r Diaries. . .
Graduated: 2006 new talent, I still
University: Wolverhampton have to show
Courses: Media and Communication that I have the
Studies commitment,
initiative and
This month I have been applying for as many qualities for
media jobs that have taken my interest, the job.
including posts such as Trainee Broadcast
Journalist and as an Assistant. I have found
that by
During my investigation into the application ringing
process I have found that the Media industry companies
is very competitive. I have learnt that quite
companies are inundated with applications, frequently,
meaning that I have to try harder to grab their some have
attention and I’ve been thinking about what I asked me
Jo
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could do to stand out from the crowd. to attend
an
I found that a lot of companies are looking for interview, though I’m
hands on experience. Recruiters are pressed unsure if that was to stop me, the
for time and can not call every applicant back. annoying graduate, from phoning again!
It seems that it’s all very well my gaining a
good degree but my lack of relevant work However, this method has resulted in 2
experience has meant that often my CV hasn’t months work experience at a major radio
even made it past the receptionist! station. I worked long, demanding hours on a
voluntary basis, in order to gain invaluable
I have asked myself how I can get someone to experience. If repeatedly doing this is the only
help me by giving me the chance to gain work way to fulfil my need for work experience, then
experience. Whilst companies are looking for so be it.
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