How to Get Your First Job in Television?

Download or read book How to Get Your First Job in Television? written by Shu Richmond and published by . This book was released on 2012-07-12 with total page 134 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A comprehensive and practical guide to finding work and selling yourself effectively for an entry-level job in television production. Written by an award-winning executive producer of many years experience in the UK, it tells it how it really is in the TV business and how to make the most of modern technology to develop your media skills.In a competitive job market applicants for work in the media need to use every trick in the book to get ahead. The 25,000 word guide is packed with practical techniques on selling yourself, finding the available jobs, gaining work experience and includes many links to invaluable online resources. It includes detailed advice on writing an effective CV along with real-life examples; how to compose a strong covering letter; what to expect at interview and advice from a range of experienced and respected media professionals.There is also important advice on avoiding exploitation in the work experience market; the importance of networking; what to study for a career in TV and advice on developing suitable skills. From the reality of a TV runner's job to how to deal with periods of unemployment, it covers all areas of interest to anyone trying to get that first job in TV.