We would love to here your recap of your emmis experience like the communication I posted below! If you would/ could write something about your time here please feel free to email it to internships@emmis.com, and we will add it to the blog for other interns to see!
Have a great rest of the summer!
Tuesday, July 26, 2011
Closing of Internship-Caroline
With my internship here at Emmis coming to a close I wanted to provide a recap of my experience for future interns in my position and some closing ideas for interns at all our locations. This summer I had the pleasure of starting this blog and contributing content to it. It has been very interesting and fun to reach out to interns from not just Indianapolis but from around the nation, and I have enjoyed learning what other interns have been up to. I am very thankful for the readiness of every intern I have spotlighted to complete the questions and send me a picture to post! The other information and articles I have researched also taught me difference aspects of the job search and hopefully provided guidance for the followers of the blog. Also, weekly one of the interns I spotlighted on the blog was placed on the Emmis Facebook page for interns and employees to view!
Outside of the blog I have had several additional responsibilities this summer. I coordinated three different intern luncheons for Indianapolis interns which included a career development panel and lunch and presentations with our CEO Jeff Smulyan. This has been a great way to meet interns in the different areas of this location including Radio, Publishing, Community Outreach, Engineering, and myself in Human Resources. This also helped me with my communication skills both in written communication and in speaking during these events.
Additionally, this summer I conducted informational interviews with the seven individuals in the Human Resources department that I worked in. This was a great way for me to learn about the career field and the different aspects of being a part of an HR team. I also was lucky enough to interview David Zivan, editor of Indianapolis Monthly, to learn about his field. David reviewed my resume and gave me resume writing tips for my future job search. I did a research project this summer involving real employment scenarios I could encounter in the future in my career. There were six different examples that I researched, analyzed, and then presented to several members of the HR team. This project has applied more of my education thus far, and made me research much harder then I have ever previously had in my education and for that I am thankful!
This experience has taught me several things about myself and about the career field of Human Resources. I now know I struggle with asking for help. This was my first new experience in quite some time. Classes are always similar and previously I have worked in the same location for seven years. I was also taught that Human Resources is not really a field that education prepares you for; experience is what is key. The application of regulations and information taught in class is what makes Human Resources constantly changing and is where the need for problem solving is developed. Observing the skills that are needed here has made me realize that experience is very important to knowing how to may decisions as there is not always a clear answer to employment problems.
I am so thankful for this experience and I know that this opportunity has further prepared me to one day obtain a job in this field! I hope everyone has enjoyed the content of the blog this summer, and good luck to everyone in the future!
Outside of the blog I have had several additional responsibilities this summer. I coordinated three different intern luncheons for Indianapolis interns which included a career development panel and lunch and presentations with our CEO Jeff Smulyan. This has been a great way to meet interns in the different areas of this location including Radio, Publishing, Community Outreach, Engineering, and myself in Human Resources. This also helped me with my communication skills both in written communication and in speaking during these events.
Additionally, this summer I conducted informational interviews with the seven individuals in the Human Resources department that I worked in. This was a great way for me to learn about the career field and the different aspects of being a part of an HR team. I also was lucky enough to interview David Zivan, editor of Indianapolis Monthly, to learn about his field. David reviewed my resume and gave me resume writing tips for my future job search. I did a research project this summer involving real employment scenarios I could encounter in the future in my career. There were six different examples that I researched, analyzed, and then presented to several members of the HR team. This project has applied more of my education thus far, and made me research much harder then I have ever previously had in my education and for that I am thankful!
This experience has taught me several things about myself and about the career field of Human Resources. I now know I struggle with asking for help. This was my first new experience in quite some time. Classes are always similar and previously I have worked in the same location for seven years. I was also taught that Human Resources is not really a field that education prepares you for; experience is what is key. The application of regulations and information taught in class is what makes Human Resources constantly changing and is where the need for problem solving is developed. Observing the skills that are needed here has made me realize that experience is very important to knowing how to may decisions as there is not always a clear answer to employment problems.
