COME LEARN ABOUT CAREERS IN THE ENTERTAINMENT INDUSTRY!

Interested in pursuing a career in Entertainment, Media, or Sports?Want to learn what opportunities exist, how connections are made, and what it takes to succeed in these exciting industries?Come meet, and mingle, and listen to Nelson Gayton, Executive Director of UCLA Anderson School of Management’s Entertainment and Media Management Institute, guide you to where these industries are currently growing and still in you the knowledge of knowing what to do in order to pursue your dreams.For more information and to Register http://emmiattemple.eventbrite.com/

DATE: Tuesday, October 13^th, 2009
4:30-7:30pm
Alter Hall 1^st Floor Student Lounge
“The EGG”

Information:  

1.5 Hr. Presentation and Q & A 

1.5 Hr. of Networking with Nelson and his colleagues

Free pizza and refreshments during networking time period

Nelson’s Experiences:

• Sony Pictures Entertainment 
• Crayon Venture Partners - Partner
• Microtime Media - Founded UK Ad Agency - Video Game Brand Integration
• Various Non-Profit Ventures
• Wharton School of Business - Professor and Director of Media and Entertainment 
• UCLA - Professor - Entrepreneurship and Innovation in Media
• Many other senior level entertainment, entrepreneurship, marketing positions (see attached Bio)

J&J will be on campus next week interviewing Fox School students for 4 of their programs!  Here is a great video detailing some of the things their recruiters look for on an interview.  This is an easy way to do your research and preparation prior to the interviews!

Finding a Job: It’s a Lot Like Dating

by Brad Karsh: President and Founder, JobBound

Although the task of finding a job may seem too tough to tackle, it’s really quite simple when you compare it to one of your favorite pastimes: dating.

Just like burping out the alphabet or talking to your ex at the dinner table are sure-fire ways to blow a date, there are some things you just don’t want to do when trying to find a job. I found that if you apply these dating guidelines to the job search, you’re sure to find a dream job that’s a perfect fit for you.

1. Don’t be afraid of rejection.
   It’s going to happen. You have to kiss a lot of frogs to find a prince/princess. Just like dates, there will be some companies that just aren’t that into you. Don’t get discouraged; the right one is sure to come along. Rejection is just part of the game.
2. Don’t use the same old line.
   “Do you have a map? Because I am getting lost in your eyes.” It’s been done before! Just like a good pick-up line, a cover letter should leave the recruiting director begging to know more. No one is going to read a four paragraph version of your resume. For your cover letter, short, catchy, and non-cheesy is the best way to go.
3. Don’t tell them what you think they want to hear.
   Just like a smart date, recruiting directors can see through your answers that are too good to be true. Your date won’t buy the fact that for fun you save baby whales from haphazard environments, just like the recruiting director won’t buy the fact that being a perfectionist is your worst “weakness.”
4. Don’t be a stalker.
   There is a fine line between being persistent and being a stalker. If the recruiting director hasn’t gotten back to you, don’t call every 5 minutes and then hang up. They probably have caller ID, and they’re officially scared of you. After calling once, leave them a message telling them how to reach you.
5. Don’t always listen to your mom.
   Just because your mom says the blue sweater makes you look handsome, doesn’t mean you should wear it on your first date. When it comes to resumes and interviews, your parents mean well, but they don’t always give you the best advice.  However, as a student, you have access to an amazing resource - the Career Center! From helping you find jobs and internships to assisting you with resume writing and interviewing skills, your Career Center is an amazing resource.

If you keep these tips in mind, the job search won’t be half as grueling.  Graduation will be here before you know it, and you want to make sure you’re ready when the right company comes along.

Find the original article HERE

Begin with the end in mind I was told, but I didn’t realize the meaning of it until the end of my time there. What it meant to me was simple, imagine what the results of your actions will be and that be your motivation to get things done.

There were times when I needed to contact someone to get things done but was hesitant because talking to someone new that you depend can be a hassle. You’ve probably had your own moments when you needed to contact someone but you’d put it off until later because its so easy to procrastinate when your uncomfortable. Well part of what I learned was to be comfortable with being uncomfortable. Anytime you are pulled out of your comfort zone you face a great opportunity for development. I went from receiving assignments and being timid to make the call to someone, to running out of my seat and personally talking to someone if I could. I started to see that imagining what the results of my task would be was a big part of curing the discomfort I felt. So I knew that if I just executed my task and didn’t waste time, then it would all be over.

This thinking is useful in many situations in life. Begin with the end in mind and get used to being uncomfortable because in life you’ll face many situations where you’ll be uncomfortable. I continue to use that mindset everyday.

Why Your Resume Gets Tossed

Sara Goldsmith, WetFeet.com, Yahoo! HotJobs

The average recruiter sees 5,000 resumes a year. Any legitimate reason she finds to make one disappear makes her life that much easier — and yours that much harder. Here, top-level recruiters reveal how candidates blow their chances to get a foot in the door.Numbers Don’t Add Up

If accomplishments can be quantified, do it — but use discretion. Brandishing borderline performance numbers signals a lack of experience and bad judgment. “Phrases like ‘managed a budget of $500,000′ or ‘led a team of two’ might catch my eye in a bad way,” warns Olaf Weckesser, a former recruiter for McKinsey & Co. Better to spin it as “managed company’s largest budget.”

