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Expert advice...
Joe Grimm
Ask the Recruiter
Poynter Institute
Ernest Sotomayor
Career Services Dean
Columbia University
School of Journalism
FEATURED ARTICLE:
Networking is key in j-job search

"Like virtually every other industry, many jobs in journalism aren't officially advertised ... That's why it's crucial for job hunters to network." This article offers tips. Some strategies may seem unorthodox, but they work.
10 tips for a successful media internship

Tip #5: Get organized ... Keep track of all your duties, assignments and due dates. Create a "To Do" list for the current day along with a calendar for later or longer-term assignments.
How to find and apply for media jobs

Whom to call, what to ask & how to get your foot in the door at a media outlet. This article also addresses whether to snail mail or e-mail your application.
How to break in to photojournalism

An award-winning pro says, "Everyone entering the field must understand they must be better than established pros at everything ... They must capture stories the world has never seen, or be able to tell old stories better than anyone ever has."
Should you attend journalism school?

"Be sure to find a program that's strong in new media/multimedia journalism. Many journalism students are woefully prepared for the real world because their programs are not teaching them the latest skills they need."
Media job interview tips

"If you want to separate yourself from other applicants, come equipped with story ideas. The more you have and the more developed they are, the better..."
7 ways to get bylines

When applying for reporting jobs, most editors want to see four to six - and sometimes many more - samples of your work. Here are some strategies for getting bylines...
Journalism internships: FAQs and myths

Why do some media companies only allow you to intern for college credit? Is is true that the best internships are paid? This article dispels myths and answers frequently-asked-questions.
Randy Hagihara
Recruitment Editor
Los Angeles Times
Joe Hight
Managing Editor
The Oklahoman
Mark Glaser
Executive Editor
PBS MediaShift
Stu Shinske
Executive Editor
Poughkeepsie Journal
Dana Eagles
Staff Devp. Editor
Orlando Sentinel
Rachel Richardson
Reporter
Cincinnati Enquirer
L. Anne Lewell
Metro Team Leader
& Intern Director
Arizona Daily Star
Robert Niles
Editor
Online Journalism Review
Sree Sreenivasan
New Media Professor
Columbia University
School of Journalism
Steve Buttry
Executive Editor
Cedar Rapids Gazette