I am so thankful for this experience and I know that this opportunity has further prepared me to one day obtain a job in this field! I hope everyone has enjoyed the content of the blog this summer, and good luck to everyone in the future!
Thursday, July 21, 2011
Nicole-Indy Radio!
1) Where do you intern and in what department?
I intern in the promotions department and specifically work for B and WIBC.
2) How long have you been interning?
I have been interning since the beginning of June. I had a little later start than the other interns because I was studying abroad for the spring semester inEurope .
3) What are some of your day to day duties?
My day to day duties are always different. I do everything from calling winners to making register to win boxes. I think so far
4) If you won the lottery what’s the first purchase you would make?
If I won the lottery I would probably buy a new car. I love the Range rovers!
5) Any big projects you are working on for the summer at Emmis?
This summer has been filled with big projects for Emmis. Just a few would include Carmel fest, Freedom Blast, All of the Concerts from Hank, the State Fair but the most current would be the Brick yard 400 coming up in a few weeks.
6) What did you accomplish this summer during your internship?
This summer has really been and eventful one. I have met some great people and had some amazing opportunities. I loved my internship here because I always do something different and downtownIndianapolis
Here is a few picture of Nicole hard at work!!
I intern in the promotions department and specifically work for B and WIBC.
2) How long have you been interning?
I have been interning since the beginning of June. I had a little later start than the other interns because I was studying abroad for the spring semester in
3) What are some of your day to day duties?
My day to day duties are always different. I do everything from calling winners to making register to win boxes. I think so far
4) If you won the lottery what’s the first purchase you would make?
If I won the lottery I would probably buy a new car. I love the Range rovers!
5) Any big projects you are working on for the summer at Emmis?
This summer has been filled with big projects for Emmis. Just a few would include Carmel fest, Freedom Blast, All of the Concerts from Hank, the State Fair but the most current would be the Brick yard 400 coming up in a few weeks.
6) What did you accomplish this summer during your internship?
This summer has really been and eventful one. I have met some great people and had some amazing opportunities. I loved my internship here because I always do something different and downtown
Here is a few picture of Nicole hard at work!!
Colleen-Indianapolis Monthly
1) Where do you intern and in what department?
2) How long have you been interning?
3) What are some of your day to day duties?
4) If you won the lottery whats the first purchase you would make?
5) Any big projects you are working on for the summer at Emmis?
6) What did accomplish this summer during your internship?
1. Indianapolis Monthly, Editorial Dept.
2. Since early June
3. We drink a lot of coffee, fact check stories that come through the editorial dept., do shop updates, write restaurant reviews on the blog, and do lots of odds and ends that help fill the gaps between the time a story is sent to the editor and before it hits the press.
4. A bottle of champagne, a party hat, and three trips to Europe for my family, my boyfriend and myself.
5. We are just finishing out the annual shops issue, and I'm working on gathering ideas for a small scale feature that I'd love to see in the magazine next summer
6. I learned a great deal about the magazine industry: how important fact checking is, and how many hands have to go into making a story sound good, be truthful, and look good in a spread. Yet, mostly I learned how quickly the turn around is for magazine stories. You have to be at the top of your game constantly. When you're done with a story, it's always time to write a new one. The Indy Monthly Editorial and Art staff are all extremely bright; they come up with new angles, ideas and topics on our city constantly.
2) How long have you been interning?
3) What are some of your day to day duties?
4) If you won the lottery whats the first purchase you would make?
5) Any big projects you are working on for the summer at Emmis?
6) What did accomplish this summer during your internship?
1. Indianapolis Monthly, Editorial Dept.
2. Since early June
3. We drink a lot of coffee, fact check stories that come through the editorial dept., do shop updates, write restaurant reviews on the blog, and do lots of odds and ends that help fill the gaps between the time a story is sent to the editor and before it hits the press.
4. A bottle of champagne, a party hat, and three trips to Europe for my family, my boyfriend and myself.
5. We are just finishing out the annual shops issue, and I'm working on gathering ideas for a small scale feature that I'd love to see in the magazine next summer
6. I learned a great deal about the magazine industry: how important fact checking is, and how many hands have to go into making a story sound good, be truthful, and look good in a spread. Yet, mostly I learned how quickly the turn around is for magazine stories. You have to be at the top of your game constantly. When you're done with a story, it's always time to write a new one. The Indy Monthly Editorial and Art staff are all extremely bright; they come up with new angles, ideas and topics on our city constantly.