Adds Alexandra DeMarino, a Citigroup recruiter: “If a small number is impressive, you absolutely have to put it in context.” Because you can’t provide context for academic numbers, don’t include GMAT scores below 650 if you’re targeting a top firm. DeMarino suggests bragging about nothing less than a 3.7 GPA.

Formality Takes a Vacation

Don’t succumb to the informality of email. “If you send a cover letter by email that starts with ‘Hi,’ it and your resume will probably end up in the trash,” says Cynthia Shore, an assistant dean at the University at Buffalo School of Management and former director of its career-resource center. Treat an email as you would a proper letter: Instead of “Hi,” write “Dear Mr. Case.” Instead of “Thanks,” conclude with “Sincerely.”

Keywords Are Overused

It’s true that recruiters sometimes use scanners to sort through resumes looking for certain keywords. But resumes appear contrived when candidates consciously try to include them. Describing a business-development position using such terms as “needs assessment” and “contract analysis” in order to squeeze in more keywords is a misguided strategy. Assume that a human being — not a computer — will be reading the resume. After all, these days fewer than 25 percent of all recruiters even use scanners.

Things Get Too Personal

“If you mention your age, we have to trash your resume,” says Jeremy Eskenazi, vice president of talent acquisition at Idealab!, the California incubator firm. Since it’s illegal for a company to solicit a candidate’s age, race, or marital status during the hiring process, firms have adopted a “don’t tell” policy to avoid potential bias suits. Many won’t risk even having it handed to them.

It Looks Too Fancy

“A recruiter who receives resumes in pretty plastic folders will likely toss them,” says Dave Opton, CEO and founder of ExecuNet, an online executive recruiting service. “I don’t have time to take the damn things apart.” Another faux pas: Folding a resume so that it fits into a standard business envelope. Heavy-stock paper that retains its crease can be a nuisance. Says Opton: “They’re easier to store and photocopy if they’re flat.”

Also, don’t try to differentiate your resume with boxes or ornate lettering. When recruiters see a resume that’s designed differently, they think the person’s trying to hide something. Instead, focus on content. Your resume will rise to the top of the pile.

Want more? Visit CareerTV.com for this video on keeping your resume out of the trash. For more articles on resumes and cover letters, visit WetFeet.com.

Proctor and Gamble will be hosting an online career fair on Thursday, October 1, 2009 from 10:00am to 6:00pm. 

Check out what P&G is all about on their website here: http://www.pg.com/jobs/sectionmain.shtml
For more information about the Online Career Fair go here:  https://vts.inxpo.com/scripts/InXpo.nxp?LASCmd=AI:4;F:QS!10100&ShowKey=1728

Dupont will be on campus hosting an information session and sharing information regarding their company, careers at Dupont focusing on their Finance/Accounting Rotational Development Full Time opportunity.  This position is posted on FoxNet, so check it out!!  Please RSVP on FoxNet.

DUPONT INFO SESSION:

Wednesday, September 30, 2009
12-12:50
CSPD Conference Room, Alter Hall 131

DuPont
Accounting/Finance Field Program-AcctFin0002

DuPont is a global Fortune 100 company, operating in 70 countries today. We are looking for people who have a passion for delivering innovative, sustainable solutions that meet our customer needs for a better, healthier, safer life.

DuPont offers an exciting place to work where thousands of innovations are introduced every year. You will have opportunities for growth through involvement in various dynamic industries from high-tech to high-performance; including agriculture, nutrition, electronics, communications, safety and protection, home and construction, transportation, and apparel.

At DuPont, you will find sustainability in our vision, our business and your future. If you want to work on the leading edge of your field and have a desire to make a difference, join DuPont and discover The miracles of science™.

DuPont Finance is responsible for the global financial reporting for the entire company. This accounting/finance position is an entry level position in the DuPont Finance Field Program, a rotational work experience program.  The program will maximize each participant’s development by providing three or four rotating work assignments during the first 6-7 years of a DuPont career. Upon completion of the first assignment (in approximately 2-3 years) the candidate will be reassigned within DuPont Finance to a different position. Assignments may include a variety of Controllership accounting assignments, Audit, Tax, Credit, Treasury or Business Analysis positions, providing the participant with the chance to explore career directions based on his or her strengths and interests. Tenure in each assignment allows the participant to take full responsibility for the work of the position and gain a deeper understanding of this aspect of the finance arena. Most positions are located in Wilmington, Delaware, but some opportunities are also at other company locations across the middle and Eastern United States.  Openness to relocation is expected of participants of this program.

