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| posted: November 26,2012 10:33 AM -- submitted by: Molly | |
| Q21: | I graduated with a degree in Broadcasting a few years ago and decided to change industries from TV/Film production to P.R.. I didn't take any business classes in college, aside from Marketing 101, Macro and Microeconomics as a freshman, and I've done several broadcasting internships. How do you recommend I go about making myself a more appealing candidate for a career within a P.R. Agency? I would like to avoid another unpaid internship, how else can I educate myself? Thank you. |
| A21: | Molly, Public relations is a career field with many possibilities and specialty areas. Do you have a clear idea of what aspect of public relations is most aligned with your skills and your interests? Doing some exploring into the field of public relations and understanding what we do might be a good way for you to begin to understand the best opportunity for you. The APR study guide, available on the PRSA website, would be a good document for you to read. Also, attend some PRSA chapter meetings in your community and talk with members. Meet people and later follow up by requesting informational interviews. You will get to know more about our profession and understand where your abilities fit and you will have the beginning of a PR network which is the most likely source of your first public relations job. Good luck. Margaret Ann Hennen, APR, Fellow PRSA expert response from: Margaret Ann Hennen, APR, Fellow PRSA |
| posted: November 17,2012 05:10 PM -- submitted by: Jacob | |
| Q22: | Hi, My name is Jacob, and I'm doing a college research project on Public Relations jobs in nonprofit organizations. I was interested in knowing how public relations is conducted in nonprofits, how often do nonprofits hire public relations professionals? Also I was looking for information regarding what types of duties PR people have within nonprofits, what are typical salaries, and what are job turnover rates for PR people within nonprofits? any information would be helpful, thank you! |
| A22: | Jacob-- Yes, non-profit organizations (which include government and military organizations) have public relations people. In these organizations, the PR function often is called "public information" or "public affairs." In most cases the work they do is quite similar to the work of PR people in for-profit organizations. Their "products" are the organization itself and its services. Salaries for communicators in nonprofits may be somewhat lower than in for-profits, but the size of the organization and the geographic location affect salary levels more than whether the organization is non- or for-profit. Salaries for communicators in non-profit organizations is covered in this website: http://www.ehow.com/info_8710389_salary-communications-manager-nonprofit.html You will find a wealth of additional information at these sites: http://etd.lib.umt.edu/theses/available/etd-06062007-224613/unrestricted/Gale,Megan.pdf http://www.prsa.org/Network/Communities/AssociationNonprofit/Learning/index.html http://prnewpros.prsa.org/?p=479 http://nonprofitmarketingguide.com/freemembers/2012NonprofitCommunicationsTrendsReport.pdf Hope this helps! Remember that information on websites is copyrighted by the individual or organization creating the information, so if you copy/paste information, be sure to put quotation marks around the direct quotes, and provide information on the source. expert response from: Jim Haynes, APR, Fellow PRSA |
| posted: November 7,2012 03:46 PM -- submitted by: Anitta Thajudheen Jia | |
| Q23: | Hello! My name is Anitta and I am a high school student. I am an indian and am planning to choose a subject for my further studies. I have a keen interest in Fashion Designing but my parents aaren't thoroughly satisfied with that. I am not that great at math but can manage well with science and Literature. I wanted to know about the job oppurtunities that FD can provide me with and recrutment procedures in colleges. If not FD, I would also like to know different career options that I can go for. |
| A23: | Anitta-- The "Ask the Experts" site is intended to provide information to people interested in public relations. We are not prepared to provide information on fashion design careers. expert response from: Jim Haynes, APR, Fellow PRSA |
| posted: October 23,2012 11:30 AM -- submitted by: Emmanuelle | |
| Q24: | Hi, my name is Emmanuelle and I am french. I really want to work in the US, I will have my master degree in English/Education but as I changed my mind, I would like to work in the Communication/Journalism field. I am looking for an internship or a training in this field. I am a bit lost and I know the fact that I speak several languages could be an asset. Thank you |
| A24: | I agree speaking multiple languages is an asset. Are you receiving the PRSA daily mailings about job openings? Often internships are included in the listings. You can also connect with people through your local PRSA chapter to meet people and request informational interviews. By talking with PR professionals, you will gain an understanding of what we do and how we work with our clients and within our organizations. Good luck. Margaret Ann Hennen, APR, Fellow PRSA expert response from: Margaret Ann Hennen, APR, Fellow PRSA |
| posted: October 23,2012 11:27 AM -- submitted by: Joel Derbyshire | |
| Q25: | I am a British marketing communication professional with a wide range of experience; see: http://pinterest.com/joelderbyshire/curriculum-vitae-sector-issue-experience/ I fancy a new challenge in the USA but am not really sure where to start in terms of applying for roles. I also don’t know how easy it is to get a work VISA. (I also have a spouse and young son so we need resident VISAs for them too.) I’d welcome any advice! |
| A25: | Your question is a bit outside my experience. I have worked for American companies with worldwide presence and I know that they have HR people who work directly with work permits for people they hire. I think you need to focus on the position and getting hired and let them help you with the official work status. Are you receiving PRSA's daily emails on openings? Have you connected with any search firms who specialize in your industry of preference? That's where I'd start. Good luck. expert response from: Margaret Ann Hennen, APR, Fellow PRSA |
| posted: October 10,2012 05:48 PM -- submitted by: Mike Sanchez | |
| Q26: | I am a junior in college and am frightened by the fact that I will graduate in two years. I already have several internships under my belt and experience in different aspects of Public Relations but always worry that I am not doing enough. Is there a way that I can upload my resume and have someone critique me on what I need to build on during my next 3 semesters? Thank you |
| A26: | Mike, Sounds like you are doing many things right already. Are you a member of PRSSA? If not, that's another good way to network and learn more about the practice of public relations. PRSA has a mentor program conducted though the College of Fellows. Mentor will look at your resume and have more in-depth conversations with you. Margaret Ann Hennen, APR, Fellow PRSA expert response from: Margaret Ann Hennen, APR, Fellow PRSA |
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