This is picture is of Colleen at a trip to DisneyWorld the summer!!
Tuesday, July 19, 2011
Resume post reviewal #1
John Doe
Education:
Bachelor of Science in Human Resources Management and Business Management
Minor: Labor Studies
GPA: 3.5
Expected Graduation May 2012
Experience:
Emmis Communications: Summer 2009
Intern-Corporate Human Resources Department
· Worked closely with Human Resources team for two billion dollar, publically traded, multimedia company
· Coordinated three intern luncheons for 30 + interns at Indianapolis
· Created and gathered content for intern blog for interns at all entities nationwide as well as content for company social media page for employees.
· Researched human resources scenarios for informational presentation
· Participated in educational webcast with team and computerization of files.
Indiana State Library: June 2005 to Present
Administrative Assistant
· Communicate and interact with Business Manager and Director of Library daily
· Participate in strategic planning and drafting for library policy
· Assist with money drawer counting and depositing, along with bill payment and direct deposit system to keep library expenses and payments accurate and timely
· Organize and maintain important documentation including tax information, budgeting, and employee files in coordination with Business Manager
· Analyzed and discussed budgeting ideas and strategies for 2012 calendar year
· Mastered and trained 25 + individuals in computerized time maintenance program for library wide use
Circulation Clerk
· Worked daily with computerized card catalog system and patron management system to keep accurate and up to date information to patrons of the library
· Assisted patrons in finding information, books, and other resources throughout the library
· Excelled in Customer Service in both professional face to face interactions and phone calls with disputable fine differences and day to day communication
· Used organization and multi-tasking skills to collect fines in main cash drawer when assisting patrons
· Utilized time management in performing tasks with low supervision
· Promoted from Children’s Department Page in June 2008
Services and Activities: 1 of
· Volunteer for local hospital with events within community
· Volunteer for various events for local country club
· Member of Phi Eta Sigma and Alpha Lambda Delta Honors Societies
· Member of National Society of Collegiate Scholars
David recommended I change several things on this resume in regard to formatting. He recognized that there was too much white space in the previous format and that there was two different formats taking place from the top to the bottom of the resume. We then discussed one of his big rules: Who are you? The previous resume did not mention much of any activities outside of education which would not make an individual stand out very much. We addressed this by adding some outside volunteering. Additionally, the experience on the resume was not placed very well, there was too much information about the library that was not completely needed (Children's Page Heading and Section) and the experience of the Emmis Internship needed to be re-placed within the experience section and given bullet points. Here's a start and there will be at least one more revised resume posted!
Thursday, July 14, 2011
Interview Tips!
Heres a link to a California Government Website that talks about interviewing and questions! Please feel free to use the link before to get a different perspective on what is important!
http://www.worksmart.ca.gov/tips_interview.html
http://www.worksmart.ca.gov/tips_interview.html
Interview Do's and Dont's
Interview Do's and Dont's
Over the next few weeks I am going to try and post interview do's and dont's as well as resume do's and dont's from various sources to try and give everyone a well rounded approach to these two difficult issues of landing a job post college! As everyone knows there are no guidelines that every one manager or director agrees on, but hopefully by using multiple sources new ideas can be brought to the table or the important ideas can be seem repeatedly!
Heres one from Psychology Today!
Job Interview Do’s and Don’ts
Job Interview Do’s and Don’ts
Published on April 1, 2010 by Lynn Taylor in Tame Your Terrible Office Tyrant When job searching, it's easy to fall into the mindset of, "I've done this so many times, all I need do is put on my business suit." But like anything else, some helpful reminders will keep the process fresh and your skills honed. Having solid interview strategies and conversely, knowing some of the common pitfalls, can make or break your chances of landing the job. And a good job can change your life.
