TIPS ON FINDING A JOB IN

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TIPS ON FINDING A JOB IN

• MAGAZINES

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TIPS ON FINDING A JOB IN MAGAZINES

• Competition for jobs in magazines is very tough,
  especially during a soft economy, but
  opportunities do exist.
• It is important that you display a PASSION for
• Magazines in general
• The field of specialization for any magazine
  that you are considering (e.g., travel, fashion
  or automotive)
• The magazine itself
• Research the magazine and its competitors to gain
  a better understanding of the magazine and the
  category in which it competes.
• Set up informal informational interviews for
  added perspective before scheduling a formal
  interview.
• Be pleasant and persistent. It will keep your
  name top-of-mind. Call early to increase your
  chances of speaking directly to the key person.
  Call before 9 or after 5. Often they will pick up
  the phone themselves.
• If you cannot gain access to people at the
  magazine, think creatively to learn about the
  magazine, e.g., talk to retailers who sell
  products covered in the magazine, readers of the
  magazine, etc.
• Your resume should list your accomplishments in a
  clear and concise manner.
• A Stand Out Letter helps to distinguish yourself
  and your goals.
• Triple check your submission to insure no errors
  or typos check the magazine masthead to confirm
  the spelling of the magazine staff and titles.

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SPECIFIC TIPS FOR THOSE SEEKING JOBS IN MAGAZINE
EDITORIAL

• The major you declare is not critical. However, a
  Liberal Arts degree, which helps develop critical
  thinking or degrees that involve writing are
  preferred.
• Showcase experience and interest in the field,
  such as related internships, participation in a
  school paper or yearbook, proof of your being
  published (more on this below), and relevant
  courses.
• Submit a limited amount of your best writing
  samples or clips (4-5 samples at most).
• Rather than sending your resume to Personnel,
  contact the magazine staff directly by writing to
  senior levels below the top job.
• Address your correspondence to the Magazine
  Section Editor (e.g., the Travel Editor, if
  Travel interests you) or Managing Editor vs.
  the Editor -in- Chief.

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SPECIFIC TIPS FOR THOSE SEEKING BUSINESS
POSITIONS IN PUBLISHING

• The major you declare is not critical. A Liberal
  Arts degree is valued for its role in developing
  critical thinking. In addition, evidence of the
  following skills are a plus
• Competency in handling numbers
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in
  writing
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to think on your feet
• These skills can be demonstrated through your
  courses and experience and may be probed in your
  interview.
• Some areas accept college students for entry
  level positions some do not. Use informational
  interviews to determine requirements for your
  position.
• Example Entry level Advertising Sales positions
  for large consumer magazines may require prior
  related work experience such as sales experience
  (especially at another magazine, including trade
  magazines) or as a Media Planner or Buyer at an
  advertising agency
• Rather than sending your resume to Personnel
  contact the magazine staff directly by writing to
  senior people in your area of interest such as
• The Advertising Director for Advertising
• Consumer Marketing Director for Circulation
• Marketing Director for Marketing