Specific initial job duties may include, but are not limited to:
•Ledger processing - includes loading data, execution of programs, distributions, maintenance, and reconciliations.
•Reporting - maintain routine, standardized reports; revision and reconciliation reports to reflect accounting changes, new accounts, reorganizations, etc.
•Cost/Variance analysis - variance analysis focused on explaining actual costs before, during, and after closing
•Accounting process - design concepts and implement accounting. This is a joint responsibility shared with business analysts in case of unique design or process items.
•Initiate action - responsible for investigating and resolving issues/problems that appear within the assigned scope of responsibility. Responsible for ensuring adherence to company accounting policies and internal control standards.
•Provide education, leadership, and guidance to businesses and functions on financial / accounting matters.
•Initiate improvement initiatives.
Qualifications
•Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics (minor in MIS is a plus)
•GPA of 3.0 or greater
•Desktop software skills, particularly knowledge and use of Microsoft Excel and Word.  (Access, Microsoft Project, and SAP a plus)
•Basic knowledge of internal control processes
•Candidates should have the ability to apply accounting principles to practical applications, manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines and demonstrate effective planning and organizing skills  
•Strong interpersonal skills, strong oral and written communication skills and the ability to work effectively in teams will allow the candidate to perform efficiently in this position.

 Performing well during the job interview is one of the most important steps in the hiring process. Every candidate wants to impress a prospective employer, but, despite his or her best efforts, not all do. Often, a simple mistake can cause an applicant to blow the entire meeting. Here are some errors to avoid:1. Arriving late
Getting to an interview on time or, for that matter, a few minutes early is an easy way to impress a prospective employer. Arriving late is not only unprofessional, it also shows the hiring manager that you have little regard for his or her schedule. It also calls into question your ability to show up to work on time, one of the most basic aspects of any job. Plus, arriving late could cause you to miss the meeting altogether if the interviewer has another appointment.

2. Being rude to the receptionist or assistant
Some candidates don’t think it matters if they’re dismissive of the hiring manager’s assistant when arranging the interview or get upset at the receptionist because he or she mispronounced their name by mistake. After all, this person isn’t the one making the hiring decision. But you may be surprised to learn that six out of 10 executives polled by Robert Half said they consider their assistant’s opinion important when evaluating potential new hires. So remember to be polite and respectful to everyone you interact with during the hiring process.

3. Acting like you’re the only person there
Consider this scenario: After you’ve checked in for the interview, you make a quick phone call to give your friend a blow-by-blow description of last night’s party, speaking so loudly that everyone in the office can’t help but hear you. That’s the wrong approach. It’s better to sit patiently and peruse any company literature in the lobby. Doing so demonstrates common courtesy and can help you learn more about the firm and its needs.

4. Going into the interview unprepared
Far too many candidates fail to properly prepare for the interview, believing that they can “wing it” and still make a strong impression. The savviest job seekers spend time considering questions the hiring manager will likely ask, so they can answer confidently during the meeting. They also research the employer ahead of time so they can explain how their skills match the open position, and also highlight their true interest in the company and position.

5. Appearing arrogant
Confidence is key for any applicant to possess, but taking it too far is sure to make you stand out — for the wrong reasons. Boasting about your abilities (”I was the best worker my previous employer had ever had!”) is a good way to appear arrogant and come across as someone who may have difficulty collaborating with others.

6. Not asking questions
As the interview winds down, the hiring manager will likely ask if you have any questions. Your answer should be yes. But your questions should go beyond “How much does the position pay?” and “How many days of vacation can I expect?” Although compensation and benefits are important components of any job, broach these subjects only if the prospective employer has expressed serious interest in hiring you — usually not until the second or third interview. More appropriate questions for a first interview include “What will my specific duties be?” “What are your top priorities for this position?” and “What does a typical day in this position look like?”

7. Not following up
Even if you feel you aced the interview, it’s not a good idea to simply sit back and wait for the hiring manager to call with an offer. Sending the hiring manager a brief note after the interview allows you to thank him or her for meeting with you, and can emphasize your interest in the position.   

Robert Half International Inc. is the world’s first and largest specialized staffing firm with a global network of more than 360 offices worldwide. For more information about our professional services, please visit www.rhi.com.

Read the original article here

Check out BusinessWeek’s article on the Best Places to Launch a Career.  Many of the firms that recruit through Fox are on this list!

http://www.businessweek.com/magazine/content/09_37/b4146032027785.htm

Back to reality they say, no more summer fun! Well its good to be back to Temple. I had a summer internship at a place that we could say is “Mmm Mmm Good!” After this internship experience I came out a changed man.

At my internship, I was given my own desk, phone, and computer. They assured me from day one that I’d be doing mission critical tasks, not busy work. They were right. I was in meetings with Senior level Managers, VPs and C-Level officers almost weekly. I owned my own project and was expected to get it done and keep the status of my work known to the team.

A big thing happened with my project, I couldn’t complete it myself. I had to break down and get help. I felt like I was a complete failure but then I was assured that sometimes you’re going to need someone’s assistance to get stuff done.

I come from a background that highly values autonomy and independence. I hated to ask for help. But as time progressed I realized that all the emphasis on team work in school is for a reason. The new era values interdependence, and being a good team player. I am starting to like this new way of thinking because now I get to manage my relationships with other people and get work done through them. My advice to everyone is to abandon their thoughts that you can do everything yourself in this world, because you can’t always do it. Work on your peoples skills because those are the most valuable skills to have.

to be continued…