Here are some job interview tips:
Definitely Do:
1. Do...Customize, Customize, Customize. The more you research the company the more you get out of the interview. But also, the more enthusiasm you demonstrate will set you apart.
Google everything about the company you can and use social media and trade groups to understand the company's vision and strategy beforehand. Then your questions (and responses) will be more targeted.
2. Do...Know your USP. Just as every product you buy has a "Unique Selling Proposition" - or USP - so do you as a job seeker. You have a unique skill set that should be tailored to the job opening. More specifically, it should be customized to the company's culture and value proposition.
3. Do... Actively Listen. The old adage, "you have two ears and one mouth" has some value in the interview. You can miss extremely valuable nuances in the conversation if you're constantly thinking of the next thing to say.
By paying better attention to the hiring manager's verbal as well as non-verbal cues (body language), you can not only validate what's said - which is always appreciated - but you can better refine your pitch. Too many job candidates go into "sales auto mode," and into unrelated tangents.
4. Do...Try to Seal the Deal. Every good salesperson knows that it's okay to ask where you stand upon leaving. You can also ask your potential employer when a hiring decision is expected. You want to end the interview sounding confident - but not obnoxious or desperate. Follow-up with interest and enthusiasm, without irritating the interviewer (there is a fine line).
Promptly send thank-you e-mails to those who've interviewed you. Make sure names and titles are spelled correctly.
Definitely Don't
1. Don't...Lack R-E-S-P-E-C-T. Aretha Franklin said it (or at least sang it): good old-fashioned respect is always deemed a positive among interviewers. Your delivery can be equally as important as what you say.
You cannot be too polite in the interview. For example, be on time; do not bring in your own Starbucks coffee and biscotti (go after the interview and get them!); offer a warm handshake; thank the interviewer right away for offering to meet you; and do ask if you may sit down. When speaking about your background, ask, "May I give an example?" Do not interrupt, and show interest in the interviewer, too. Always, say a hearty thank you at the end, and show enthusiasm, professionalism and a smile.
2. Don't...Be a Stick in the Mud. While it's important to show respect, it's equally important to show that you're a warm person with a sense of humor. People skills are highly valued to counter this increasingly high-tech, fast-paced business world.
You don't have to be a standup comedian, but if you're stoic it can be mistaken as a sign of arrogance. Some lightheartedness can actually make your interviewer more comfortable as well! Everyone wants to work with friendly colleagues.
3. Don't...Try to Overly Impress. Don't make the mistake of trying to impress by firing off lots of questions right off the bat. Otherwise, hiring manager may become defensive. Let them have the opportunity of leading the conversation, but have your questions ready. You can stand out by asking astute, knowledgeable questions when the timing is right.
4. Don't...Ask About Perks Early. Try to hold off on asking about compensation and benefits (vacations and medical) as long as you can. Too many applicants put the cart before the horse and appear presumptuous. During the entire interview, employers are evaluating your potential value to the organization from every angle. Let them guide you.
One more thing I always like to remind job candidates of is: don't go from the frying pan into the fire. If you're thinking of leaving your present job for a new one because your current manager appears to be a Terrible Office Tyrant (TOT) - a.k.a., a bad or childish boss - then please see the article from my last Psychology Today blog, "Job Seekers: Beware of the 'TOT' Zone." Be sure your next job is a great fit, not just the "next job."
Now you can rehearse probable questions and answers until you feel you've upgraded your sales pitch into a credible reflection of the very hirable you.http://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/tame-your-terrible-office-tyrant/201004/job-interview-do-s-and-don-ts
Over the next few weeks I am going to try and post interview do's and dont's as well as resume do's and dont's from various sources to try and give everyone a well rounded approach to these two difficult issues of landing a job post college! As everyone knows there are no guidelines that every one manager or director agrees on, but hopefully by using multiple sources new ideas can be brought to the table or the important ideas can be seem repeatedly!
Heres one from Psychology Today!
