communication Career Day 2017
The Journalism and Mass Communication Career Day will be on Wednesday, Feb. 8 this year. This day-long event connects companies and organizations with students seeking careers in digital, print and broadcast journalism, creative mass media, media sales, advertising and public relations. Internships and full-time positions will be available.
As the event draws closer, the Career Center will provide a list of which employers are attending and which companies are sponsoring the event, and will update the schedule of events so you feel ready to put your best foot forward with employers. Registration for the networking breakfast and luncheon will begin in mid-January, so be on the lookout for more info in your email.
All majors and pre-Grady students are encouraged to attend. It's never too early to start building your network!
Follow us on Twitter (@UGAGradyCareers) and follow #GradyCareerDay. Also be sure to keep checking your email! Important updates will be going out leading up to the career fair!
4 WAYS TO PREPARE FOR #GRADYCAREERDAY OVER THE BREAK
- Mark your calendar for prep events.
- Plan what to wear.
- Update your resume.
- Practice your introduction.
1. Mark your calendar for prep events.
From LinkedIn to WordPress: Creating Digital Portfolios
5:30-6:30 p.m.
MLC 250
Come to this workshop if you'd like more information on creating a digital portfolio to showcase work you've done and help make yourself more competitive in the job and internship search!
We'll discuss information and sections that should be included in a digital portfolio, the differences between popular platforms and how to include your portfolio link on your job/internship search materials to ensure views.
This event will count toward the Arch Ready Certificate for Spring 2018.
General Resume Critique Days
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Tate Grand Hall
Drop by the Tate Student Center (Grand Hall, 5th Floor) to receive a 10-minute critique of your resume by a Career Center staff member. Please bring a printed copy of your resume.
Grady College Resume Critique Days
Tuesday, Feb. 7
12-4 p.m.
Peyton Anderson Forum
Resumes are an important professional tool, so get yours prepared for the Journalism and Mass Communication Career Day happening on Wednesday, Feb. 8.
All Grady and pre-Grady students are welcome to drop in for a 10-15-minute resume critique, conveniently located in the Journalism Building on the two days leading up to Career Day. Please bring a printed copy of your resume.
Journalism and Mass Communication Career Day Prep Workshop
5-7:30 p.m.
MLC 213
Attend this workshop prior to the Journalism and Mass Communication Career Day if you plan on attending the event!
We'll cover how to do employer research on who is attending the career fair portion of the event; how to approach employers and network with them, including follow-up; how to pitch yourself to employers at the career fair; and what is appropriate to wear for the event.
This event will count toward the Arch Ready Certificate for Spring 2018.
2. Plan what to wear.
Also be sure to check out the Career Center blog post about dressing professionally on a college budget.
3. Update your resume.
4. Practice your introduction
Check out our resources on www.career.uga.edu for help with resumes, career fair preparation, job searching & more.
How the Career Center Can Help You:
- Resume, Cover Letter & Portfolio Critiques
- Interviewing & Mock Interviews
- Major & Career Exploration
- Internship & Job Searching
- Networking & Making Connections
- Graduate Schools
- Salary & Negotiation
- Professional Etiquette & Communication
Email: sam610@uga.edu
Website: career.uga.edu
Location: 2nd Floor Clark Howell Hall
Phone: 706-542-3375
Facebook: facebook.com/ugacareercenter
Twitter: @ugagradycareers