Job Knowledge Center
Getting Jobs In The Industry
Network Network Network!
How does one network while making a start in the TV & Film industry? Mike Flanagan, explains proven, effective techniques of networking.
The Art of the Interview
As Director of Job Placement Services, Brad Bucklin guides and advises Video Symphony's Certificate Program students while they prepare to launch into their post-production careers as fully-trained editors and artists.
Biggest Mistake Job Candidates Make
Most job seekers are are too focused on their own needs rather than the employers’ needs.
The Art of Obtaining Referrals
When seeking a job in our industry, quite often the best way to make a catch is through referral from a friend, co-worker or industry colleague. Video Symphony's president, Mike Flanagan has composed a useful "How To" article about making contacts and obtaining referrals. -Editor
A Valuable Advantage - Hiding in Plain Sight
Mike Flanagan offers a very valuable piece of advice – a tip so seemingly obvious yet so overlooked and difficult for a surprising number of people. The magic is in the simplicity of this rule.
Demo Reels - Matters to Consider
Before putting together a demo reel, you are well-advised to learn what studios look for in a reel. Video Symphony offers an 8-hour class that covers all the do’s and don’ts with a demo reels. If you are unable attend our class or a class in your community, be sure to research and learn how to make an effective reel before you embark on your project. We also a 40-hour class wherein people produce their demo reel with supervision and instruction.
The Essential Resume
Brad Bucklin is a veteran career consultant and resume expert, speaking on essential resume issues.
Motivation and Persistence
"Persistence" is the topic of today's soliloquy by Mike Flanagan. Here, Mike writes addresses the question “how often should i contact someone about a job?” He writes about the inestimable value of persistence when it comes to job-search, and how "no" might actually mean, well, something else.