Job Interview Do’s and Don’ts
Job Interview Do’s and Don’ts
Published on April 1, 2010 by Lynn Taylor in Tame Your Terrible Office Tyrant When job searching, it's easy to fall into the mindset of, "I've done this so many times, all I need do is put on my business suit." But like anything else, some helpful reminders will keep the process fresh and your skills honed. Having solid interview strategies and conversely, knowing some of the common pitfalls, can make or break your chances of landing the job. And a good job can change your life.
Here are some job interview tips:
Definitely Do:
1. Do...Customize, Customize, Customize. The more you research the company the more you get out of the interview. But also, the more enthusiasm you demonstrate will set you apart.
Google everything about the company you can and use social media and trade groups to understand the company's vision and strategy beforehand. Then your questions (and responses) will be more targeted.
2. Do...Know your USP. Just as every product you buy has a "Unique Selling Proposition" - or USP - so do you as a job seeker. You have a unique skill set that should be tailored to the job opening. More specifically, it should be customized to the company's culture and value proposition.
3. Do... Actively Listen. The old adage, "you have two ears and one mouth" has some value in the interview. You can miss extremely valuable nuances in the conversation if you're constantly thinking of the next thing to say.
By paying better attention to the hiring manager's verbal as well as non-verbal cues (body language), you can not only validate what's said - which is always appreciated - but you can better refine your pitch. Too many job candidates go into "sales auto mode," and into unrelated tangents.
4. Do...Try to Seal the Deal. Every good salesperson knows that it's okay to ask where you stand upon leaving. You can also ask your potential employer when a hiring decision is expected. You want to end the interview sounding confident - but not obnoxious or desperate. Follow-up with interest and enthusiasm, without irritating the interviewer (there is a fine line).
Promptly send thank-you e-mails to those who've interviewed you. Make sure names and titles are spelled correctly.
Definitely Don't
1. Don't...Lack R-E-S-P-E-C-T. Aretha Franklin said it (or at least sang it): good old-fashioned respect is always deemed a positive among interviewers. Your delivery can be equally as important as what you say.
You cannot be too polite in the interview. For example, be on time; do not bring in your own Starbucks coffee and biscotti (go after the interview and get them!); offer a warm handshake; thank the interviewer right away for offering to meet you; and do ask if you may sit down. When speaking about your background, ask, "May I give an example?" Do not interrupt, and show interest in the interviewer, too. Always, say a hearty thank you at the end, and show enthusiasm, professionalism and a smile.
2. Don't...Be a Stick in the Mud. While it's important to show respect, it's equally important to show that you're a warm person with a sense of humor. People skills are highly valued to counter this increasingly high-tech, fast-paced business world.
You don't have to be a standup comedian, but if you're stoic it can be mistaken as a sign of arrogance. Some lightheartedness can actually make your interviewer more comfortable as well! Everyone wants to work with friendly colleagues.
3. Don't...Try to Overly Impress. Don't make the mistake of trying to impress by firing off lots of questions right off the bat. Otherwise, hiring manager may become defensive. Let them have the opportunity of leading the conversation, but have your questions ready. You can stand out by asking astute, knowledgeable questions when the timing is right.
4. Don't...Ask About Perks Early. Try to hold off on asking about compensation and benefits (vacations and medical) as long as you can. Too many applicants put the cart before the horse and appear presumptuous. During the entire interview, employers are evaluating your potential value to the organization from every angle. Let them guide you.
One more thing I always like to remind job candidates of is: don't go from the frying pan into the fire. If you're thinking of leaving your present job for a new one because your current manager appears to be a Terrible Office Tyrant (TOT) - a.k.a., a bad or childish boss - then please see the article from my last Psychology Today blog, "Job Seekers: Beware of the 'TOT' Zone." Be sure your next job is a great fit, not just the "next job."
