Product Description
The Careers Uncovered series takes a modern and realistic look at a range of professional careers. It is an ideal resource for anyone expressing an interest in the areas covered and who is in the early stages of planning a career in that area. Each title gives the hard facts, e.g. potential salary and working conditions, as well as guidance and practical advice on a range of issues. As a result, individuals will be able to discover which path is really for them and take the first step towards a fulfilling career. Each title in the series: is realistic in its explanation of each profession, uses case studies to show what can be expected, contains thought-provoking and revealing facts, offers advice on how to get into each industry from those who have already succeeded, outlines the wide range of roles available from entry to more senior level, provides information on the skills and qualities needed, training, work experience, qualifications and job opportunities and includes a list of resources and key contact to aid further research.
From the Back Cover
Digital technology has had a huge influence on the world of journalism. While it has created many new and exciting job roles it has also had a significant impact upon the sales of newspapers. People looking to get into this job sector now need to have a good knowledge of the digital and interactive formats used by the Press as well as having the more traditional researching and reporting skills.
Journalists have the satisfaction of providing information to the general public, whether it is news stories or celebrity gossip. They need to be able to tell a compelling story and display a multitude of skills and personal qualities.
Journalism Uncovered gives a clear and honest outline of the job and the training involved. It also offers:
- A history of the British Press
- A breakdown of day-to-day work involved in a range of departments
- Advice from professionals
- Information on training and resources
Careers Uncovered guides reveal what it's really like to work in a particular area, containing unusual and thought-provoking facts about the profession you are interested in. Written in a lively and accessible style, Careers Uncovered guides explore the highs and lows in a career, along with the job opportunities and skills and qualities you will need to help you make your way forward.
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