Now you can rehearse probable questions and answers until you feel you've upgraded your sales pitch into a credible reflection of the very hirable you.http://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/tame-your-terrible-office-tyrant/201004/job-interview-do-s-and-don-ts
Tuesday, July 12, 2011
Resume (Before Review)
Education and Training
Bachelor of Science in Human Resources Management and Business Management
Minor: Labor Studies
GPA- 3.5
Expected Graduation May 2012
Internship
Emmis Communications
Corporate Human Resources Department
Summer 2009
Experience
Indiana State Library
08/2010-Present
Administrative Assistant
· Communicate and interact with Business Manager and Director of Library daily
· Participate in strategic planning and drafting for library policy
· Assist with money drawer counting and depositing, along with bill payment and direct deposit system to keep library expenses and payments accurate and timely
· Organize and maintain important documentation including tax information, budgeting, and employee files in coordination with Business Manager
· Analyzed and discussed budgeting ideas and strategies for 2012 calendar year
· Mastered and trained 25 + individuals in computerized time maintenance program for library wide use
06/2008-Present
Circulation Clerk
· Worked daily with computerized card catalog system and patron management system to keep accurate and up to date information to patrons of the library
· Assisted patrons in finding information, books, and other resources throughout the library
· Excelled in Customer Service in both professional face to face interactions and phone calls with disputable fine differences and day to day communication
· Used organization and multi-tasking skills to collect fines in main cash drawer when assisting patrons
· Utilized time management in performing tasks with low supervision
08/2005-05/2008
Children's Department Page
· Organized and shelved Children's literature, periodicals, and other resources to shelves for patrons to easily access
· Participated in Children's Department programming and other events to interact with patrons of all ages
· Understanding of tools of the library, workings of the organization, and interaction with supervisors and coworkers
Honors and Achievements
Page 1 of
· Member of National Society of Collegiate Scholars
· Member of Phi Eta Sigma and Alpha Lambda Delta Honors Societies
· Member of
· Witham Memorial Hospital
References Available Upon Request
David Zivans- Resume Writing Tips
Over the course of the next few weeks I am going to post about resumes using my resume as a demo. Mr. Zivan and myself have been reviewing my resume and we are going to critique and analyze it for everyone to use as an example. First here are 5 of Mr. Zivans resume writing tips:
1) I am busier then you!
- This is his way of saying to be clear with your resume and making it easy to understand in a way that he hopes you will remember. Dont make the hiring manager waste time working through your formatting and confusion.
2) Looks matter. A lot.
- The formatting and how clean and neat the presentation is of your resume can be a big deal!
3) Tell the Truth.
-Mr. Zivan made a point to early on in your career to decide to be honest with what is placed on your resume.
4) Sell me, though.
-The honesty mentioned above doesnt mean that you can't spin the information you provide to sell your experience or skills.
5) By the way-what are you?
-Be sure to show personality in your resume, the activities or services section can be a great way to sell yourself and be original. This is what is going to set you apart from other applicants.
1) I am busier then you!
- This is his way of saying to be clear with your resume and making it easy to understand in a way that he hopes you will remember. Dont make the hiring manager waste time working through your formatting and confusion.
2) Looks matter. A lot.
- The formatting and how clean and neat the presentation is of your resume can be a big deal!
3) Tell the Truth.
-Mr. Zivan made a point to early on in your career to decide to be honest with what is placed on your resume.
4) Sell me, though.
-The honesty mentioned above doesnt mean that you can't spin the information you provide to sell your experience or skills.
5) By the way-what are you?
-Be sure to show personality in your resume, the activities or services section can be a great way to sell yourself and be original. This is what is going to set you apart from other applicants.
Molly-Orange Coast Intern
1) Where do you intern and in what department?
I intern in the Editorial Department of Orange Coast Magazine in Orange
County, California.
2) How long have you been interning?
I have been interning since June 21, since my school (Stanford University)
is on the quarter system and gets out late; I haven't even been out of
school for a month!
3) What are some of your day to day duties?
So far, I've been responsible for fact-checking articles, as well as have
embarked on my first project, a compilation of information about the Twitter
activities of prominent Orange County natives and residents, from Kobe
Bryant to the Angels' Rally Monkey.
4) If you won the lottery what's the first purchase you would make?
I would invest most of my winnings, donate some to The American Cancer
Society (two of my grandparents died of cancer), and splurge on a Marc by
Marc Jacobs handbag that'd I've had my eye on for awhile.
5) Any big projects you are working on for the summer at Emmis?
I'm going to be working on the Coast Lines pages, and like I previously
mentioned, am currently working on a project that tracks the activities of
prominent Orange County Tweeters.
6) What do you plan to accomplish this summer during your internship?
My only previous journalism experience has been in radio (I'm Co-Director of
News for KZSU, Stanford's radio station) and newspaper (I'm currently a
Features editor for The Stanford Daily and have worked for The Orange County
Register as a freelancer), and I'm excited to work for Emmis and Orange
Coast because this internship will provide me with experience working on the
editorial side of magazine publication. I hope to learn about the ins and
outs of magazine journalism, for instance, what makes an entertaining, but
insightful piece, how to properly format an article, and what style to use
when crafting a piece.
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I intern in the Editorial Department of Orange Coast Magazine in Orange
County, California.
2) How long have you been interning?
I have been interning since June 21, since my school (Stanford University)
is on the quarter system and gets out late; I haven't even been out of
school for a month!
3) What are some of your day to day duties?
So far, I've been responsible for fact-checking articles, as well as have
embarked on my first project, a compilation of information about the Twitter
activities of prominent Orange County natives and residents, from Kobe
Bryant to the Angels' Rally Monkey.
4) If you won the lottery what's the first purchase you would make?
I would invest most of my winnings, donate some to The American Cancer
Society (two of my grandparents died of cancer), and splurge on a Marc by
Marc Jacobs handbag that'd I've had my eye on for awhile.
5) Any big projects you are working on for the summer at Emmis?
I'm going to be working on the Coast Lines pages, and like I previously
mentioned, am currently working on a project that tracks the activities of
prominent Orange County Tweeters.
6) What do you plan to accomplish this summer during your internship?
My only previous journalism experience has been in radio (I'm Co-Director of
News for KZSU, Stanford's radio station) and newspaper (I'm currently a
Features editor for The Stanford Daily and have worked for The Orange County
Register as a freelancer), and I'm excited to work for Emmis and Orange
Coast because this internship will provide me with experience working on the
editorial side of magazine publication. I hope to learn about the ins and
outs of magazine journalism, for instance, what makes an entertaining, but
insightful piece, how to properly format an article, and what style to use
when crafting a piece.
David Zivan- Editor of Indy Monthly Informational Interview
Hey Everyone!
I had the opportunity to sit down with Mr. Zivan and ask him a few questions about his position and his advice for getting into a similar position. With many interns out there who may be interested in this position or have interest in this field, I thought you might enjoy the information!
1) What is your formal education?
David has a bachelors in English with a minor in Music, MFA in Creative Writing, and a MSJ in Magazine Publishing!
2) What has been your career path to Emmis?
In 1998 David worked for Chicago Magazine and wrote an article on the side for Atlanta Monthly (Atlanta is where he is from) which is an Emmis Magazine. Then the rest of the path sort of fell in his lap. Indianapolis Monthly was looking for someone to fill the position and the world of city magazines is apparently very small. The editor of Atlanta Monthly called the editorial director for Indianapolis Monthly and David was given the job. He mentioned that the time happened to be right for him and he was very excited to step up on an organization that had such a commitment to quality.
3) Do you believe that networking is crucial to career development?
David was quick to tell me that it is VERY CRUCIAL. As an example he mentioned how most of the people in his network ended up being friends. He explained that these are people you work with, may have been successful with, and trust. He then went on to explain that the networking can not be artifical though as it’s a naturally growing relationship.
4) What is are some interview Do's and Don’t's?
Do: Bring your own questions, express interest in the job, and do background research
Don’t: Be late, trash previous employers, or talk about what you cant do
5) What are some duties that go alone with your title?
Monthly-Yearly: Planning the cover of Indianapolis Monthly months in advance all the way up to a year in advance
Weekly: Editing and working on long features
Daily: Numerous small decisions ( example: where the audience may look for a text box explaing the picture)or what the audience may have experience or interests in.
6) What are some frustrations this job title may encounter?
Staffs are smaller, people are busier which makes it harder to find time to dream, develop strategy, and simmer ideas. People are moving too quickly and he wished there was more time in the day to brainstorm with his staff or individually to be more creative with the magazine.
7) What was your position at Chicago Magazine before you became editor of Indy Monthly?I was a senior editor, handling longform features and cover packages.
8)What was your first journalism/writing job out of college?
I first started down the academic path, and got an MFA in creative writing. Took a couple of years off to travel and work—and one of those jobs was as the calendar editor for an alternative weekly in Pittsburgh. I tried to go back to school after that, but being on the paper was too much fun.
9). Do you have any advice for those wanting to begin a career in
publishing? Or desire to be an editor some day? How should they get started?
A few old-school things in this business are still true.
One, you often have to give something to get something. So working for free is part of that, unfortunately. You have to try to see that as a kind of freedom to try a lot of things and make yourself useful.
Also: it’s crowded out there so try to distinguish yourself in as many ways as possible. Your supervisors and colleagues are watching even if you think they aren’t. I am always impressed when I see an intern working late or extra hard.
And in journalism, there is still a trade mentality; you should apprentice yourself and learn how to DO things. We don’t care so much about education and pedigree as we do about good writing and meeting deadlines.
I had the opportunity to sit down with Mr. Zivan and ask him a few questions about his position and his advice for getting into a similar position. With many interns out there who may be interested in this position or have interest in this field, I thought you might enjoy the information!
1) What is your formal education?
David has a bachelors in English with a minor in Music, MFA in Creative Writing, and a MSJ in Magazine Publishing!
2) What has been your career path to Emmis?
In 1998 David worked for Chicago Magazine and wrote an article on the side for Atlanta Monthly (Atlanta is where he is from) which is an Emmis Magazine. Then the rest of the path sort of fell in his lap. Indianapolis Monthly was looking for someone to fill the position and the world of city magazines is apparently very small. The editor of Atlanta Monthly called the editorial director for Indianapolis Monthly and David was given the job. He mentioned that the time happened to be right for him and he was very excited to step up on an organization that had such a commitment to quality.
3) Do you believe that networking is crucial to career development?
David was quick to tell me that it is VERY CRUCIAL. As an example he mentioned how most of the people in his network ended up being friends. He explained that these are people you work with, may have been successful with, and trust. He then went on to explain that the networking can not be artifical though as it’s a naturally growing relationship.
4) What is are some interview Do's and Don’t's?
Do: Bring your own questions, express interest in the job, and do background research
Don’t: Be late, trash previous employers, or talk about what you cant do
5) What are some duties that go alone with your title?
Monthly-Yearly: Planning the cover of Indianapolis Monthly months in advance all the way up to a year in advance
Weekly: Editing and working on long features
Daily: Numerous small decisions ( example: where the audience may look for a text box explaing the picture)or what the audience may have experience or interests in.
6) What are some frustrations this job title may encounter?
Staffs are smaller, people are busier which makes it harder to find time to dream, develop strategy, and simmer ideas. People are moving too quickly and he wished there was more time in the day to brainstorm with his staff or individually to be more creative with the magazine.
7) What was your position at Chicago Magazine before you became editor of Indy Monthly?I was a senior editor, handling longform features and cover packages.
8)What was your first journalism/writing job out of college?
I first started down the academic path, and got an MFA in creative writing. Took a couple of years off to travel and work—and one of those jobs was as the calendar editor for an alternative weekly in Pittsburgh. I tried to go back to school after that, but being on the paper was too much fun.
9). Do you have any advice for those wanting to begin a career in
publishing? Or desire to be an editor some day? How should they get started?
A few old-school things in this business are still true.
One, you often have to give something to get something. So working for free is part of that, unfortunately. You have to try to see that as a kind of freedom to try a lot of things and make yourself useful.
Also: it’s crowded out there so try to distinguish yourself in as many ways as possible. Your supervisors and colleagues are watching even if you think they aren’t. I am always impressed when I see an intern working late or extra hard.
And in journalism, there is still a trade mentality; you should apprentice yourself and learn how to DO things. We don’t care so much about education and pedigree as we do about good writing and meeting deadlines.
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